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These pages provide all the answers to your questions on how best to learn German. You will find information on aspects like language schools, online learning methods, materials and a compilation of all recognised German language tests and certificates.
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We give you seven good reasons on why it is worth learning German. In addition, you will find some interesting facts on where German is used and spoken all around the world.
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This section provides comprehensive information on who offers German language courses, on search engines for language courses, on multimedia forms of language learning, on who organises and holds German language tests, on organisations that promote the German language as well as links to other relevant sites.
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Even if no German language courses are offered in your home town, you still have plenty of opportunities for learning German, such as online courses or home study programmes. We also give you detailed information on internationally recognised examinations and tests, as well as on the German language certificates required for admission to higher education in Germany.
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We give you a chance to take two little German tests to help you make a first assessment of your German language skills. Of course, these tests cannot be compared with the recognised tests; rather, they aim to give you a first idea of where you stand.
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Germany's higher education institutions offer a broad range of summer courses; these are not only language courses, but also courses on specific subject areas. Among the language courses, you will find an extensive range of beginner's, intermediate and advanced offerings, as well as courses for German teachers and special language courses, for example, on Business German.
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We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions on learning German. We have also compiled a list of contacts who can answer your special questions.
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Finally, this service is rounded off by a comprehensive collection of links on the German language and on information about Germany.
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