A1 German course Berlin
Here you can speak your first sentences in German (A1) – at two locations in the heart of Berlin.
Our most popular A1 courses in Berlin
A1 Intensive Course
For anyone who wants to complete the A1 level as quickly as possible
- Monday through Thursday
- 3 hours per day
- 8:30 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 6:15 p.m.
- 4 weeks
- Price: €369
A1 Semi-Intensive Course
Ideal for those working or studying
- Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday
- 3 hours per day
- 8:30 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 6:15 p.m.
- 8 weeks
- Price: €369
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No prior knowledge, or only a little? The German A1 course in Berlin is the right choice for you if you are a beginner.
Whether online or in person: here you will learn the basics of the German language and prepare for key everyday situations. You will learn vocabulary in full sentences and practise basic grammar – through role-plays and a variety of teaching materials for listening, speaking, reading and writing.
Goals: What will you be able to do after completing your A1 German course in Berlin?
- carry on and understand simple everyday conversations.
- introduce themselves and others, ask them personal questions, and answer such questions themselves—for example, where they live, what languages they speak, what their hobbies are, and what they do for a living.
- understand and use everyday, frequently used expressions and simple sentences related to specific needs—for example, asking for directions, asking for help, or making appointments, whether with friends, at the doctor’s office, or for work.
- have a basic vocabulary of approximately 1,000 words.
Prerequisites: What prior knowledge should you have?
At A1 level, the only requirement is that you can read and write using the Latin alphabet. However, we will work with you to determine exactly the right level for you.
Find out your language level - with our free placement test.
Course Content: What will you learn in the A1 German course in Berlin?
A1.1: Learning German for Beginners – No Prior Knowledge Required
- Introducing yourself and asking how someone is doing
- Families, marital status, countries, occupations, hobbies
- The alphabet and numbers
- Countries and languages
- Colors, shapes, materials
- People and hobbies
- The office and computers
- Transportation and travel
- Leisure and everyday activities
- Food, eating, and drinking
- Times of day
- Days of the week, seasons, months
- Definite/indefinite articles and negative articles
- Personal pronouns
- Present tense conjugation
- Negation with “nicht” and “kein”
- Prepositions of place
- Word formation with –in (occupations)
- Wh-questions, yes/no questions
- Nouns in the plural
- Accusative case
- Verbs with vowel changes
- Simple separable verbs
- Modal verb “können” and parenthetical clauses
- The simple past tense – “Ich habe gearbeitet.”
- Temporal prepositions – um/am, von …bis, ab, im
- Possessive pronouns – mein, dein
- Adjectives
A1.2: German for Beginners with Prior Knowledge
- At the Hotel
- Directions and Location
- Institutions and Places in the City
- Travel Destinations and Preparations
- Housing and Household
- Clothing
- Body Parts, Appearance, and Personality
- Traffic and Environmental Rules
- Weather and Compass Directions
- Festivals and Holidays
- Make an Appointment
- Local prepositions + dative
- Possessive articles
- Genitive with proper nouns
- Verbs with the dative
- Personal pronouns in the dative and accusative
- Alternating prepositions
- Modal verbs – wollen/sollen, dürfen/müssen
- Imperative
- Past tense of haben, sein
- Perfect tense
- Word formation with un- (adjectives)
- Comparative
- Comparison with wie, als
- Conjunction denn
- Ordinal numbers
Duration: How long does an A1 German course last?
The individual courses A1.1 and A1.2 each consist of 48 class sessions, each lasting 60 minutes. Over the course of 96 class sessions, you will learn everything you need to know for the entire A1 level, in accordance with the language proficiency levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
A German course in Berlin at DeutschAkademie lasts 4 weeks at all levels from A1 to C2, including the intensive courses. The only exceptions are the semi-intensive courses (8 weeks) and weekend courses (12 weeks). Private lessons and corporate courses are arranged individually.
How much does a A1 German course in Berlin cost?
An A1 intensive course in Berlin starts at €369.00. Online intensive courses start at €309.00 (4 weeks, 4 days/week, 3 hours/day, 48 hours). There is no registration fee. This offers excellent value for money. And DeutschAkademie has top ratings. Plus, we offer a quality guarantee.
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Why the DeutschAkademie?
DeutschAkademie is an award-winning language school with over 20 years of experience teaching German as a foreign language. All of our language schools are centrally located. We also offer a wide range of courses at various times of the day, with a total of over 4,000 5-star reviews. With our professional placement test, we can determine your individual German proficiency level and find the German course that builds precisely on your level.
Where can I find the DeutschAkademie in Berlin?
DeutschAkademie has two prime locations in Berlin—at Wittenbergplatz in Schöneberg, near KaDeWe, and at Alexanderplatz in Mitte, near the TV Tower.
Location: Berlin-Mitte, at Alexanderplatz:
Our language school is ideally located for exploring the city and putting your German skills to use after class. The famous Alexanderplatz is home to department stores, shopping centers, restaurants, and cafés. Many of Berlin’s most important sights are also within easy walking distance, such as the TV Tower, the World Clock, Museum Island, Berlin Cathedral, the newly reconstructed Berlin Palace, Humboldt University, Hackescher Markt, and of course the Spree River with its many cafés overlooking the water.
Our language school is located in the “Haus des Lehrers.” The historic building has been completely renovated and is situated directly across from the Alexa shopping mall. Large windows, bright rooms, a beautiful view of Alexanderplatz, and modern amenities create a pleasant learning environment.
Location: Berlin-Schöneberg, at Wittenbergplatz
Our language school in Berlin is located directly across from KaDeWe, Berlin’s most famous department store. The Gedächtniskirche, Europaplatz, and Kurfürstendamm are just a few steps away. Museums, galleries, and the Berlin Zoo are also nearby. During breaks, the beautiful Tiergarten park is perfect for picnics or walks. Or you can stroll through the stylish Bikini-Haus. And because Wittenbergplatz is so centrally located in the heart of Berlin’s trendy neighborhoods of Schöneberg, Kreuzberg, Tiergarten, and Charlottenburg, it’s also a great starting point for evening plans.
How do I find the right A1 German course in Berlin?
With our interactive course finder, it’s easy to find the right German course for you.
We offer a wide selection of language courses from A1 to C2, both online and in numerous cities, that can be tailored to your individual goals and preferences—including, of course, in Berlin: You can choose how intensive the course should be, which times of day work best for you, whether you prefer to learn German online or in person, and whether you’d like to focus on specific topics.
To help us determine the perfect level for you, we recommend starting right away with our free placement test.
Looking for the right A1 German course?
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How do I sign up for the A1 German course in Berlin?
It’s very simple: Take our free placement test, use the interactive course finder—and you’ll be ready to book the right German course.
The only thing to keep in mind is that visa courses require you to apply for a language visa. Information about visas for Germany and visas for Austria.
Tip: Take advantage of the free tutoring
At first, the German language isn’t easy, but it’s not as difficult as its reputation suggests. You’ll see: what you learn here in the A1 German course will give you a solid foundation. You’ll find it easier and easier, day by day, to understand German and speak it yourself.
Everything you learn here at the start will also help you later on, when new vocabulary and grammar are added. So stick with it. And if you ever get stuck on a problem, our free online learning support is here to help and motivate you.
Will I receive a certificate from DeutschAkademie?
Upon completion of the German courses A1.1 and A1.2, you will receive a course completion certificate from us for each course. Once you have completed the entire level, you can also register for an official A1 exam: telc Berlin
Here you will find an overview of all recognized course certificates.
And here you can find our special exam preparation courses.
