German as a foreign language (DaF)
"Moin Moin" and welcome to the HAW Kiel, University of Applied Sciences! If you want to learn German or improve on your German skills, we’re here to help!
Click here for an overview of the A1 and A2 German modules offered. Information regarding B1/B2/C1 German modules can be found here.
Information regarding Summer Semester 2026:
- German modules usually begin in calendar week 12, or the week beginning 16th March. These class-taught modules take place on campus.
- Language levels are usually offered in two parts (A1.1, A1.2 ) …
- Not all levels are offered every semester.
- There is a minumum registration requirement in order for a course to take place.
- There is often a waiting list for A1/A2 levels.
Registration:
- For A1 modules: online via the Module Registration Tool from 02.03 - 10.03.2026
- For A2/B1 modules: via e-mail to gabriele.braun@haw-kiel.de
- For B1/C1 modules: via e-mail to victoria.rebensburg@haw-kiel.de
- Exchange students (Erasmus…): for all levels in agreement with the contact person responsible in the German Department.
Requirements for module participation/examination:
For all courses from A1.2 onwards you must provide proof of the required knowledge – either through:
- A certificate confirming the successful completion of a German course with us at HAW Kiel/ZSIK. This must be presented on the first day of class.
- By taking a placement test with us
You attend classes regularly from the very first day – attendance is mandatory (at least 80%).
You have the course materials (course book/workbook) from the beginning of the course.
For A1/A2/B1 courses please contact: gabriele.braun@haw-kiel.de
For B2/C1 courses please contact: victoria.rebensburg@haw-kiel.de
Should you have any further questions regarding German as a Foreign Language, please contact us!
The team:
Victoria Rebensburg • victoria.rebensburg@haw-kiel.de
Gabriele Braun • gabriele.braun@haw-kiel.de
Consultation by appointment only