German Language

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60+ Years of
Excellence in Hong Kong

As the official cultural institution of Germany, Goethe-Institut strives to establishing the German language and qualifies teachers around the world. Every year, more than half a million people worldwide take a German exam at the Goethe-Institut. Our language course system comprises of modular German courses for adults at all levels, courses for children and young people.

Learn German at the Goethe-Institut

  • German Courses

    Learn German with the professionals. Whether in Hongkong, in Germany or through online – we, with our qualified teachers, are your reliable partner to learn German successfully.

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  • German Exams

    Show what you can do! Our globally recognized German Exams from A1 to C2 levels provide you with official proof of your German language proficiency.

    The course participants have passed the exam. They are happy and proudly show their Goethe certificates, smiling at the camera.

For German Learners

  • Practise German for free

    At the Goethe-Institut, you learn German from the pros. We have developed a range of free media to help you practise your German – from apps with learning material to videos, podcasts and games, as well as social media and community programmes. However well you speak German and whatever your reasons for improving it, the main thing is that you start practising – and enjoy it!

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  • Study in Germany

    This website is jointly established by the German Consulate General , the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), and the Goethe-Institut under the framework of the “Study in Germany” Campaign.

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For Teachers and Education Institutions

  • Teaching German

    We provide practically oriented training for German language teachers using approaches and formats that have been tried and tested all over the world. We offer both in-person and online training programmes. 

    Rina and another course participant during a German lesson at the Goethe-Institut. They are doing language exercises with the teacher and enjoying themselves.

  • PASCH Initiative

    The “Schools: Partners for the Future” (PASCH) initiative creates a global network of more than 2,000 PASCH schools with particular ties to Germany. 

    Pupils of PASCH schools smile for the camera. They hold up different German words written on coloured paper. ©PASCH-net/Anne Essel ©PASCH-net/Anne Essel

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