Intensive German course in Berlin - Online intensive German course
Intensive German language courses online and in person at levels A1–C2
An intensive German course at Sprachenatelier Berlin lasts 2–12 weeks, takes place four days a week and is suitable for all levels – from beginners (A1) to advanced learners (C2).
Courses start every Monday from €240 (2 weeks). Small groups and qualified teachers ensure rapid and effective progress. The course is ideal for university studies, work or visa purposes.
Intensive German courses in Berlin: Overview:
Our intensive German course in Berlin is a compact language programme designed to help you make rapid progress. You will learn in small groups and practise all the key language skills: speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar in context
| Level | Description | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner – basic words & phrases | Register | |
| Elementary – everyday communication | Register | |
| Intermediate – simple conversations | Register | |
| Upper intermediate – complex topics | Register | |
| Advanced – fluent communication | Register | |
| Near-native level | Register |
The intensive German courses are available both as online courses and as face-to-face lessons. You can also choose between intensive German courses in the morning or afternoon.
Who is the intensive course suitable for?
The course is ideal for:
- People who want to learn German quickly
- Students in Germany
- Working professionals & skilled workers
- People requiring a visa or integration support
- Participants preparing for an exam (e.g. telc, Goethe)
Intensive Summer German Courses
In the summer (July and August), our morning intensive courses are called summer courses 🌞 In addition to German lessons, they also include a range of exciting cultural activities
Intensive German courses for professional purposes
Our special intensive German courses for professional purposes are recognised as educational leave (formerly ‘Bildungsurlaub’) under the Berlin Educational Leave Act [BiZeitG] and comprise 30 teaching hours per week.
How long does one level of our on-site intensive courses last?
The duration of one sub-level (ex: A1.1 or A1.2) course is approximately 4-5 weeks. However, it is different for each course participant, how much time they need. A complete level (A) takes approximately 8-10 weeks, B2 or C1 approx. 10-12 weeks.
The duration of each level is calculated honestly in a transparent and fair way, so that you have clear expectations and can successfully reach your goal without misleading information and false promises!
German Courses Overview – Language Levels, Duration & Registration
| 🎨 Level | 📘 Description | ⏳ Duration | 📝 Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | approx. 8–10 weeks | Register |
| A2 | Elementary | approx. 8–10 weeks | Register |
| B1 | Intermediate | approx. 10–12 weeks | Register |
| B2 | Upper Intermediate | approx. 10–12 weeks | Register |
| C1 | Advanced | approx. 12–14 weeks | Register |
| C2 | Proficiency | approx. 12–14 weeks | Register |
German placement test – test your language level (A1–C2)!
Take our free online German placement test: our placement test allows us to suggest personalised learning paths and find the right course for you, so you can learn effectively.
Which learning materials do we offer in our German intensive courses?
Our Intensive German Courses use different textbooks that need to be bought and familiarised with at the beginning of the course. Depending on course level, the textbooks "Panorama" (Cornelsen), "Weitblick" (Cornelsen) and "Aspekte neu" (Klett) are currently used in our German Intensive Courses. You can order the books on the publisher‘s website or from the Buchbox (bookstore in Berlin). Alternatively, you can also buy the books in our office (cash only).
Additionally, our teachers also create their own teaching materials, that will be distributed as photocopies for free.
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Free Offers for Course Participants
| 📌 Category | 🎁 Offer |
|---|---|
| 📝 Placement | Written & oral placement exam |
| 📜 Certification | Individual certification (upon request) |
| 📶 Facilities | Free WiFi |
| 🏐 Activities | Beach volleyball court |
| 📚 Community | Book exchange shelf |
| 🏠 Support | Help finding accommodation in Berlin |
💬 Extra Learning
| 🗣️ Program | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| “Fachsimpeln am Freitag” | Interactive language & culture activities |
🎭 Culture Program
| 📅 Event | 📌 Details |
|---|---|
| “Kulturmittwoch” | Weekly cultural experience in Berlin |
| ☀️ Summer Program | Excursions, museums, theatre, bike tours, barbecues |
📝 How to Register
📝 Registration A1.1 | 📝 Registration A1.2–C2
| 1. Step | Registration for A1.1 | 2. Step | Registration for A1.2–C2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ | Click “Reserve” | 1️⃣ | Click “Reserve” | |
| 2️⃣ | Fill form (1 min) | 2️⃣ | Fill registration form | |
| 3️⃣ | Confirmation | 3️⃣ | Confirmation email | |
| 4️⃣ | Pay €50 fee | 4️⃣ | Placement test link | |
| 5️⃣ | Choose weeks | 5️⃣ | Online/on-site test | |
| 6️⃣ | Start 🚀 | 6️⃣ | Oral test (Zoom/on-site) | |
| 7️⃣ | Course recommendation | |||
| 8️⃣ | Pay €50 fee | |||
| 9️⃣ | Choose weeks | |||
| 🔟 | Start 🚀 |
📌Flexible entry: every Monday possible
⏳ Recommendation: register 1–2 weeks before start
📅 Next Course Start Dates
| 🟢 A1.1 | 📆 Dates | 🔵 A1.2–C2 | 📌 Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌞 Morning | 01.06.26, 31.08.26, 28.09.26, 26.10.26, 23.11.26 | 🌞 Morning | Flexible (placement test) | |
| ☀️ Summer | 22.06.26, 29.06.26, 27.07.26, 03.08.26 | 🌇 Afternoon | Flexible (placement test) | |
| 🌇 Afternoon | 25.05.26, 27.07.26, 28.09.26, 23.11.26 |
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📍 Location of Our Language School in Berlin
Sprachenatelier Berlin is centrally located in the heart of Berlin-Friedrichshain and is very easy to reach. Our language school is conveniently situated, whether you’re coming from Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg, Lichtenberg, Prenzlauer Berg or Mitte.
🏫 Sprachenatelier Berlin
📍 Address: Frankfurter Allee 40, 10247 Berlin
🚆 How to get to the language school
🚇 U-Bahn (U5): Samariterstraße – only 1 minute walk
🕘 Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 8:00 pm