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acb lingua - leichter Sprachen lernen
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acb lingua - leichter Sprachen lernen

acb lingua GmbH is a BAMF-approved language school in central Bonn (Wesselstraße 1–3). It offers integration courses at levels A1–B1 – as intensive or evening courses and in standard, literacy, low-literacy, and second-script formats – alongside AZAV-funded programmes and general language courses for private learners and companies. As a licensed telc and g.a.s.t. exam centre, the school regularly administers language proficiency tests including the DTZ. Courses are available both on-site and online.

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen
Integrationskurs (A1-B1) Integrationskurs (A1-B1) Integrationskurs mit Alphabetisierung Geringliterarisiertenkurs Zweitschriftlernerkurs Integrationskurs (A1-B1)
Advanzioo Academy
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Advanzioo Academy

Advanzioo Academy in Leipzig is a BAMF-, AZAV- and telc-certified language school located on Berliner Straße. Its programme spans intensive German courses from A1 to C1 (20 hours per week), BAMF integration courses, and visa language courses including full embassy documentation packages. As an official telc examination centre, the school administers exams such as the Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer (DTZ) and offers dedicated preparation courses for telc B1 and B2. Immigrants, skilled workers and international learners benefit from a practice-oriented, institutionally accredited pathway into the German language.

Leipzig, Sachsen
A1-B2 C1 Integrationskurs A1-C1 B1-B2
Akademie Integration Migration-Bildung e.V. (AIM-Bildung)
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Akademie Integration Migration-Bildung e.V. (AIM-Bildung)

AIM-Bildung e.V. is a non-profit, BAMF-approved institution in Essen (Rellinghauser Str. 10). It offers integration courses including literacy courses, orientation courses, and German language classes from A1 to C1. Healthcare professionals can attend specialist language courses for medicine and nursing. As an accredited telc exam centre, participants can sit their language certification tests on site.

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1–B1 A1–C1 B2–C1
anglo-german institute
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anglo-german institute

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Seit 1972 Zentrale Lage ISO 9001

The anglo-german institute (agi), founded in 1972, is a language school at Friedrichstraße 35 in central Stuttgart. It teaches German as a foreign language from A1 to C2 — as intensive courses (20 lessons/week), BAMF integration courses, evening and corporate training, and at a state-recognised vocational college (Berufskolleg). agi is BAMF-approved, a telc and TestDaF examination centre, an IALC member and ISO 9001 certified — strong, independently audited quality for studies and career preparation in Germany.

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg
A1–C2 A1–B1 B2
Aristoteles Institut
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Aristoteles Institut

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Aristoteles Institut GmbH is a private language school in Bremen with two well-connected locations in the city. BAMF-approved as an integration course provider (A1.1–B1.2, including the orientation course), the school also runs intensive German courses covering all levels from A1 to C1 and DeuFöV vocational language courses (B2/C1) — with specialist modules for healthcare and medical professionals. As a licensed telc exam centre, learners can sit officially recognised language certifications directly on site. Google rating: 4.3 stars.

Bremen, Bremen
A1 B1 C1
Avicenna Institut e.V.
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Avicenna Institut e.V.

Avicenna Institut e.V. is a non-profit language school in Frankfurt am Main that has been offering German courses from A1 to C1 since 1996, both on-site and online. Each year, more than 1,500 participants from over 33 countries attend around 75 courses, including BAMF-funded integration courses and vocational language courses (B1–C1). The institute holds BAMF certification, AZAV accreditation, and is an official telc examination centre.

Frankfurt, Hessen
Integrationskurs (A1-B1) Berufssprachkurs (B1-C1) A1 A2 B1-B2 C1
Bénédict GmbH & Co. KG
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Bénédict GmbH & Co. KG

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Bénédict Düsseldorf builds on a tradition dating back to 1929, when Swiss language educator Dr. Gaston Bénédict opened his first school. Located on Ackerstraße in central Düsseldorf, this AZAV-certified, BAMF-approved school offers integration courses (A1–B1) with telc DTZ qualification and government-funded vocational German (DeuFöV) up to C1. Additional offerings include telc exams, medical German (FSP) preparation, and the naturalisation test. Rated 4.7 stars on Google.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 A2-C1 A1-B1
Bénédict Sprachschule
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Bénédict Sprachschule

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Bénédict Sprachschule in Cologne has been one of the city's largest private providers of German as a foreign and second language since 1987. With more than 50 course formats spanning A1 to C1 — including intensive, evening, and job-oriented programmes — the school covers every level and schedule. As a BAMF-accredited institution, a licensed telc examination centre (since 2003, telc C1 Hochschule Kompetenzzentrum since 2017), and an authorised TestDaF test centre, it offers certified exams on site. More than 900 students from 86 nations study here.

