Students
Planning to study in Germany? German determines how well you navigate university life, make friends, and build a life beyond the campus.
de101
Deutsch lernen. Deutschland verstehen.
Live online courses (A1–B1). Learn the language and understand life in Germany.
For every path to Germany
Professionals
Moving for work or a new career in Germany? German opens doors English can't - at the office, with neighbours and everywhere in between.
Families
Joining a partner or family in Germany? German is what turns a new country into somewhere you actually feel at home.
Already here
Living in Germany but feeling held back by the language? German is what takes you from getting by to genuinely belonging.
More than a language class
German for real life in Germany
You learn the language through the situations that shape life here: university, work culture, paperwork, healthcare, housing and the everyday conversations people actually use.
- A1-B1 learning path
- CEFR-aligned structure
Small groups that actually let you speak
Classes are built around interaction, questions and feedback, so you get time to try German out loud and enough personal attention to keep improving.
- Max 10 participants
- Live online
Taught by someone who has lived it
Every lesson is shaped by years of studying, working and building a life in Germany, with practical guidance and steady support alongside the language.
- Practical mentorship
- Support between sessions
From your first message to real German confidence
A guided learning path with live classes, personal placement, and ongoing support.
Find your starting point
Students either take a placement test or message directly for guidance. Their level is determined through a combination of the placement test and a short 1-to-1 conversation. Beginners are guided into A1.1.
Join your live learning group
After enrollment confirmation, students receive access to Google Classroom, course materials, schedules, and live online sessions. Classes take place live on weekends in small groups.
Learn and practice throughout the week
Students attend live weekend classes focused on speaking, listening, writing, grammar, and practical German usage. Between sessions they complete assignments and receive support through WhatsApp or email.
Continue beyond the course
At the end of A1.1, students receive a de101 certificate and can continue into the next level. Learners stay connected through the wider de101 community, resources, and ongoing guidance.
Why German is non-negotiable in Germany
Daily life and paperwork run in German
Shopping, doctor visits, the Bürgeramt, contracts, insurance and tax letters all happen in German. Without it, daily tasks become harder and misunderstandings more likely.
Stronger admission and job chances
Universities and employers consistently prefer candidates who can study or work in German - even in roles advertised as 'English-speaking'.
Permanent residency (Niederlassungserlaubnis)
EU Blue Card holders qualify after 27 months of residence with A1 German - or after just 21 months with B1. For most other skilled workers, B1 is the standard requirement.
German citizenship (Einbürgerung)
Standard naturalisation needs B1 along with 5 years of legal residence.
Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte)
The points-based route of the job-search visa needs at least A1 German (or B2 English). Higher German levels add points (A2 = 1, B1 = 2, B2 = 3), making the card much easier to obtain.
Integration and professional growth
Real conversations with colleagues, neighbours and friends are how you become part of life here - and how promotions tend to happen.
Anjum Rauf
Founder & instructor
From Kashmir, in Germany since 2015. de101 is shaped by over a decade of studying, working and navigating life here.