German Level 3B - Advanced

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Course code: LCS8

For advanced learners who have been learning for several years and are almost fluent.

when: From 02 Feb 2026 to 22 Jun 2026
Mon 13:00-15:00 16 weeks
Tutor: Christel Stoecker-Danby

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course £264.00, concession fee £160.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

This course at advanced level is suitable for students who have been learning German for a number of years and who are fluent and proficient.

What can students expect?

Learners will improve their, already good, understanding of spoken and written German by learning new, more advanced vocabulary and grammar, and expanding all four language skills, by;

~ taking part in and enjoying fairly fluent conversation about a wide range and variety of topics. 

~ engaging in conversation, sharing points of views, increasing cultural awareness and making comparisons between different cultures. 

~ reading and understanding more difficult texts 

~ practicing and improving listening and reading comprehension at an advanced level

 

This course will be delivered at Stoke Lodge but will move to online delivery if necessary.

Late starters allowed?

Yes, provided late starters can work at the same level as the rest of the class at the time of joining. 

Please check with the tutor via the Stoke Lodge office before joining.

Previous experience required?

Yes, learners need to have completed courses at Level 1, 2 and 3 A, or have studied German for several years, and have a good solid grounding in grammar and vocabulary

What is the progression route?

Level 3 C

Are there any extra costs?

A course book may be used; details will be given at the first session

Work set between sessions?

Yes. Homework will be set every week, in order to enable learners to reinforce what they have learned during the sessions

What should students bring?

Ideally, an A4 ring binder for photocopies and handouts; paper and pen 

A good dictionary would be very useful

Teaching method/style?

Communicative language teaching approach: 

~ Listening comprehension: eg listening to CDs, clips from DVDs, the internet, the 

 tutor, other students 

~ Reading comprehension: eg reading texts or stories in class and at home 

~ Speaking and conversation in class 

~ Pair work, small group work, whole class work, etc 

~ Pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar exercises 

~ Working on the activities and exercises in the course book

Equipment Required

Stable internet connection, a PC or tablet if the course moves online.

Refunds and cancellations

Course Cancellations by Us 

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If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full. 
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We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased. 
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Cancellations by You 

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If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date: Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee. 
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If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued. 
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Transfers 

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Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date. 
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A 10% transfer fee applies. 
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Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge. 
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Illness and Absence 

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No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health. 
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How Refunds Are Issued 

Refunds are returned via the original payment method: 

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Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used. 
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Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office. 
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Online Course Access 

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Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins. 
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No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer. 
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