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1–B1 B2 C1
Berlitz Düsseldorf
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Berlitz Düsseldorf

Berlitz Düsseldorf, located at Hüttenstraße 4 in the heart of the city near Königsallee, has been a trusted name in language learning since 1878. As a BAMF-accredited institution, it offers state-funded integration courses, DeuFöV vocational language courses, and German classes from A1 to C1 in individual, group, and intensive formats. The centre is an official telc exam venue. Rated 4.5 stars by more than 3,000 learners, Berlitz Düsseldorf combines a proven methodology with experienced teachers and flexible onsite, online, or hybrid delivery.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 A1-C1 A1-C1 A1-B2 Berufssprachkurs A1-C1
Berlitz Köln
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Berlitz Köln

Berlitz Cologne has been delivering high-quality language training since 1878, located on Schildergasse in the heart of the city, close to Cologne Cathedral. As a BAMF-approved provider, official telc examination center, and AZAV-certified institution, the school offers German and 50+ other languages at levels A1 to C2: intensive, group, and one-on-one courses, state-funded integration courses, and exam preparation for telc, TOEFL, and Cambridge — in person, online, or blended. Rated 4.5 out of 5 by more than 3,000 students.

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-C1 A1-B1 A1-B1 A2-C1 A1-C2 A1-C2
Berlitz Sprachschule Bremen
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Berlitz Sprachschule Bremen

Berlitz Bremen is part of the globally recognised Berlitz network, founded in 1878. Located in the central Auxilium Business Center at Hollerallee 26, the school offers individual, group, and online courses in German, English and Spanish from A1 to C2 for adults and children. As an official telc exam centre and BAMF-approved provider of integration courses and DeuFöV vocational language programmes, it combines institutional credibility with 4.5 stars from more than 3,000 customer reviews.

Bremen, Bremen
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-B1 A2-C1 A1-B2
Berlitz Sprachschule Stuttgart
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Berlitz Sprachschule Stuttgart

Berlitz Stuttgart has been at the heart of the city at Königstraße 40 since 1878. The centre offers German, English, Spanish, and further languages at all levels from A1 to C2 — in individual, group, online, and hybrid formats — with native-speaker trainers using the immersive Berlitz method. State-funded integration courses (BAMF), subsidised vocational language training via AVGS, and exam preparation for telc, TOEIC, and WiDaF are all available. Accreditations: BAMF, telc, AZAV.

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-B1 Fachsprache / Berufssprache Prüfungsvorbereitung
Bonner Bildungs-Center e.V.
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Bonner Bildungs-Center e.V.

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Bonner Bildungs-Center e.V. has been a non-profit education provider in Bonn (Dietkirchenstr. 30–32) since 1997. It offers BAMF-approved integration courses, literacy programmes, and foundation German courses at all levels – both on-site and online. Accredited under AZAV (Certqua), the centre also prepares learners for the DTZ (A2–B1) and the German naturalisation test. Decades of experience and official state approvals make it a trustworthy choice for learning German in Bonn.

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 A1-B1 A1-B1
BSB Erwachsenenbildung GmbH
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BSB Erwachsenenbildung GmbH

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BSB Erwachsenenbildung GmbH has been a trusted adult education provider in Bremen since 1989. Located in the city centre, this family-run school has held BAMF approval since 2005 and offers integration courses (A1–B1), intensive courses, literacy courses, and vocational language programmes. Counselling is available in English, Arabic, Ukrainian, and Russian. As a certified telc examination centre, BSB prepares learners directly for the Deutschtest für Zuwanderer. A 4.6-star Google rating underlines its sustained quality.

Bremen, Bremen
A1-B1 A1-B1 A1-B1
CampusWelt
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CampusWelt

CampusWelt – Bildungsakademie Colonia is located in Cologne's Ehrenfeld district and offers German courses from A1 to B1 as semi-intensive morning classes with 16 lessons per week. State-funded integration courses including the Orientierungskurs round out the programme. As an official telc examination centre, participants can sit recognised language certificates from A1 to C1 on-site. Google rating: 4.9 – a reliable learning environment for newcomers and those advancing their German.

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1 A2 B1
CASA – Internationale Sprachschule gemeinnützige GmbH
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CASA – Internationale Sprachschule gemeinnützige GmbH

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Innenstadt Prüfungsvorbereitung Kleine Gruppen

CASA – Internationale Sprachschule gemeinnützige GmbH was founded in Bremen in 1983 and is recognised as a non-profit for its work in adult education and international understanding. Part of the TANDEM Germany network, CASA teaches German as a foreign language at all levels from A1 to C1 in small international groups of 10 to 15 participants. Its programme includes intensive courses, evening courses for working people, special and in-company courses, group courses and Bildungszeit (educational leave). As a licensed telc examination centre, CASA offers preparation and exams for telc Deutsch B2 and telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule on site and also prepares students for the TestDaF. The school follows an encounter-based approach with host families, tandem partnerships and a cultural and leisure programme.

Bremen, Bremen
A1–C1 A1–C1 A1–C1 B2–C1
deuko - Das Bildungsinstitut
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deuko - Das Bildungsinstitut

Deuko – Das Bildungsinstitut has been a trusted German-language school in Hanover since 1988. As a BAMF-accredited provider, the school offers integration courses (A1–B1), literacy courses for complete beginners, and vocational language courses under DeuFöV (A2–C1), available both onsite at Freundallee and online. As a certified telc exam centre (A1–C1), Deuko guides learners all the way from first steps to officially recognised certificates. Quality standards are underpinned by ISO 9001 and AZAV accreditation.

