German Level A1 - All you need to know.
Do you want to finally understand German and are you interested in the A1 German exam?
Just for you, we have gathered all the information here so that you can quickly & fully inform yourself about the German A1 tests and the A1 courses.
In this article you will find an overview of all the contents of the German courses and A1 German exam as well as their procedures. We also explain what makes our language courses special and allows you to reach your language goals in the fastest way.
What is included in the A1 German test course?
Level A1 is the easiest and first level for German beginners without previous knowledge and contains the important basis for all who want to learn German.
Together we will work on the following topics to help you pass the A1 level exam:
Basis of German Grammar
As with any language, German grammar is the important basis for understanding and correctly applying content. For all tasks & use cases on the A1 exam you will need the German grammar.
Be able to carry on light conversations in everyday life
Together we learn to introduce ourselves and other people and to ask and answer appropriate questions. This can be, for example: Giving information about your own place of residence or describing other people you know.
Acquisition of basic vocabulary
You will learn the most important basic vocabulary at level A1:
- Private environment
- Professional environment
- Education
- Public places
Be able to read simple sentences and understand uncomplicated dialogues
The aim of this topic is that you can read, understand and use everyday expressions & simple sentences. This can be e.g. advertisements, brochures, menus or timetables. At the A1 exam you will receive an invitation and be able to evaluate a statement with "correct" or "incorrect".
We will also learn how to communicate in a simple way in everyday conversations with other people and how to understand simple dialogues. These conversations will be practiced in written texts and as spoken conversations. This includes understanding and using dates, days of the week and times.
Write SMS and e-mails in German
For your everyday life, we will teach you how to write German text messages and e-mails correctly for various purposes. We will teach you how to formulate and correctly understand interest, wishes, requests or suggestions.
What does LanguageCube do differently to guarantee fast progress?
For German learners LanguageCube offers the optimal total package. In interactive & individual lessons from level A1 to C1, all sub-areas are covered comprehensively: Reading, listening, writing and speaking.
In order for you to learn German most efficiently, your group will be a maximum of 5 people, leaving enough room for your individual questions. Your learning sessions will take place either on-site or online - whichever suits you better.
That's what sets us apart:
- Structured & meaningful knowledge, so that you can actually remember what you have learned and apply it in everyday life
- Small class groups & interactive teaching for maximum learning effect
- Get to know other German learners at the same level and progress together
- Room for your individual questions and needs
- Large library of books to deepen German while reading in depth
- On-site & online courses possible
- Learn German from level A1 to C1 at a school
Which topics are included in the German exam for level A1?
The A1 German language test tests the learners' basic knowledge. In order to reach the A1 level, language schools such as Germancube.ch offer practice-oriented preparatory courses for German beginners with no prior knowledge.
On the A1 exam, you will be asked to complete the following sections:
- Basic knowledge of the German grammar
- Basic vocabulary to understand & carry on light conversations in everyday life.
- Read, understand and be able to write simple texts
How does the A1 German TELC exam work?
The TELC Deutsch A1 test consists of a written and an oral part. The written test includes the application areas "Listening" (20min) and "Reading and Writing" (45min).
This is followed by the oral exam (15min), where you can show your basic German skills in practical application together with three other participants.
How does the A1 German exam GOETHE work?
Like the TELC A1 German test, the GOETHE German A1 test consists of a written and an oral part. The written test includes the parts "Listening" (20min), "Reading" (25min) and "Writing" (20min).
This is followed by the oral exam (15min), in which you introduce yourself to the group and answer questions from everyday life and ask questions in the group.
Where do you go from here?
- Find out now about the next courses on site or online at the language school LanguageCube.ch
- Complete the German A1 preparation course adapted to the exam
- Register for the A1 exam
- Show what you have learned and get the language certificate
- Benefit from more German skills in your everyday life
This is why LanguageCube is the perfect choice to learn for the A1 German test
In our many years of activity we have noticed: the larger the class, the smaller the learning effect. That's why we deliberately fill our classes with a maximum of 5 participants. This way you can maximize the learning effect and get the most out of your lessons.
Thanks to the flexible teaching model with online and local courses, the German course also fits perfectly into your schedule and you can learn German wherever you want.
If you'd like to take advantage of these benefits and more, contact us today and we'll work with you to create your perfect educational path.