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German Language Program - Partner of the Goethe Institute
German Language Program - Partner of the Goethe Institute
Do you already have some good reasons to learn German? Want to communicate with relatives, or to travel to Germany during your summer break, or to prepare yourself for study in a German-speaking country?!
Just in case you still have any doubts and need a final push toward taking the plunge, here are some more reasons why learning German may be a good choice for you:
- German is the most widely spoken language in Europe.
- German is the 3rd most popular foreign language taught worldwide and the second most popular in Europe and Japan.
- Germany has the 3rd strongest economy and is the #1 export nation in the world. Which means, knowing German creates business opportunities.
- 1 in 10 books in the world is published in German. In number of books published, Munich is second in the world only to New York.
- German-speaking countries have a rich cultural heritage. Germany is often referred to as the land of poets and thinkers. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Thomas Mann, Franz Kafka, just to name a few.
- German speaking countries are the world of classical music. (Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Strauss, and Wagner to name only a few). Vienna remains an international center of music today.
- German is not as hard as you think. If you already know English, then you already have an advantage when it comes to learning German. The two languages share many similarities in both vocabulary and grammar.
The curriculum of the German program is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The German language program is strengthened by a partnership with the Goethe Institut, signed in May 2018, which offers an international cultural exchange for our students.
Please see the table below to find the right level and course for you:
| TII’s German Language Program | CEFR Levels | Certificates / in-house and related Goethe Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner 1, A1.1 (40 hours) Beginner 2, A1.2 (40 hours) |
A1 | Understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases. Introduce oneself and ask/answer simple questions about personal details. Engage in basic interactions when the other person speaks slowly and clearly. Write short, simple texts and fill in basic forms. |
| Pre-Intermediates 1, A2.1 (40 hours) Pre-Intermediates 2, A2.1 (40 hours) |
A2 |
Understand commonly used expressions in areas of immediate relevance (e.g., shopping, local geography). Communicate in simple, routine tasks requiring direct exchange of information. Describe aspects of personal background and daily activities in simple terms. Write short texts on familiar topics. |
| Intermediates 1, B1.1 (40 hours) Intermediates 2, B1.2 (40 hours) |
B1 |
Understand the main points of clear, standard language on familiar topics like work, school, and leisure. Deal with most situations that might arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken. Produce simple connected text on topics of personal interest or familiar subjects. Describe experiences, events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions with simple explanations. |
| Upper-Intermediates 1, B2.1 (40 hours) Upper-Intermediates 2, B2.2 (40 hours) |
B2 |
Understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics. Interact with native speakers with fluency and spontaneity without strain. Produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and present viewpoints with pros and cons. Write essays or reports with clear arguments and structured reasoning. |
| Advanced 1, C1.1 (40 hours) Advanced 2, C1.2 (40 hours) |
C1 | Understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts and recognize implicit meanings. Express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. Produce well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of cohesive devices. |