Hannover, Niedersachsen
A1-B1 A2-C1 A1-C1
DeutschAkademie Stuttgart
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DeutschAkademie Stuttgart

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DeutschAkademie Stuttgart – one of Germany's largest language school chains with small groups (7–13 participants) and flexible course formats on Königstraße.

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg
from €79/month
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1/A2/B1/B2 A1-C2 B1-C1
did deutsch-institut Berlin
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did deutsch-institut Berlin

The did deutsch-institut Berlin has been teaching German since 1990 in the heart of Berlin-Mitte. It offers courses for adults at every level from A1 to C2 — Standard, Intensive, and Premium formats (up to 28 lessons per week) — alongside exam preparation for telc, TestDaF, and the Goethe certificate, Business German, and online courses. As an official telc and TestDaF examination centre accredited by FDSV, it welcomes around 2,000 international learners every year.

Berlin, Berlin
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 B1-C2 A2-C2 A1-C2
did deutsch-institut Hamburg
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did deutsch-institut Hamburg

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Visa-Unterstützung Zentrale Lage

did deutsch-institut – one of Germany's oldest and most renowned language schools since 1970. Hamburg location in a historic Art Deco building near the Alster.

Hamburg, Hamburg
from €800/month
A1 A1 A1 B2 C1
did deutsch-Institut München
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did deutsch-Institut München

did deutsch-Institut München has been a trusted address for German as a foreign language since 1977, located steps from Munich Central Station on Arnulfstraße. Adults at every level from A1 to C2 choose between Standard, Intensive, and Premium courses (20–28 hours per week) on-site or online. The school offers exam preparation for telc, TestDaF, and the Goethe Certificate alongside Business German, individual tuition, and university pathway programmes. Accredited by fDSV and telc, and rated above 4.7 out of 5 on ProvenExpert, it stands among Munich's most established language schools.

Munich, Bayern
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 B1-C2 A1-C2
die Sprachwerkstatt GmbH
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die Sprachwerkstatt GmbH

Die Sprachwerkstatt GmbH is a private adult-education institute in Dresden-Pieschen (Großenhainer Straße 99) with over thirty years of experience. BAMF-accredited, it offers integration courses (A1–B1) — including literacy and second-script programmes — BAMF-funded vocational German up to C1 level, and specialist intensive courses in medical German for foreign doctors. Classes are available both on-site and online. Google rating: 4.5 stars.

Dresden, Sachsen
A1 B2 B2
difo GmbH - Dresdner Institut für Fortbildung
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difo GmbH - Dresdner Institut für Fortbildung

The difo – Dresdner Institut für Fortbildung – was founded in 2015 in Dresden and holds BAMF accreditation for integration courses and vocational German language courses under DeuFöV. The school offers in-person German tuition from A1 to C1: intensive and evening courses in small groups, occupational language courses, and specialist language training for healthcare professionals (doctors, pharmacists, psychologists). Exam preparation for telc and Goethe certificates is also available. Google rating: 4.5/5 (140 reviews).

Dresden, Sachsen
A1-B1 A1-B1 Integrationskurs B2-C1 Berufssprachkurs B2-C1 Fachsprachkurs Medizin B1-C1 Pruefungsvorbereitung A1-B2 Abendkurs
DIWAN-Marburg Akademie
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DIWAN-Marburg Akademie

DIWAN-Marburg Akademie in Bonn (Oxfordstraße 12–16) offers German intensive courses at all levels from A1 to C2, plus evening classes both on-site and online. As an accredited exam centre, the school administers telc (A1–C1), TestDaF, DTZ and TestAS tests. Specialist courses for medical professionals and an online integration course complete the programme. With a 4.6-star rating from 213 Google reviews, it is a proven choice for reliable language learning.

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 A1-C2
Deutschkurse bei der Universität München
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Deutschkurse bei der Universität München

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Deutschkurse bei der Universität München e.V. (DKFA) is a non-profit association linked to LMU Munich that has been running German courses for international students since 1952. At Agnesstraße 27 (Schwabing) it teaches German as a foreign language at all levels (A1–C1) — as daytime intensive courses (from €398/month), evening super-intensive courses, and online courses via Zoom. As an authorised examination centre it administers the DSH, TestDaF and telc exams — ideal preparation for studying at a German university.

München, Bayern
from €80/month
A1–C1 A1–C1 A1–C1
ELOQUIA Sprachinstitut
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ELOQUIA Sprachinstitut

ELOQUIA Sprachinstitut, situated on Frankfurt's central Kaiserstraße, delivers tailored corporate language training, private tuition, and exam preparation in German, English, French, Spanish, and Italian – on-site and online. Holding accreditations as an exam centre for Cambridge, telc, IELTS, TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, and the Oxford Test of English, the institute combines high-quality teaching with direct access to internationally recognised certifications. A specialist translation bureau covering 52 languages completes the offering.

