German Level 2C - Upper Intermediate

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Course code: LDC5

For learners at intermediate level who have completed courses at Level 1 and 2 A and B, or who have a good basic understanding of the language.

when: From 17 Sep 2026 to 28 Jan 2027
Thursday 13:00-15:00 16 weeks
Tutor: Christel Stoecker-Danby

where

location to be advised

fees

full fee for this course £269.00, concession fee £161.00

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

This stimulating course aims to encourage you to speak more freely in German by developing your speaking and listening skills and thus reinforcing your confidence. The topics covered will deal with more advanced vocabulary and grammar, and the conversations and debates will lead to a greater understanding of Germany and German speaking countries

What can students expect?

The course will consist of activities to enable students to improve their fluency, expand vocabulary and knowledge of grammar. 

Learners should expect to engage in conversation and use more advanced grammar to enable them to use the language with confidence. 

There will be revision exercises and games to practice various tenses and other grammatical points. 

Listening practice will be done by using a variety of media. 

Students will be encouraged to read magazine and newspaper articles and be able to talk about current events.

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 admin office first, before joining

Previous experience required?

Students should have completed courses at Level 1 and Level 2 A and B, or have studied at GCSE or equivalent level at some time in the past, ideally for at least four years

What is the progression route?

Level 2 D

Are there any extra costs?

Yes, a course book may be used. Details will be given at the first session.

Work set between sessions?

Yes. Some homework will be set every week, in order to enable learners to reinforce what they have learnt during each session

What should students bring?

A pen and paper, and perhaps, an A4 ring binder for handouts and photocopies 

A good bilingual dictionary would be useful, but is not essential

Teaching method/style?

Communicative language teaching method, involving eg 

- listening to course book CD, the tutor, other students, the radio, podcasts, songs, 

 conversations, 

- reading texts in course book, newspapers and magazine articles, short stories 

- asking and answering questions 

- oral practice in pairs, small groups and whole class work 

- pair work and role plays, group discussions 

- talking about a variety of current topics 

- games and grammatical exercises

Course Cancellations and Refunds

If we cancel your course

<ul>
<li>You will receive a full refund of course fees.</li>
<li>We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</li>
</ul>

If you cancel

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
</ul>

Refund processing

<ul>
<li>Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval. </li>
<li>If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</li>
</ul>

Transfers

<ul>
<li>7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</li>
<li>Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</li>
<li>All transfers are subject to availability.</li>
<li>Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days notice, subject to availability.</li>
<li>Enrolments are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</li>
<li>If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</li>
</ul>

Illness and non-attendance

<ul>
<li>We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</li>
</ul>