Standard German courses in Heidelberg

The language academy Alpha Aktiv specializes in German courses and it has much expertise in the field of intensive courses. We offer German courses at all levels of the Common European Framework (CEF), from beginners level A1 to the almost fluent level C2.

Intensive Course 20 – the classic for beginners • 20 lessons per week • Compact, communicative, and structured: ideal for making quick progress.

This course is designed for students who wish to apply for a German university and want to pass the German University entry exam. 42 weeks Intensive Course (20 lessons per week) from A1 to C1 + 4 weeks of TestDaF / DSH Exam preparation course Level A1: 8 weeks Level A2: 8 weeks Level B1: 8 weeks Level B2: 9 weeks Level C1: 9 weeks Exam preparation: 4 weeks --> 46 weeks in total

Our Studienkolleg is specifically designed to prepare international students like you for the academic demands of studying in Germany. We offer comprehensive courses that focus on key subjects, such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, and German language proficiency, ensuring you have a solid foundation in these areas before you start your university studies.

Preparation for the examination (specialization course W, T or M); Prerequisite for participation: Valid B2 certificate or equivalent

Do you still need a B2 certificate to take part in the Studienkolleg? With our PathwayPackages we offer cost-effective all-round carefree packages for an optimal start at university in Germany. Studienkolleg + online B1+B2 preliminary course + B2 test included

Do you still need a B2 certificate to take part in the Studienkolleg? With our PathwayPackages we offer cost-effective all-round carefree packages for an optimal start at university in Germany. Studienkolleg + online A1+B1+B2 preliminary course + B2 test included

Do you still need a B2 certificate to take part in the Studienkolleg? With our PathwayPackages we offer cost-effective all-round carefree packages for an optimal start at university in Germany. Studienkolleg + online B2 preliminary course + A1+A2+B1+B2 test includeduded

A Home Language International immersion course means you live the language you are learning and is the fastest, most natural way to learn. You are staying in your teacher’s home, have one-to-one language lessons and continue to use and practise your language skills sharing the daily life of your teacher’s family during meals, conversations, visits and activities as they all take place in the language you are studying.

A Home Language International immersion course means you live the language you are learning and is the fastest, most natural way to learn. You are staying in your teacher’s home, have one-to-one language lessons and continue to use and practise your language skills sharing the daily life of your teacher’s family during meals, conversations, visits and activities as they all take place in the language you are studying.

A Home Language International immersion course means you live the language you are learning and is the fastest, most natural way to learn. You are staying in your teacher’s home, have one-to-one language lessons and continue to use and practise your language skills sharing the daily life of your teacher’s family during meals, conversations, visits and activities as they all take place in the language you are studying.

A Home Language International immersion course means you live the language you are learning and is the fastest, most natural way to learn. You are staying in your teacher’s home, have one-to-one language lessons and continue to use and practise your language skills sharing the daily life of your teacher’s family during meals, conversations, visits and activities as they all take place in the language you are studying.

It is the most effective way to make rapid progress: you live with your teacher who will give you private language lessons and correct you at all times spent with them. It completely immerses you in the language you are learning as you put into practice what you have learnt during your lessons through social interactions and meal time with your host.

It is the most effective way to make rapid progress: you live with your teacher who will give you private language lessons and correct you at all times spent with them. It completely immerses you in the language you are learning as you put into practice what you have learnt during your lessons through social interactions and meal time with your host.

LIFESTYLE PROGRAMME Stay with a host who is not necessarily a teacher but who wants to share his/her daily life and culture with you. An immersive experience for those who want to learn exclusively through practice without traditional “sit-down” lessons.