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen
A1-C2 A1-C2 B1-C2
ELVIDA Sprach- und Integrationszentrum ( Sprachschule )
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ELVIDA Sprach- und Integrationszentrum ( Sprachschule )

ELVIDA Sprach- und Integrationszentrum has been a trusted language and integration centre in Nuremberg since 2003, operating across four locations in Nuremberg and Fürth. BAMF-approved and AZAV-accredited, it offers integration courses, literacy programmes, and job-related language training from A2 to C2 levels, alongside private tuition and online classes via a virtual classroom. As a certified telc and g.a.s.t. examination centre, ELVIDA combines decades of practical experience with recognised quality standards.

Nuremberg, Bayern
A1-B1 A1-B1 B2 A2-C2 A1 A1-B1
Elvida voice u. Integration center Nürnberg
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Elvida voice u. Integration center Nürnberg

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ELVIDA Language and Integration Centre in Nuremberg has been a BAMF-accredited German-language provider since 2003, offering courses at all proficiency levels. Its programmes include integration courses, literacy courses, and job-related language training. As an AZAV-certified institution and an officially recognised telc and g.a.s.t. examination centre, ELVIDA combines rigorous quality standards with personal support – delivered in-person in the heart of the Nuremberg metropolitan region.

Nürnberg, Bayern
A1 A1-B1 B2
Euro-Schulen Dresden
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Euro-Schulen Dresden

Euro-Schulen Dresden, part of the ESO Education Group founded in 1966, is located at Wiener Platz 6 close to Dresden's main train station. The school is BAMF-approved and AZAV-certified, offering integration courses (A1–B1), vocational German up to B2, and individual specialist-language coaching with application training. As an official telc exam centre, students can take recognised exams on-site, including the Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer (DTZ) and Deutsch-Test für den Beruf (DTB B2).

Dresden, Sachsen
A1-B1 A1-B1 B2 B2 B2 A1-B2
Euro-Schulen Leipzig
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Euro-Schulen Leipzig

Euro-Schulen Leipzig has been a trusted German-language training provider in Leipzig and North Saxony for over 30 years, part of the nationwide ESO Education Group founded in 1966. The institute is BAMF-approved and certified to AZAV and CERTQUA standards. It offers integration courses (A1–B1), vocational German up to B2, telc exams, naturalisation tests, and individual coaching – on-site, online, and hybrid. Since December 2025 located at the new campus, Atriumstraße 3, Leipzig.

Leipzig, Sachsen
A1-B1 B1-B2 B1 B1-B2 B1
Evolanguage Sprachschule Frankfurt
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Evolanguage Sprachschule Frankfurt

Evolanguage at Liebfrauenberg 39 in the heart of Frankfurt has been teaching German as a foreign language since 2000, covering all levels from A1 to C2. Courses include intensive and evening classes, DSH and TestDaF exam preparation, business German, and specialist medical German for healthcare professionals. All formats are available in small groups or one-to-one – onsite or online. The school holds telc and ALTE certification.

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen
from €235/month
A1-C2 A1-C2 B2-C1 B1-C1 B1-C1 A1-C2
Fremdsprachen-Institut Colón
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Fremdsprachen-Institut Colón

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Fremdsprachen-Institut Colón, on the Colonnaden near the Binnenalster, is one of Hamburg's oldest and largest language schools, with over 70 years of history (founded 1952). It teaches German and 18 languages in small groups — intensive, evening, online and private courses, Bildungsurlaub, and BAMF-funded integration and professional language courses (DeuFöV). As a telc examination centre, IALC member and a school certified by Weiterbildung Hamburg e.V., Colón stands for verified quality. An in-house bookshop, accommodation service and leisure programme round out the offering.

Hamburg, Hamburg
A1–B1 A1–C2 A1–C2 A1–C2
FremdSprachenSchule for everyone GmbH
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FremdSprachenSchule for everyone GmbH

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FremdSprachenSchule for everyone GmbH is a BAMF-approved, AZAV- and ISO-9001-certified language school with three locations across Dresden – Neustadt, Johannstadt, and Mitte. It offers BAMF-funded integration courses (A1–B1), German intensive courses for self-paying students, and vocational language courses. One-on-one tuition is available in many foreign languages including English, Spanish, French, and Russian. As a licensed test centre for TOEIC, TOEFL, and WiDAF, the school provides internationally recognised exams. Courses run on-site and online with monthly start dates.

Dresden, Sachsen
A1 A1 B1
German Language Course Dortmund
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German Language Course Dortmund

Linguaviva Sprachschule Dortmund has provided BAMF-approved integration courses (A1–B1) for adults and young people, literacy courses, and intensive German courses at B2 and C1 level in central Dortmund since 2016. AZAV-certified and operating its own telc examination centre, the school offers structured preparation for recognised language certificates. More than 120 Google reviews averaging 4.5 stars reflect its strong track record.

