There are several approaches to learn German, all of which can help you achieve your language learning goals. You can opt for convenient online sites that offer a range of language courses or download mobile apps that make learning on-the-go a breeze. Alternatively, you can choose to attend classes where you’ll benefit from practical and interactive lessons that help you build your language skills.
It’s worth noting that Germany uses the European Language Framework, which helps learners to gauge their proficiency levels, identify areas of improvement and work towards achieving internationally recognized language certifications.
European Language Framework

Online resources
Online German courses are becoming increasingly popular among students and professionals who wish to improve their language skills.
If you are considering taking a German course online, you may be pleased to know that there are several institutions that offer high-quality language instruction. These courses typically cover a range of language competencies, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension.
- Goethe
- Deutsche Welle
- www.deutsch-uni.com
- www.alumniportal-deutschland.org
- Lingoda
- LerneDeutsch
- For small school going children – Scoyo
- Udemy offers thousands of courses for German. The following were recommended to us: A.1.1 , A1.2, A2.1, A2.2
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The following institutions offers traditional classroom courses which provides face-to-face interactions with instructors and peers. You will have the opportunity to learn German in a supportive and structured environment, with experienced instructors who will guide you through every step of the process.
Study in Germany
The best way to learn any language is by attending classes and practicing it in a real-life setting. Not only do these classes enhance your language skills, but they also expose you to German culture and open doors to new friendships and experiences.
- Local Volkshochschule - VHS
- Berlitz Language school
Exam preperation
The first hurdle is to pass the A1 and A2 exams. The following websites offer mock exams to help you prepare for the exams..
Listed tutors
If you are looking for one-on-one German classes, we have German tutors listed on our website

Karin Gärtner – German Tutor
Before lockdown I taught German in the evenings as part of classes the Deutsche Schule Durban offered to adults and children. During lockdown things went

Beyond the Class-room
As an English teacher i am always looking at fun ways to interact with my students, especially during the stay at home times we have

Linguistika
A Multifaceted Language Service founded by Stephanie Schaffrath TAILORED ONLINE LANGUAGE TUITION: With over 12 years of experience teaching languages, Linguistika is committed to providing
Apps
Learning a new language can be a daunting task, but thanks to modern technology, we now have access to iteractive language learning apps that makes learning fun.
App | Level | Operating System | Link |
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City of Words | A1 | Android and Apple | https://www.goethe.de/en/spr/ueb/led.html |
Das Geheimnis der Himmelsscheibe | A2 | Android and Apple | https://www.goethe.de/ins/za/en/spr/ueb/him.html |
Adventure German | B1 | Android and Apple | https://www.goethe.de/ins/za/en/spr/ueb/mis.html |
Fluentu | Android and Apple | https://www.fluentu.com/ | |
Rosetta Stone | Android and Apple | https://www.rosettastone.de/ | |
Anki | Android and Apple | https://www.ankiapp.com/ | |
Babbel | Android and Apple | https://www.babbel.com/course-description/learn-german-online | |
iStart German | Apple | http://www.miraigerman.com/ | |
Busuu | Android and Apple | https://www.busuu.com/ | |
Duolingo | Android and Apple | https://www.duolingo.com/ | |
Learn German DeutschAkademie | A1, A2, B1, B2 or C1 | Android and Apple | https://www.deutschakademie.de/online-deutschkurs/english/learn-german-for-android |
VHS | A1, A2, B1, B2 | Android and Apple | https://www.vhs-lernportal.de/wws/9.php#/wws/apps.php |
Podcasts and videos
Another fun way to learn german is by listening to podcasts or watching videos.
- Audible has a great selection of audio books
- DW has news reports that are spoken slowly
- The Easy German Podcast
- Herr Professor
- Slow German
- German for busy professionals
- Deutsch Lernen durch Hören
- German with Laura
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