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Language course German for advanced students (halfway to B2)

Can you already hold a conversation in German without much difficulty, formulate your opinion and understand the broad outlines of German texts? And would you like to take your German language skills to an even higher level? Then follow this online course German towards B2. This course is a continuation of the course German B1.

    General

    After completing this German language course, you will be able to:

    • converse fluently and spontaneously on a wide range of topics;
    • formulate your opinion in detail;
    • understand the main ideas of complex texts, including on abstract topics;
    • write clear and detailed texts on a wide range of topics.

    The emphasis is on oral communication. But reading, listening and writing skills are also covered. You will also learn more about German culture. You will receive a certificate from Radboud in'to Languages at 80% attendance.

    This course will help you on your way to language level B2. After this course you can participate in the language course German B2.

    Why take a group course at In’to?

    • Small groups (max. 18 participants)
    • Lots of interaction and personal feedback
    • Fast-paced with quick results
    • Comprehensive digital learning environment
    • Our teachers are rated 8.8!

    Would you prefer individual classes, or a shorter, more intensive course? Check out our tailor-made courses.

    Starting date

    01 October 2024, 7:45 pm
    This course ends on 26 November 2024. Each session takes 1.5 hours.
    Costs
    €325
    Discount
    50% (RU students), 10% (RU & Radboudumc staff and alumni; WUR students and staff)
    VAT-free
    Yes
    Educational method
    Online
    Main Language
    German
    Number of sessions
    8
    Intake
    Yes
    Maximum number of participants
    16

    Factsheet

    Type of education
    Course
    Level
    Advanced
    Result
    Certificate

    Contact information

    Do you have a question? Or would you like to discuss which course best suits your needs and starting level? Feel free to contact us. We are happy to help you out.

    Contact us

    024 - 361 21 59
    info [at] into.ru.nl (info[at]into[dot]ru[dot]nl)

    This course takes place from 1 October until 26 November 2024. There is no class in the week of 21 October because of the Autumn Break.

    Class day and time: Tuesdays from 7.45 - 9.15 pm 
    Location: Online via the Virtual Classroom and always involves guidance from a teacher 
    Number of participants: min. 5 - max. 16

    Approach and content

    German is spoken as much as possible during classes, with Dutch and English as the supporting languages. This means you can take this course if you do not speak Dutch.

    You should count on about three to four hours of individual study per week.

    What do the classes cover?

    Skills

    You will learn how to:

    • introduce people, state your preferences and opinions.
    • talk about cities, neighbourhoods, where you would like to live and expressing arguments.
    • talk about countries, cultures and the residents of other countries.
    • talk about your work, your studies and express your opinions about them.

    Grammar

    We cover a range of topics in this German halfway to B2 course, including:

    • the theory of nouns, all nouns forms, adjectives, personal pronouns and all commonly used prepositions with their relevant cases.
    • the forms of weak, strong verbs (switching a/ä or e/i(e) and modal verbs.
    • when to use nach, zu, in and auf for directions.
    • the second subjunctive of weak and strong verbs.

    Course material

    • Erkundungen Daf B2
      ISBN: 9783941323438

    The course material can be purchased at Roelants bookstore. Course material is not included in the course fee.

    Costs

    • Regular fee: € 325,-
    • RU students: € 162.50 (50% discount)
    • RU and Radboudumc staff & alumni : € 292.50 (10% discount)
    • WUR staff & alumni: € 292.50 (10% discount)

    Determine your level with a free intake

    If you did not complete the previous level with us, a free telephone intake prior to registration is mandatory.

    Schedule your intake

    If you want to get an idea of your level on your own, you can do this using our online level test.

    Registration

    Register now

    This course starts every year in February, April/May and October. If you would like to take this course, but is it fully booked or your desired start date has not yet been listed, let us know that you would like to be kept informed, and we will let you know when you can sign up for new dates.