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 A1-B1 A1-B1 B2 C1
GLS Sprachenzentrum Berlin
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GLS Sprachenzentrum Berlin

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Zentrale Lage Unterkunft verfügbar

German courses A1–C1, exam prep for telc, TestDaF and DSH in Berlin.

Berlin, Berlin
from €560/month
A1 B2 C1
GMB-Koeln Integrationskurse Köln Chorweiler
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GMB-Koeln Integrationskurse Köln Chorweiler

The non-profit gGMB mbH (Society for Migration Research and Education) in Cologne-Chorweiler has been a BAMF-approved integration course provider since 1996, accumulating over 30 years of expertise and earning a perfect 5.0 Google rating from 98 reviews. Its programmes cover general integration courses (A1–B1), literacy courses, parent integration courses, and employment-preparation measures under §45 AufenthG. All offerings are AZAV-certified and telc-endorsed; participation is free of charge for ALG-II and social welfare recipients.

Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 Integrationskurs A1-B1 Integrationskurs mit Alphabetisierung A1-B1 Elternintegrationskurs Heranfuehrung an den Arbeitsmarkt (§45)
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GoAcademy! Düsseldorf

GoAcademy! International House Düsseldorf has been one of Europe's leading language schools since 1990, located at Grafenberger Allee 78–80. TÜV Rheinland (ISO 9001:2015) and AZAV certified, the school serves as an official telc exam centre and licensed TestDaF test centre. German as a foreign language courses run from A1 to C1 in intensive, evening, and one-to-one formats, available on-site, online, and hybrid. Around 700 international students are enrolled each year, including specialist programmes for medical and nursing professionals.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-C1 A1-C1 A1-C1 B2-C1 Integrationskurs
Goethe-Institut Frankfurt
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Goethe-Institut Frankfurt

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Zentrale Lage Kulturprogramm

The Goethe-Institut Frankfurt offers German courses A1–C2, Goethe-Zertifikat and TestDaF exams in central Frankfurt am Main.

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen
from €0/month
A1 B2 C2
Goethe-Institut Hamburg Sprachschule Deutschkurse
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Goethe-Institut Hamburg Sprachschule Deutschkurse

The Goethe-Institut Hamburg – one of the world's most recognised German-language institutions since 1951 – is centrally located near Gänsemarkt in the heart of Hamburg (Caffamacherreihe 5). It offers German courses at all CEFR levels from A1 to C2: intensive, morning, evening, weekend, and online formats. Goethe-Zertifikat and telc exams can be taken on-site. Eight modern classrooms, a media library, and a rich cultural programme complement every course. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars across 129 Google reviews.

Hamburg, Hamburg
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 B1-C1 A1-C2
Goethe-Institut München
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Goethe-Institut München

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The Goethe-Institut Munich is the headquarters of the world's most renowned institution for German language and culture. German courses A1–C2 with its own certificate.

München, Bayern
from €0/month
A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2
IFS Bonn
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IFS Bonn

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German courses A1–C2, exam prep for TestDaF and telc in Bonn. Established language school since 1978 in the university city on the Rhine.

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen
from €440/month
A1 B2
IIK Düsseldorf
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IIK Düsseldorf

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IIK Düsseldorf – university-affiliated language institute since 1989 with BAMF approval, telc/TestDaF exam center and over 4,000 exam candidates annually.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen
from €273/month
A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 A2
inlingua Center Essen
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inlingua Center Essen

inlingua Center Essen, located at Flachsmarkt 1 in the heart of Essen, has been guiding language learners since 1988 with native-speaker trainers. The offering spans BAMF-approved integration courses (A1–B1), intensive courses up to B2, group and individual training (A1–C2), and exam preparation for telc and g.a.s.t. DTZ. As an accredited telc and DTZ examination centre and a certified inlingua franchise location, the school combines proven quality standards with flexible Virtual Classroom and Blended Learning formats.

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 B2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2
Inlingua München
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Inlingua München

inlingua München, centrally located at Sendlinger-Tor-Platz, is one of Bavaria's leading language-course providers. It offers BAMF-funded integration and vocational language courses, intensive and evening group classes, and private tuition across all levels from A1 to C2. Dedicated exam preparation for telc and TestDaF rounds out the programme. Lessons are available on-site, online via virtual classroom, or in a hybrid format — all taught exclusively by native-speaker trainers.

München, Bayern
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-B2 B1-C1 A2-C2
inlingua Sprachschule Stuttgart
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inlingua Sprachschule Stuttgart

inlingua Language School Stuttgart, centrally located at Nadlerstrasse 21, offers German courses at every level from A1 to C2 in daytime, evening, intensive, and one-to-one formats. BAMF-approved as an integration course provider, the school also runs DeuFöV vocational German programmes. As a certified telc examination centre (DTZ, A1–B2, WiDaF) it prepares learners for recognised certificates, and tailored corporate language training is available for businesses. A 4.6 / 5 Google rating across 98 reviews underscores its track record.

