German advanced: Konversation
Advanced German conversation course using current affairs, discussion and interactive activities to develop spoken fluency and understanding of complex language.
What Upper Intermediate (B2) German means
At B2 German, learners can communicate fluently on concrete and abstract topics, develop arguments and respond in detail.
Support a viewpoint
Obwohl die Maßnahme zunächst Kosten verursachen würde, käme sie langfristig der ganzen Gemeinschaft zugute.
Although the measure would have an initial cost, it would benefit the whole community in the long term.
Discuss an abstract issue
Technologie erleichtert die Kommunikation, wirft aber zugleich Fragen zum Datenschutz auf.
Technology makes communication easier, but it also raises questions about privacy.
Negotiate a solution
Wenn wir die Frist um eine Woche verlängern, können wir das Budget einhalten, ohne die Qualität zu mindern.
If we extend the deadline by a week, we can keep the budget without reducing quality.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course explores varied everyday and complex subjects through news clips, newspaper articles and spoken interaction. Learners discuss ideas, contribute their own suggestions and revise advanced grammar while working in pairs and groups, taking part in role plays and language games. Presentations, hand-outs and audio-visual resources support the sessions. The course also addresses comprehension of extended speech, television and films, alongside work with complex factual, literary and specialised texts.
What you'll learn
- Understand extended spoken German, including speech that is not clearly structured.
- Follow television programmes and films in German without too much effort.
- Interpret long, complex factual and literary texts, including specialised articles and longer instructions.
- Express ideas and opinions fluently, precisely and flexibly in social and professional contexts.
- Give clear, detailed presentations on complex subjects, developing sub-themes and bringing them to a suitable conclusion.
- Produce clear, well-structured German texts that express a point of view at some length.
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for learners with a very good knowledge of German across all language areas and a fairly wide vocabulary. It suits advanced participants who can engage with complex subjects and use terminology such as the subjunctive, conditional, dative, accusative, subordinate clauses and conjunctions. Spoken participation and contributions to discussions form a central part of the course.
- Requires familiarity with complex German grammar terminology.
- Includes pair work, group work, role plays and other spoken activities.
- Learners are invited to contribute their own topics and suggestions.
Before you go
- Materials are provided by the tutor.
- Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Class teacher
Barbara Pöllet
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Upcoming classes
2 classes
Selected date
Wed 27 Jan 2027
10:30 – 12:00 • 5 weeks
£99
Keeley Street, Covent Garden
Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
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27 Jan 2027 Wednesdays | 10:30 - 12:00 | Short course5 weeks | BarbaraPöllet | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £99.00 | Book now |
28 Apr 2027 Wednesdays | 10:30 - 12:00 | Short course5 weeks | BarbaraPöllet | Keeley StreetWC2B 4BA | £99.00 |
Wed 28 Apr, 10:30 - 12:00
5 weeks5 weeksWed 10:30£99BarbaraPölletKeeley Street
