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German courses

Take your German to the next level with our courses covering levels B1 to C2 – available online, in Zurich and in Winterthur. Doing so will allow you to communicate in German even more proficiently in just a short space of time.

The fall semester starts on September 15. Some places are still available. Register now.

If you have any questions, please contact us by email deutschkurse@zhaw.ch or call 058 934 60 90.

German courses on offer

Reach the next level

Achieve the next level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) in just 15 weeks. Our courses prepare you optimally for the Goethe examination, which you can take directly at the ZHAW’s Goethe-Institut Examination Centre (in German). 

C2 courses: master German at the highest level

You want to be able to communicate effortlessly, confidently and successfully in German in any situation. You learn to express yourself fluently and correctly in writing and orally on complex issues.

Communicate clearly and argue persuasively

Improve your communication skills in German in a targeted fashion.

Improve your writing and strengthen your grammar

Systematically enhance the professionalism of your writing.

Our courses are designed for learners of German as a second or foreign language.

How good is your German?

You can test your language skills with us free of charge, and together we will find the right German course for you − online, in Zurich and in Winterthur

The placement test will be available again here from December 2025.

Your benefits

Good reasons for taking a German course at the ZHAW

Advice

Do you have any questions? We would be happy to help you:

Administrative office, German as a foreign/second language
Tel.: 058 934 60 90
E-mail: deutschkurse@zhaw.ch