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-B2 B2 Einzeltraining
Institut für Sprache, Bildung und Kultur
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Institut für Sprache, Bildung und Kultur

Institut für Sprache, Bildung und Kultur is located in the Hörde district of Dortmund and offers German courses from A1 to C1 – as intensive, crash, or one-to-one lessons, as well as fully online. Its AZAV accreditation means participants can use government education vouchers. As an official telc examination centre (A1–C1 Hochschule), all telc exams are conducted on site. With 136 Google reviews averaging 5.0 stars, the school stands among Dortmund's highest-rated language providers.

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-C1 A1-C1 A1-C1 A1-C1 Hochschule Einzelunterricht
interDaF Leipzig
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interDaF Leipzig

Intensive
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interDaF Leipzig – university-affiliated language institute at the Herder-Institut of Leipzig University since 1992. Intensive courses, TestDaF/telc and Studienkolleg prep.

Leipzig, Sachsen
from €595/month
A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C1
ISK Hannover
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ISK Hannover

Intensive
Innenstadt Prüfungsvorbereitung Visa-Unterstützung

German courses A1–C1, exam prep for telc and TestDaF in Hannover. Non-profit association with over 2,000 participants annually since 1997.

Hannover, Niedersachsen
from €560/month
A1 B2
Kapitel Zwei Berlin
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Kapitel Zwei Berlin

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Kapitel Zwei is a German language school in central Berlin at Am Köllnischen Park, founded in 2012. The school offers intensive courses from A1 to C2 in small groups of up to 12, both on-site and online via Zoom. As an officially certified telc exam centre (best-practice distinction) and a licensed TestDaF exam centre since 2020, it provides reliable, exam-focused German tuition. Preparatory courses for the Fachsprachprüfung for medical professionals are also available. Rated 4.7/5 on Google.

Berlin, Berlin
from €82/month
A1–C2 B1–C1 B2–C1
Kastner Kolleg Dresden
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Kastner Kolleg Dresden

Intensive
Prüfungsvorbereitung Visa-Unterstützung Kleine Gruppen

German courses A1–C1, exam prep for telc and TestDaF in Dresden. Non-profit association in the Neustadt district with cultural program since 1998.

Dresden, Sachsen
from €680/month
A1 B2
KS++ Sprachschule Essen
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KS++ Sprachschule Essen

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Prüfungsvorbereitung Studienvorbereitung

KS++ Language School Essen – telc Higher Education Competence Center with over 2,000 exam participants per year and 90% pass rate for DSH/TestDaF/telc C1.

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen
from €262/month
A1 A2 B1 B2 C1
Lahor e.V.
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Lahor e.V.

Lahor e.V. is a non-profit association in Frankfurt's Bockenheim district and a state-recognised provider of youth welfare services. As a BAMF-approved course provider, the school offers integration courses (A1–B1, 630 teaching units) and general German courses for adults. Regular telc exam preparation is also available, with scheduled exam dates through 2026. Courses are designed primarily for migrants and refugees. Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen
A1-B1 B1 A1-B1
Language Coach Institute
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Language Coach Institute

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Language Coach Institute is centrally located in Leipzig (Bauhofstraße 3-5) and holds BAMF accreditation for integration and vocational German courses. It also offers privately funded intensive courses from A1 to C1 – on-site, online, or hybrid – in small groups led by university-qualified DaF trainers. Certified telc and TestDaF exams are available at all levels. Google rating: 4.5 stars.

Leipzig, Sachsen
A1 B2 C1
learn German project
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learn German project

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Projekt Deutsch Lernen (pdL) has been a trusted name for German language education in Dortmund since 1978. This BAMF-accredited non-profit offers integration courses, intensive German A1–C1, DSH and TestDaF preparation, and specialist medical German — both on-site and online. An authorised telc examination centre, pdL has cooperated with TU Dortmund since 1993 and holds quality certification from the Gütesiegelverbund Weiterbildung.

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B2 C1/DSH A1-B1
Leipziger Gesellschaft für Bildung und Arbeit mbH
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Leipziger Gesellschaft für Bildung und Arbeit mbH

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The Leipziger Gesellschaft für Bildung und Arbeit mbH runs a BAMF-approved German language school in Leipzig-Plagwitz, backed by over 30 years of experience as an established education provider. Courses range from general and intensive integration courses (A1–B1) at 12 to 20 teaching units per week to alphabetisation and youth integration programmes. As a licensed telc examination centre, the school administers in-house exams from A1 through C1. The multilingual team speaks Arabic, Spanish, Ukrainian, English and German.

Leipzig, Sachsen
A1–B1 A1–B1 A1–C1
linguademia Nürnberg
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linguademia Nürnberg

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German courses A1–C2, integration and vocational language courses in Nuremberg. BAMF-certified language school and telc exam center with over 30 years of experience.

Nürnberg, Bayern
from €480/month
A1 B2
MASK Zentrum Sprachschule Nürnberg
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MASK Zentrum Sprachschule Nürnberg

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MASK Zentrum Sprachschule in Nuremberg is a state-approved German language school (BAMF-accredited) with three city locations and a full online programme. Courses range from integration courses (A1–B1) and vocational German (Berufssprachkurse) to specialised professional language courses for healthcare workers — medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and nursing at C1 and B2 level. As a certified telc exam centre, MASK Zentrum prepares learners for recognised language qualifications. All three branches hold 4.8–4.9-star Google ratings.

