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June 29, 2026
13:15 - 16:30
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4 weeks80 UE
incl. CEFR final exam
350 €
Learn German
Phonem is your language school in Hannover for German courses from A1 to C1, in person and online, with fixed schedules, a placement test, and a CEFR certificate.
A1 to C1
All levels
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Course times
Hannover
Language school
Since 2023
Levels
Find your course
We support you at every CEFR level
Free · Adaptive · Accurate
Not sure which level is right for you?
Take our placement test. It'll help you gauge your current German level and find the right course, whether that's A1, A2, B1, B2, or C1. This is especially useful if you already have some German: you'll avoid starting at the wrong level and learn from day one at the level that fits you.
Courses
Available courses
Find your course and start date
A1.1
German course A1.1
Foundation level
5Dates
A1.2
German course A1.2
Foundation level
7Dates
A2.1
German course A2.1
Foundation level
7Dates
A2.2
German course A2.2
Foundation level
7Dates
B1.1
German course B1.1
Intermediate level
8Dates
B1.2
German course B1.2
Intermediate level
9Dates
B2.1
German course B2.1
Intermediate level
7Dates
B2.2
German course B2.2
Intermediate level
7Dates
C1.1
German course C1.1
Advanced level
3Dates
C1.2
German course C1.2
Advanced level
2Dates
Conversation course
Conversation course
6Dates
CEFR
Learn German by CEFR level: from A1 to C1
Our German courses in Hannover follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This system divides language skills into clear levels from A1 to C1, making it easier to find the right course quickly and with confidence. For you, this means transparent learning goals, a clear course structure, and a defined path from your first sentence in German all the way to confident communication in daily life, work, and study.
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Levels
A1 to C1
Complete path
CEFR
Framework
Hannover
German courses in Hannover: flexible, intensive, and clearly structured
Morning, afternoon, or evening: at Phonem you'll find German courses that fit around your life. Our courses are well structured, follow the CEFR system, and guide you step by step through the right levels.
So you'll know not just when your course starts, but what goal it leads to and which level you can aim for next.
School location
Georgstraße 11, 30159 Hannover
Morning courses in Hannover
Ideal if you want to focus on German in the morning. Our morning courses are intensive and suit you if you want afternoons free.
09:00 bis 12:1580 UE · 4 Wochen
Afternoon courses in Hannover
A strong option if you have a flexible lunch break or want a structured day.
13:15 bis 16:3080 UE · 4 Wochen
Evening courses in Hannover
Perfect after work: learn German in Hannover without changing your daily rhythm.
17:30 bis 20:4572 UE · 6 Wochen
Phonem language certificate according to CEFR
Teaching, exam and certificate according to CEFR. Clearly structured. Issued by Phonem.
Phonem Sprachschule aligns teaching, final exam and language certificate with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The final exam tests all four skills: reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written expression and oral expression. Weighting and oral tasks follow the respective level from A1 to C1.
After regular attendance and passing the final exam we issue the Phonem language certificate according to CEFR. Issuance is included in the course price.
We issue the certificate digitally as a PDF with QR code for online authenticity check. For verification we store only the required data according to the approved privacy and deletion policy.
Our courses prepare you specifically for the language competencies required by CEFR.
More on CEFR: Gemeinsamer Europäischer Referenzrahmen (GER)
Digital issuance as PDF with QR code for online authenticity check. Verification data is processed according to the approved privacy and deletion policy.
Why Phonem
Why so many learners choose Phonem
Phonem is more than a language school in Hannover. We combine clear course structure, small groups, and personal learning with a modern approach to language development.
In a large group you often wait a long time for your turn. With us you speak much more often because the group stays small and your teacher knows you. You get feedback on pronunciation and sentence structure when it matters in class, not later. That helps especially in Hannover when you need German for work, authorities, or daily life.
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Courses & PricesA single course, for example A1.1, costs 350 €. A full level like A1 consists of two courses (A1.1 and A1.2). If you register within 7 days before the course starts, a processing fee of 40 € applies.
Morning and afternoon courses run for 4 weeks with 80 teaching units. Evening courses run for 6 weeks with 72 teaching units, spread across several evenings per week.
We offer three fixed time slots: morning (09:00 to 12:15), afternoon (13:15 to 16:30), and evening (17:30 to 20:45). The exact weekdays are listed with each course date.
Yes. The morning and afternoon courses are intensive daytime formats. Evening courses are designed specifically for people who work during the day.
Payment is made by bank transfer or cash at the school. Card payments are not accepted.
Instalment payments are only possible with prior written approval from the school management, and are arranged in two payments according to an individual agreement.
No. The books for a level are not included and need to be purchased before the course starts.
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Certificates & ExamsAfter completing a full level, you take the final exam based on the CEFR framework. If you pass, we issue the Phonem language certificate as a digital PDF with a QR code for authenticity verification.
Teaching, final exam, and language certificate all follow the CEFR: digital, with authenticity verification, and included in the course price. The framework is internationally recognised.
That depends on where you're applying. Phonem doesn't organise telc, Goethe, or ÖSD exams. You book and pay for those separately, regardless of where you take your intensive course. After completing a full level at Phonem, you sit our CEFR-based final exam.
Yes, the final exam at the end of the level is included in the price for all registered participants.
The final exam and certificate are only available after completing the full level — meaning after B2.2, not already after B2.1.
The digital certificate as a PDF with QR code is valid for three years and can be saved or printed at any time.
No. We don't organise telc, DTZ, or citizenship tests. After completing a full level at Phonem, you sit our CEFR-based final exam. The Phonem language certificate follows the CEFR.
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Registration & VisaYou can register directly online on our website or in person at our office (Georgstraße 11, 30159 Hannover).
Yes. A free trial lesson (45 minutes) is available once, by prior arrangement at the office.
When you register online, your course spot is reserved for three days. If no payment is received within that time, the registration is automatically cancelled. Once payment is confirmed, you'll receive your registration confirmation by email.
Yes, depending on how far in advance you do so and subject to tiered processing fees. You'll find the exact deadlines and amounts in our terms and conditions.
Yes, under certain conditions. You need to book and pay for several consecutive course levels in advance to receive an invitation letter. The visa itself is applied for at the embassy or consulate.
As a rule, several consecutive courses are required, which must be booked and fully paid in advance. The exact requirement depends on the authority handling your application.
No. We don't work with the Jobcenter or BAMF and don't accept educational vouchers, Jobcenter funding, or similar public funding.
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Levels & Course SelectionComplete beginners with no German knowledge always start with A1.1, the first course of the A1 beginner level.
Yes, if you have the required prior knowledge. We recommend our free placement test to accurately assess your level.
Yes. We offer online German courses with live instruction. You'll find more information on the Online German Courses page.
Our online German courses are live classes with real teachers, covering the same levels from A1 to C1 as our in-person courses.
Yes. Our medical German course is aimed at doctors who have completed the B2 level and prepares them linguistically for the clinical environment and the specialist language exam (FSP). We don't organise the official FSP exam itself. More details on the German for Doctors page.
We teach in small groups. If there are fewer than six participants, the class is conducted as individual or private tuition.
Our school is in the heart of Hannover: Georgstraße 11, 30159 Hannover.