Bookings are now open for our next German Beginners Stage 1a course, and teaching will take place at our Avenue Campus. This 10-week taster course is a great opportunity to try out learning the language.
To book your place, please visit our online store.
You can find information about the topics and subjects included in each stage of German in the Useful Downloads section of this page.
You can also find more information about Language Stages.
| Level/stage | Duration | Day | Time | Course dates | Tutor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Taste of German 1a | 10 weeks | Wednesdays | 6:30pm to 8:30pm | 26 February to 25 March 2026 and 15 April to 13 May 2026 | Elisabeth Ruggles |
The aim of every language course at the University is to enable you to communicate in your target language (TL) at that particular level and in your particular area of interest. We use the word ‘communicate’ in its widest sense, meaning that you will not only be able to talk to people in the language but also to develop your proficiency in listening, reading, and writing. This means that the module aims for you to understand all the things which affect communication in that language, including knowledge of how the language is used, how it works and how to analyse it, and the cultural contexts in which it is spoken.
For all enquiries, please email: lifelonglearning@soton.ac.uk