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Why consider German classes in Australia?

Given Australia’s long standing connection with Europe, accompanied by a growing interest in globalisation continuing to run it's course, it is a great place for students of any level to begin their language learning journey. German is actually up there as one of the most spoken in Europe, of course alongside French and Spanish - its influence in business, science and more than any other sector, in engineering, makes speaking and understanding German a skill that is well sought after in an ever more globalised economy. Support for learning German in Australia goes beyond private teaching and online courses, but even extends to traditional education, schools like Glenunga International High School in Adelaide, Camberwell High School in Melbourne, and Indooroopilly State High School in Brisbane provide German courses as a part of their local curriculums. For more advanced university-level students, Australia is home to top universities such as The University of Melbourne, Monash University, and The University of Queensland, offering recognised German studies courses with on the ball teachers as part of their Arts and Humanities pathways, where you're sure to learn a lot!

Australia is a big place, boasting many native German speakers as residents, in Sydney alone, there are more than 400 native German speakers. Due to this, the country is also home to a bunch of different cultural activities and organisations, sharing the common goal of supporting students who want to learn. Events like the German Film Festival are great for those a little more advanced, held yearly in major cities, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, whilst the famous Oktoberfest (typically organised by German Clubs in Queensland, South Australia and New South Wales) is an event suitable for all levels, even just as an occasion to meet native speakers! These kinds of initiatives are amazing opportunities to truly immerse yourself in the German language, whilst appreciating the culture that comes with it. It doesn’t matter if you're a beginner, aiming to reach a level of fluency, or already well on your way, one to one private German tuition in Australia will provide the ideal environment to learn the language.

What is the best way to get better at German in Australia?

Becoming better at German can be achieved in a multitude of ways, what we recommend is a mixture of both structured, private or group tuition based learning and real-life language immersion. Typical topics that need to be addressed while learning a language are: grammar, pronunciation, reading, listening and ultimately conversational fluency. Face-to-face private tuition with an independent teacher or group-based German classes are both sure fire ways to build your base whilst working towards fluency in an engaging and judgment free setting. Australian students of all levels find success in both one-to-one in person tuition and online learning formats. You can supplement this kind of learning with apps and/or resources like Duolingo (beginners), Babbel, or LingQ, and of course, withdraw German-language resources (relevant to your level) from your local public library, ones like the State Library of NSW or the National Library of Australia. Community based initiatives like the Goethe-Institut in both Sydney and Melbourne, regularly offer courses, conversation get togethers and cultural events where students and teachers alike can chat with native German speakers and fellow learners.

All the same if you are coming into this at a beginner, intermediate or advanced level, it's well observed that one of the most effective ways to keep yourself motivated and on task, is to couple the aforementioned formal lessons and cultural immersion with up to date, peer reviewed materials such as textbooks, worksheets and mock exams if you intend on sitting certain assessments. These kinds of resources reinforce you're learning, they ingrain grammar rules, vocabulary in a systematic and measurable way! Sydney is one city that boasts a great selection of shops and dedicated bookstores for keen learners to find German learning resources like the ones we mentioned above.

Can German teachers in Australia help with specific assignments or assessments?

Totally! Without a doubt. German language tutors are typically self employed individuals, working at their own behest, they are therefore able to tailor lessons and courses to facilitate a whole host of different and personal requirements. Be that whether you're prepping for VCE German in Victoria, HSC in New South Wales, or IB language exams, teachers can customise their teaching to work on your specific struggle areas and improve overall performance. More advanced German tutors will be able to prepare students for international language certifications such as the Goethe-Zertifikat, TestDaF, or even TELC. These kind of certifications are helpful for those hoping to move and eventually work or study in German-speaking destinations like Germany or Switzerland.

Those studying German as a language for work or travel purposes will find benefit in taking tailored classes with a private teacher, as this gives them space to work on vocabulary relevant to specific things or industries such as hospitality, finance or the infamous german engineering.

Will learning German help my career in Australia?

Yes. German is one of the most spoken native languages in the EU and holds a major place in international business, scientific research, engineering, automotive and education. Learning German can hugely boost your career, not only in Australia, but also for those looking to relocate and work overseas. So if you are trying to jump up a spot on the career ladder, add a new tab on your CV or connect with international customers, being competent in the German language through classes with a private teacher gives you the edge you need to be successful in a now totally globalised economy.

How much do German classes in Australia cost?

Private German lessons in Australia average at $32/h, although prices can vary depending on your tutor’s experience and the lesson type. Some key factors that influence the cost of German lessons in Australia include:

• The tutor’s qualifications and level in the chosen language.
• The format of lessons - whether in person, online or group-based (online often being more affordable).
• Multi-lesson packages, which often reduce the hourly rate for regular students.
• Group classes offer a cost-effective alternative and provide social learning benefits.

Finding a German tutor in Australia through Superprof is simple. Here's how:

• Go to the Superprof Australia website.
• Type “German” in the subject search.
• Add your city or postal code to find teachers nearby, unless you prefer to learn online via Zoom.
• Review tutor profiles including their experience, hourly rate, student feedback and teaching approach.
• Send a message to the tutor and communicate your current level, beginner, intermeidate or advanced, from there you arrange a free trial session to see if they’re a good match.