Who is this course for?
For participants who have completed B2 and want to study or take on demanding professional responsibilities.
C1
C1 intensive course Hochschule
Ready to study — and successful in your studies
C1 opens the door to German universities. You understand demanding specialist texts, follow lectures and present complex matters in a clearly structured way.
Do you want to perfect your German and reach an advanced level that gives you full command of communication at work and in study? Our C1 German courses are designed to raise your language skills to a near-native level. In this course you learn to understand demanding texts, to express yourself fluently and spontaneously, and to present complex matters clearly and in a structured way. Our experienced teachers support you with exercises, discussions and practical application to consolidate your skills. The C1 course is ideal for anyone preparing for academic challenges, taking on demanding professional tasks, or aiming for higher language certificates such as telc C1 Hochschule or TestDaF.
Learning objectives
- Understand and contextualise demanding and academic texts
- Express yourself fluently and spontaneously without visibly searching for words
- Present and write about complex matters in a structured way
- Master academic text types and academic phrasing
Why is C1 necessary?
- Academic requirements
- For many universities C1 is a basic requirement for admission. It ensures that you can understand complex academic texts, follow lectures and write academic work.
- Professional excellence
- C1 shows employers that you have advanced language skills allowing you to express yourself precisely and confidently in demanding professional contexts. It is often a requirement for leadership positions and specialised roles.
Course structure
- Teaching with an academic-language focus
- Oral communication, presentation and discussion
- Guided digital learning phases
- Exam training for telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule
Exam preparation
The target exam is telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule. On request, preparation can also be oriented more towards the DSH — please ask us.
Sprachcafé & culture
The Sprachcafé and the cultural programme are part of every intensive course at no extra cost. At the Sprachcafé you speak with other participants and teachers in a relaxed setting; on the excursions you experience German in real situations.
Entry requirements
Completed B2 level or comparable knowledge.
Frequently asked questions
Is C1 enough for university admission?
For many universities C1 is the basic requirement for admission. Please check the exact exam your chosen university requires directly with them — we are happy to advise you on preparation.
What makes C1 Hochschule different?
The focus is on academic language: following lectures, analysing specialist texts, academic writing and presenting.
Do you also prepare for the DSH?
A DSH-oriented focus is possible on request. Please mention it before enrolling.