Advanced German Classes in Huddersfield
Advanced German Classes in Huddersfield
Already have a good grounding in German? Our advanced German classes in Honley give you space to keep practising and developing the language you know.
Put your German knowledge to work
At some point in learning German, the challenge changes. You know how to make sentences, recognise plenty of vocabulary and follow familiar topics. What you want now is to respond more easily, understand the details and use the language without having to plan every word.
The Modern Language School in Honley, near Huddersfield, offers an Advanced German group taught by Nina Roberts, a native German speaker with many years of teaching experience. The idea is to build on the language you’ve already studied, rather than take you back through the basics.
Whether your interest comes from work, travel, family or simply enjoying German, regular classes can give that knowledge a useful place in your week.
Go beyond familiar German sentences
Longer conversations bring different demands, from understanding the details to finding a more exact way of saying something.
Speak about wider subjects
Work towards discussing experiences, opinions and ideas without relying solely on simple everyday phrases.
Become more flexible with structure
Build confidence using the language patterns you've studied when sentences get longer or more detailed.
Keep listening closely
Practise following German when the topic changes, the meaning is subtle or the speaker uses less familiar vocabulary.
German you can keep using
Language skills stay more useful when you have somewhere to exercise them. Reading a news story, catching up with someone in Germany or Austria, or trying to express a complicated thought can remind you how much there is still to learn.
Higher-level German is also rewarding because you begin to appreciate nuances that passed you by in the early stages. Nina’s teaching draws on both her native knowledge of German and her extensive experience supporting people at different levels.
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Advanced German at the Modern Language School
The school’s course listing includes German Advanced taught by Nina Roberts, plus a separate Intermediate group. This landing page is specifically for the advanced option.
Because course labels can mean different things at different schools, use the self-assessment questionnaire and speak to MLS if you aren’t sure where you fit. The German course page has the full timetable and practical course information.
Meet the German teachers
Here are the tutors who teach the advanced groups, along with the other teachers you’ll see on the German course page. Each profile explains what they teach.
Nina Roberts
Advanced German teacher
Nina is originally from Germany and came to the UK in 2006 as a Foreign Language Assistant. She subsequently gained Qualified Teacher Status and has taught learners across a wide range of abilities. The school lists her as the teacher for Advanced German. She enjoys working with what students already know and giving them opportunities to develop their German further.
Tina Roussou
Also teaches German at MLS
Tina holds a degree in English Language with German and a PGCE in modern foreign languages from the University of Huddersfield. She has experience in secondary education teaching several languages, including German. She enjoys sharing the culture surrounding a language as well as helping students use it in conversation.
Questions about advanced German classes
A few things worth knowing before choosing your next group.
Who teaches the Advanced German class?
Nina Roberts is named as the Advanced German teacher on the school’s published timetable. She is a native German speaker who joined MLS in 2013.
Can an advanced class help me speak more confidently?
Regular speaking and listening practice can provide valuable opportunities to build confidence. Your progress will depend on your starting point and continued practice.
Can I join if I learnt German at school or university?
Possibly, although it depends on how much you still remember and use. Discuss your ability with MLS rather than guessing from how long ago you studied.
What level of German do I need?
You should already have a strong foundation in German. The self-assessment form can help you review your experience, and the school can advise on which group suits you.
Are German lessons held near Huddersfield?
The Modern Language School is based in Honley, near Huddersfield. Refer to the German course page for available classes.
Explore another advanced language
Continuing with a second language? Here are two more courses at MLS for people who already know their basics.
Not quite ready for advanced German?
If you are returning to German after a long break, start with the full German course options to compare levels. You can also visit the beginners’ German page if you would rather revisit the basics.
Take your German further
Already comfortable with German? See the current Advanced course details and speak to the school about the best fit.