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PASCH Youth Courses
 in Germany

Juku 2022 ©

As part of the initiative "Schools: Partners for the Future" (PASCH), the Goethe-Institut organises international youth courses for students from PASCH schools from all over the world. Each year, scholarship holders from over 100 nations, who excel at their schools and are motivated to learn German, come together to learn German in international settings.

About the youth courses

  • INTENSIVE GERMAN LESSONS

German lessons by qualified teachers according to the language level of the learners are the focus of the youth courses. All participants have the opportunity to take a Goethe-Institut examination during their language course in Germany.

  • GETTING TO KNOW GERMANY

In addition to the regular leisure programme with daily changing sports, cultural and leisure activities at the course location and in the surrounding area, the scholarship holders take part in excursions and outings, during which they also visit universities and research institutions, as well as German companies. In this way, they get to know Germany as a place to study.

  • NETWORKING AND INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGE

During the three-week youth courses, the scholarship holders have the unique experience of learning German in an international learning community. They network with German learners from all over the world and - thanks to the Young Ambassador Programme - with students from Germany who accompany the courses on site.

Overview

Each year around 900 PASCH students from all over the world are invited to join the PASCH Youth Courses in Germany. Over three weeks, participants can improve their German, work on intercultural projects, and experience everyday life in different parts of the country—at course locations ranging from St. Peter-Ording in the north to Benediktbeuernin the south.

Malaysian students have participated in the courses every year, with 16 participants in both 2022 and 2023, 8 participants in both 2024 and 2025. They attended courses in locations such as St. Peter-Ording, Goslar, Dresden and Pforzheim. The young learners then report their projects and experiences in a blog.

In 2026, from 5 July to 25 July, 7 Malaysian students also took part in the PASCH Youth Courses in Benediktbeuern.

Trip to Innsbruck, 18 July 2026 © Alif Fahmi bin Mohd Rizal

Traditional Attire for a Special Cultural Evening © Appshara A/P Venan

A group photo of Malaysian participants dressed in traditional attire, taken after the Cultural Night celebration. © Bee Broholm

A selfie of the Malaysian group moments before their dance performance. © Ilavendran A/L Marimuthu

During their trip to Flensburg, the group enjoyed exploring the city and listening to music played by buskers. © Khunthida Cham Nan




 

From our participants

The PASCH Youth Course is more than just a language program—it's a life-changing journey. Here’s what some of our Malaysian participants had to say about their unforgettable experience in Germany:

It was a great experience to learn German with so many students from different countries. I played games, did different activities and enjoyed it to the fullest. I hope I can experience it again in the future. Finally, I also improved my language skills. Thank you very much!
Jivessh Venan (2022)
I think my time there was an "epochal event" for my life. I really enjoyed the activities and scenery Dresden was very beautiful. However, the things I really enjoyed was meeting the students from across the world with the same passion for German as myself. As for my memorable experience, I would never forget our trip around Dresden. Me and my friends had a great time shopping, sightseeing and just bonding.
Khayra Hanani binti Khairulanuar (2023)
Wonderful experience and I am very grateful to meet new people and to learn about other countries - Above all I really improved my German fluency, and I love the country and I really would like to go back in the future.
Tan Kate-Lynn (2024)
I wasn’t really confident in my German before the course, but over time, I could see real improvement. Saint Peter-Ording opened my eyes to new experiences and taught me so much beyond the lessons. I made new friends, tried new things, all in an unfamiliar place that has only inspired me to return one day. Three weeks passed quickly, but it feels like I just arrived.
Khunthida Cham Nan (2025)
Jugendkurs 2026 was a wonderful and unforgettable experience for me because I got the opportunity to improve my German while meeting new people from different countries. I had a lot of fun taking part in the activities, visiting Munich and Innsbruck on the weekends and also spending time with my new friends. Overall, I really enjoyed the youth course and made many beautiful memories that I will cherish forever.
Anis Alyssa binti Hairol Azizi (2026)
The most memorable part of my three weeks in Germany was getting to experience everyday life there and making new friends from different countries. It is really exciting to experience staying in European country with a different climate. Even though it was summer there. it's not like ordinary temperature in Malaysia its much colder. I also really enjoyed the activities we did together. Our time there will always be filled with activities. And the best part of my life there was the day trip to München and Innsbruck. I could never forget that. especially to see infront of my eyes all the beautiful building and the vibes of the city.
Alif Fahmi bin Mohd Rizal (2026)

Join the fun!

You are a student at a PASCH school and you would like to participate in the PASCH youth courses next year? Would you like to meet young people from all over the world and learn German with them? Then talk to your teacher and apply now.

Contact

Schools: Partners for the Future/
Educational Cooperation (PASCH/BKD)
Tel. + 60 3 48186123
education-kl@goethe.de