German can feel challenging at first because of grammar and word order, but it’s very logical. If you practice regularly, it becomes much easier.
Basic level (A1–A2): 3–6 months
Intermediate (B1–B2): 6–12 months
Advanced (C1): 1–2 years
This depends on how often you practic
Learn the alphabet and pronunciation
Start with basic words and phrases
Practice listening and speaking daily
Use apps, videos, and simple books
German grammar has:
Genders (der, die, das)
Cases (Nominativ, Akkusativ, Dativ, Genitiv)
It looks hard, but if you learn step by step, it’s manageable.
Very important! German pronunciation is clear and consistent. Learning correct pronunciation early helps a lot with speaking and listening.
Yes! You can learn German online using:
Apps
YouTube
Online courses
Speaking with native speakers online
That’s right: Germans, Europeans, and all non-Europeans can study in Germany free of charge – without tuition fees.
Simply put, yes, there are free universities in Germany. There are no tricks or hidden fees, public universities in Germany are FREE.
Most courses are taught in German, requiring international applicants to submit proof of proficiency in the German language. Two main tests are available for this purpose: the Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang (DSH, meaning “German language examination for university entrance”) and the TestDaF.
Speak every day (even alone)
Repeat sentences out loud
Watch German videos and copy pronunciation
Practice with friends or language partners
To study in English international students have to prove their language proficiency at an upper intermediate to advanced level (B2/C1). German Universities usually accept one of these certificates: A TOEFL or IELTS certificate.
GRE is not compulsory for most of the universities in Germany. … But apart from IELTS, many universities in Germany also accept TOEFL scores as valid proof of English proficiency.
For most subjects, you can apply directly to the international office of the university. Alternatively, you can use the website www.uni-assist.de, a centralized admissions portal for international students, run by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), although not all universities use this.
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