Nürnberg, Bayern
A1-B1 B2 C1
Perfekt Deutsch Dortmund
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Perfekt Deutsch Dortmund

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Perfekt Deutsch – Dortmund's largest language academy and exam center with over 21,500 graduates since 2013. telc, TestDaF, DSH at 3 locations.

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
from €235/month
A1-C1 A1-C1 B2-C1 C1
SBZ Stadtteilbildungszentrum e.V. Hamburg
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SBZ Stadtteilbildungszentrum e.V. Hamburg

SBZ Stadtteilbildungszentrum e.V. is a non-profit community education centre in Hamburg, with locations at Berliner Tor and Altona. BAMF-approved and AZAV-certified, SBZ offers integration courses from A1 to B1 – intensive and evening formats, including online – plus vocational language courses at B2 and C1. As an accredited examination centre for telc and g.a.s.t., participants can sit the DTZ, DTB, telc Deutsch and the naturalisation test on site. More than 2,700 reviews reflect consistently high learner satisfaction.

Hamburg, Hamburg
A1-B1 Integrationskurs A1-B1 Integrationskurs A1 Integrationskurs B2 Berufssprachkurs C1 Berufssprachkurs
Sprach- & Bildungsinstitut Bonn
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Sprach- & Bildungsinstitut Bonn

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The Sprach- und Bildungsinstitut Bonn (SBIB) is a private language institute located in the heart of Bonn's historic old town. It offers German courses at all levels from A1 to C2 – intensive, evening, and weekend formats, as well as business courses – available both on-site and online. International students benefit from Studienkolleg preparation and visa-eligible long-term courses under §16f AufenthG. Exam preparation covers telc, TestDaF, DSH, and Goethe. A library, cultural events, and on-site childcare make SBIB a notably personal learning environment.

Bonn, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1–C2 A1–C2 A1–C2
Sprachakademie Hannover
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Sprachakademie Hannover

Sprachakademie Hannover belongs to the non-profit association VIB e.V., founded in 1995, and is situated in the heart of Hanover's city centre. Its programme covers German as a foreign language from A1 through C1, BAMF-approved integration courses with official examinations, DSH and TestDaF exam preparation, Studienkolleg preparation, and a specialised course in German for physicians. Accreditations from BAMF, AZAV, telc, testDaF, and DUO underline the school's reliability and commitment to measurable learning outcomes.

Hannover, Niedersachsen
A1 A2 B1
Sprachakademie Stuttgart
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Sprachakademie Stuttgart

Intensive
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Sprachakademie Stuttgart, at Theodor-Heuss-Straße 2 in central Stuttgart, is a BAMF- and telc-licensed course and examination provider. It offers German as a foreign language with BAMF integration courses (A1–B1), orientation courses and targeted TestDaF preparation — as intensive and semi-intensive courses. As a BAMF-approved provider, telc and TestDaF examination centre with DIN ISO 9001 certification, the school stands for verified quality and is well suited to preparing for study and work in Germany.

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg
A1 A2 B1
Sprachschule Aktiv Bremen
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Sprachschule Aktiv Bremen

Sprachschule Aktiv Bremen is centrally located on Pieperstraße in the heart of Bremen's city centre, offering German as a foreign language and over 40 other languages in small groups of around five participants. Course formats include intensive, evening and online classes, private tuition and in-company courses across all levels A1 to C2. As a certified telc exam centre with preparation courses for both telc and TestDaF, the school combines structured learning with proven exam success — backed by 5.0 stars from 403 Google reviews.

Bremen, Bremen
A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2 A1-C2
Sprachschule Aktiv Hamburg
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Sprachschule Aktiv Hamburg

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Sprachschule Aktiv Hamburg sits in the heart of Hamburg's Altstadt (Bei dem neuen Krahn 2, near Rödingsmarkt and the Speicherstadt). In small groups of no more than ten, it teaches German and over 40 other languages — as intensive courses (20 lessons per week), evening courses, and private or corporate training. As a licensed telc examination centre, it administers recognised language exams. Intensive German courses start at €549 per month, with a hybrid attendance option on request. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from more than 240 reviews, it ranks among Hamburg's best-rated schools.

Hamburg, Hamburg
A1 B1 A1
Sprachschule Dr. Juno
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Sprachschule Dr. Juno

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Sprachschule Dr. Juno in Dortmund is a certified DaF school holding TÜV Rheinland ISO 9001 and AZAV accreditation, approved as a BAMF integration-course provider and licensed telc examination centre. The school offers university-preparatory German courses from B1 to C1, DSH preparation and vocational German for nursing staff, both on-site and online. Multilingual guidance and state-recognised exams make Dr. Juno a trusted choice for academic, professional and integration pathways in Dortmund.

Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
B1 B2 C1
Sprachschule Nürnberg
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Sprachschule Nürnberg

Sprachschule Nürnberg (Intelligenz- & Karriereknoten GmbH) on Schanzäckerstraße 10 has been a trusted address for German courses in the Nuremberg metropolitan area since 2004. The curriculum covers general German classes from A1 to C1, BAMF integration courses, evening classes and online lessons. As an official TELC examination centre the school prepares students for B2/C1 exams and runs DTZ tests on site. Quality is assured by DEKRA ISO 9001 and AZAV certification plus BAMF approval.

Nürnberg, Bayern
A1–B1 A1–C1 B1–B2 A1–C1 B2–C1
Sprachschule SprachKomm
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Sprachschule SprachKomm

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SprachKomm is a TÜV-certified language school in Mönchengladbach holding BAMF authorisation for integration courses from A1 to B1 (six modules of 100 teaching units each, with morning and evening tracks). As an official telc examination centre (A1–C2) it also administers the Deutschtest für Zuwanderer (DTZ). Its programme further includes AZAV-funded further training, B2 professional German, corporate language courses, and live online classes. Rated 4.4 stars on Google.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1–B1 B2 A1–C2
Studienkolleg & Sprachinstitut NRW
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Studienkolleg & Sprachinstitut NRW

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Studienkolleg & Sprachinstitut NRW in Düsseldorf is part of German Education Factory (GEDUFA) and has been preparing international students and professionals for their future in Germany since 2020. As a licensed telc examination centre, the school offers German courses at all levels from A1 to C1 — including intensive and preparation courses for the telc exams as well as the Fachsprachprüfung B2 for nursing and healthcare professionals. Its affiliated Studienkolleg prepares students for the Feststellungsprüfung and study at German universities through specialised W-, M- and T-courses. Following its holistic PELIS concept, GEDUFA supports students from initial consultation through language and academic training to visa, accommodation and finding a study place.

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen
B1–B2 B2 C1 B2 Studienkolleg
Swan Schule
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Swan Schule

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Swan Schule, located at Theaterplatz 3 in central Essen just minutes from the main station, offers German language courses across all CEFR levels from A1 to C1. Six modern classrooms provide the setting for internationally recognised language certificates. Membership in FaDaF (the German-language teaching association) and ALTE associate status demonstrate the school's commitment to verified quality standards. Fintiba has recognised Swan Schule among Germany's top 10 language schools.

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1 B2-C1 Medizin (FSP) Apotheker (FSP)
TANDEM Köln
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TANDEM Köln

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TANDEM Cologne – international language school since 2004 in a historic monastery building in Cologne’s Südstadt. telc/TestDaF exam center with 12 classrooms.

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen
from €180/month
A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 A2
TANDEM München
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TANDEM München

Intensive Evening
Seit 1989 Schwabing Prüfungszentrum

TANDEM München is an international language school in Schwabing (Kurfürstenplatz 5), run as a non-profit association since 1989. Its focus is German as a foreign language (A1–C2) — as intensive courses (20 lessons per week, from €500/month), evening courses and targeted exam preparation. As a telc Kompetenzzentrum Hochschule and a telc and TestDaF examination centre, it administers recognised exams. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from more than 160 Google reviews, TANDEM is among Munich's best-rated language schools.

München, Bayern
A1–C2 B1 B2
TUH Bildungszentrum gemeinnützige GmbH
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TUH Bildungszentrum gemeinnützige GmbH

TUH Bildungszentrum gemeinnützige GmbH has been a non-profit education provider in Berlin-Neukölln since 2011. Recognised by BAMF as an integration-course provider and certified under AZAV, the school offers German language courses from A1 to C2, including general and vocational integration courses, professional German at B2–C1 level, and online formats. It also administers telc examinations and provides job-activation coaching (AVGS) for jobseekers. As an intercultural mediator, it serves both newcomers and long-term Berlin residents.

Berlin, Berlin
A1-B1 Integrationskurs Berufssprachkurs B2-C1 A1-C2
WIPA GmbH
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WIPA GmbH

WIPA GmbH in Essen is an AZAV-certified and BAMF-approved language school specialising in German as a foreign language. Courses range from integration courses and literacy programmes at A1–B1 level to vocational language courses (B2) and job-related qualification programmes, as well as corporate training. As an official telc and g.a.s.t. examination centre, participants can sit recognised language certificates from A2 to C1 on-site.

Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen
A1-B1 A1-B1 A1-B1 B2 B1-C1
ZeBuS e.V. Zentrum für Bildung und Sprache e.V.
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ZeBuS e.V. Zentrum für Bildung und Sprache e.V.

ZeBuS e.V. is a non-profit language school in Berlin-Neukölln, BAMF-approved since 2010 and a licensed telc examination centre. It offers integration courses at levels A1–B1, vocational German (Berufssprachkurse) targeting B2, and an early-education language track – available both on-site at two Neukölln locations and online across Germany. With a 4.6-star rating from more than 500 Google reviews, ZeBuS is a trusted choice for structured, accredited German language learning.

Berlin, Berlin
A1-B1 B2 B2-C1
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