Academic Skills is an optional add-on to your General German course, designed for students who are planning further study. It is taught at intermediate level and above (B1+ to C1) and builds both your German and your academic and exam techniques across all four skills: listening, reading, writing, and speaking. You'll learn the language and skills you need to handle real academic situations in German, helping you reach your study goals based on your personal situation. The course does not focus only on exams, but it develops the core skills and language you need to do well in German language tests such as TestDaF or DSH.

The course is organised around practical weekly themes. Each week is modular, and Friday lessons give you the chance to show what you've learned across the week. As well as communication skills, you'll develop study strategies that will help you keep improving your German after your time with English Path.

Example lessons: Presenting data / Spotting bias & fact vs. opinion / Building strong paragraphs / Pitching a new concept / Discussing future trends / Comparing perspectives

What Academic Skills unlocks

Students will gain the practical tools, adaptability and confidence needed to master real-world academic tasks, critically evaluate complex information, and collaborate effectively.

Through iterative feedback and self-reflective study strategies, learners develop future-ready critical thinking, communication, and self-directed learning skills that drive continuous personal, academic and professional growth.

Who is this course for?

Academic Skills is a good fit if:

• You're already studying General German with English Path and want to add a focused academic strand
• You want skills that are useful for German language tests such as TestDaF or DSH, without choosing an exam-only course
• You're aged 16 or above, with German at B1+ (intermediate) level or higher
• You want practical skills that you can use in many situations, such as presenting data, spotting bias, or building strong arguments, both in academic study and in professional or formal settings

What format do the courses take?

• 5 hours of lessons per week, Monday to Friday, 12:30–13:30
• Flexible course length, from 1 to 44 weeks, so you can add it to a short or long stay
• An add-on to your General English course, not a standalone programme
• Weekly modular themes, each building towards a Friday showcase lesson
• Regular tutorials with your teacher, plus personal progress reports on request
• Welfare support as needed, and free one-to-one study clinics with an Academic Manager (weekly slots available to book)