German Intermediate level

The study area IM (Intermediate) German is informed by the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).

Intermediate Level German is aimed at pupils of German as a Foreign Language aged 16+. The syllabus for German at this level assumes and builds on knowledge of the language at a level that is equivalent to that covered by the Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) syllabus or at a language level equivalent to CEFR Level A2/B1.

At the end of the programme, the student will be able to: 

• Understand the main information in a text in standard clear German being read out 
• Verbally express an opinion about a topic in a clear manner, discuss familiar themes and to react to questions posed by others 
• Read with understanding and analyse authentic texts drawn from a variety of sources such as magazines, newspapers and internet, which cover familiar topics 
• Write accurately and in a clear structured coherent manner on familiar topics, choosing adequate vocabulary for the purpose and demonstrate fairly good narrative and descriptive skills 
• React to a given opinion/fact by expressing one’s opinion on the matter and coming up with suggestions 
• Demonstrate knowledge of geographical and cultural aspects of Germany and of its modern history
• Express oneself orally and in writing in correct German as per grammar and spelling rules