Goethe-Zertifikat exam preparation

Prepare for the Goethe exam with certified native German teachers.

4.8 by 415 students.

Personalized curriculum
Conversation classes
Distance learning with a teacher

1 level = 3 months

Learning portal + private classes

Self-study - 38.70€

Biweekly - 194.70€

Conversation intensive - 417.00€

- or -

Private conversation classes (from 29.90€/h)

4.8/5 2k+ enrolled

This course includes

Lessons 45+
Conversation classes Min. 1/month (flexible).
Level Any
Learning language German
Certificate Goethe
Recommended duration 3 months

Course description

Prepare for the Goethe exam with certified native German teachers.

What you will learn

Be fully prepared to pass your targeted Goethe-Zertifikat, from A1 to C2.
Speaking: Practice real Goethe tasks to build fluency in everyday and formal German.
Listening: Train using authentic German audio with timed exercises.
Reading: Learn strategic reading skills for different text types.
Writing: Master writing clear, structured texts suitable for each exam level.

Who is this course for?

Ideal for professionals who need German certification.
You are aiming for efficient, goal-focused learning, not generic classes.
You want flexible, effective training designed around your busy life.

This course in short

Custom learning plan: A certified Goethe‑Institut coach assesses your level and progress speed, curating a flexible study plan.
Continuous feedback: Get precise corrections and actionable tips to boost your skills steadily.
Exam-focused training: All exercises, lessons, and materials mirror the structure and demands of Goethe exams.

Learning portal

You'll learn with interactive online exercises and videos on our learning portal

Learning portal

Conversation classes with a private teacher

You meet your teacher as often as you want for conversation classes and guidance.

Our curriculum aligns with the Goethe-Institut standards as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Learn more in less time

No one size fits all... we guide you every month with what you need to study.

Flexible conversation classes

During conversation classes of 60 minutes you train conversation and difficulties. (Minimum once per month).

Personal mentor

Your teacher measures your difficulties and adapts your tasks to your needs.

Flexible distance learning

Your teacher adapts your monthly tasks based on your progress and level.

Stay motivated with personal learning materials!

Your teacher adapts your plan every month and gives personal feedback on tasks.

Examples of some of the learning material you get with coLanguage lessons

Audio and video

Repeat your classes anywhere with our translated videos.

Examples of some of the exercise sheets you can do on coLanguage

Personalized worksheets

Personalized exercises adapted to your needs.

Example slide of a lesson presentation from one of the language courses in coLanguage

Online learning platform

Student translations and class presentations included.

Offered by the Goethe-Institut and aligned with the CEFR, Goethe-Zertifikate are recognized worldwide, and uphold high quality standards through ALTE Q-Mark certification.

The Goethe-Zertifikate are globally accepted—and sometimes required—for:

Visas and residency
Job applications
University or vocational admission
Professional licensing

Grammar

Present tense of regular and irregular verbs
Modal verbs (können, müssen, dürfen)
Imperatives (du, ihr, Sie)
Simple questions and negations (nicht, kein)
Definite and indefinite articles
Personal and possessive pronouns
Basic word order (main clauses)
Plural formation
Prepositions with location (in, auf, neben)

Practice and situations

Introducing yourself and others
Telling the time and dates
Talking about daily routines
Ordering food and drinks
Shopping and prices
Describing places and objects
Asking for and giving directions
Making simple appointments

Grammar

Present perfect (Perfekt) of regular and irregular verbs
Separable verbs and modal verbs in past
Comparative and superlative of adjectives
Dative and accusative prepositions
Word order in main and subordinate clauses
Conjunctions: weil, dass, wenn
Reflexive verbs
Imperatives (including negation)
Noun–article–adjective agreement

Practice and situations

Talking about past events and experiences
Making suggestions and plans
Describing health problems
Writing short personal letters and emails
Talking about holidays and leisure activities
Understanding public announcements
Describing a typical day at work or school

Grammar

Imperfekt (Präteritum) of common verbs (sein, haben, modal verbs)
Subjunctive II for polite requests (Könnten Sie…?)
Passive voice in present and perfect
Relative clauses with der/die/das
Indirect questions (ob, wann, warum…)
Use of “zu” + infinitive
Temporal and causal connectors (als, nachdem, obwohl, deshalb)
Adjective endings with cases
Use of "man", “es gibt”

Practice and situations

Talking about future plans and ambitions
Expressing opinions, giving reasons and preferences
Writing CVs and cover letters
Describing pros and cons of a situation
Understanding short articles and news items
Participating in simple discussions
Making formal complaints or requests

Grammar

All past tenses including Plusquamperfekt
Konjunktiv I for indirect speech
Konjunktiv II for hypothetical situations
Passive voice in different tenses
Complex sentence structures with multiple subordinate clauses
Nominalization and participle constructions
Use of Präpositionalobjekte (sich freuen auf, denken an…)
Advanced adjective declension
Subjunctive II + modal verbs

Practice and situations

Writing structured arguments and essays
Taking part in formal discussions and debates
Describing trends using data and graphics
Expressing agreement/disagreement with nuance
Reading newspaper articles and literary excerpts
Understanding implicit meaning in dialogues
Making detailed presentations

Grammar

Full mastery of subordinate clause structures
Idiomatic expressions and collocations
Advanced verb-preposition combinations
All verb moods and tenses fluently used
Passive + modal verbs in all tenses
Complex connectors: sofern, zumal, je…desto
Ellipses and stylistic reductions
Use of nominal style for academic writing
Konjunktiv I/II in indirect reporting

Practice and situations

Academic presentations and summaries
Debating abstract and societal issues
Writing commentaries, editorials, formal letters
Interpreting irony, satire, and figurative language
Handling complex reading and listening texts
Participating in workplace meetings and negotiations

Flexible scheduling around your lifestyle.
Interactive coaching, adapting to your pace and exam level.
Focus on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and exam tactics.
Practice fluency and precision in structured dialogues and speaking drills.

Take mock Goethe exams under timed conditions mimicking the real structure.
Learn effective time-management and task strategies.
Familiarize with format and scoring criteria for all four modules: Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking

Official materials: sample papers, audio, videos, and grading rubrics.
Module-specific practice
Access clear grammar explanations, vocabulary lists and exam simulations

Learn to approach each task type strategically and efficiently.
Enhance spoken and written German for daily, professional or academic contexts.
Improve your ability to interpret complex texts and audio under exam constraints.
Produce well-structured, coherent writing that meets exam standards.

Over 1 million Goethe exams taken worldwide each year
Over 10,000 happy students
Rated 4.8/5
150+ certified professional teachers

	Self-study	Biweekly	Conversation intensive
Online learning portaal.
Audio, video and reading.
Offline PDF downloads.
Progress tracking.
Private teacher.
Flexible conversation classes		2 x 60 min. / month	4 x 60 min. / month
Study intensity 45 lessons per CEFR level	30 minutes / day	15 minutes / day	Optional
When to choose?	You are very busy and want mainly a self-study program.	You need conversation practice, but have limited time.	You want to focus on fast progress and conversation skills.
Select your course 1 level = 3 months	1 month x 17.50€/month 3 months x 12.90€/month (-26%) 6 months x 6.90€/month (-61%)	1 month x 69.00€/month 3 months x 64.90€/month (-6%) 6 months x 59.00€/month (-14%)	1 month x 149.00€/month 3 months x 139.00€/month 6 months x 129.00€/month (-7%)