LANGUAGE COURSES AND
EXAMINATIONS
JANUARY-DECEMBER 2023
GOETHE
Goethe-Institut Nigeria
Learning German at Goethe-Institut Nigeria was a fortunate experience for me, enriching
practical and rewarding. It was all about knowledge acquisition and self-discovery. The
environment and facilities encouraged learning and meaningful interactions with other
learners. I am mostly grateful for my experience at Goethe-institut Lagos because of the
confidence I had when I arrived Bonn. I was able to fit into B2 class in Kreuzberg Bonn. All
in all, my experience in Goethe-Institut Lagos was not only foundational but also
irreplaceable.
-Sylvester Emeruwa. SMMM A1-B1
Regensburg, Bayern
I started the online A1 German Course without prior knowledge of the language and I was
very lucky to have a good tutor who took time to teach and explain the German language
to ease my understanding. Merely few weeks after, I can already understand many words
and speak sentences in German with my course mates and whenever my husband calls. I
cannot wait to join him in Germany.
-Mrs. Imafidon Cecilia Nnachor. A1
Nittel, Rheinland-Pfalz
I basically learnt the German language through the Online Course and it was very
efficient. The singular opportunity I got in learning at Goethe-Institut has earned me lots
of merits both intellectually and otherwise. I will gladly say that I am in Germany because
of my contact with Goethe-Institut Nigeria. During the periods I spent with the Goethe-
Institut Nigeria, the teachers helped me to improve my verbal and spatial abilities. I also
got the opportunity to meet people in various spheres of life; both within Nigeria and
beyond. I was entirely exposed to a new way of life and culture; it felt like I was already in
Germany. By frequently visiting the resourceful library at the Goethe-Institut in Lagos, I
developed the ability to read worldwide. I equally was able to gain admissions to various
universities in Germany and her neighboring countries.
-Ihediuba A. Benedict. A1-B2
Frankfurt am Main
I enjoyed my time at the Goethe-Institut in Lagos, Nigeria with my teachers. There was so
much fun and our teachers were really understanding and helpful to our needs. Learning
the German Language has been of immense benefits to me as I have passed my Goethe-
Zertificat A1 Start Deutsch and I am on my way to Germany to join my husband and
children. Thanks so much Goethe-Institut, Lagos, Nigeria.
-Leona Ogu. A1
I, Shalom Alabi am really grateful to the Goethe-Institut for helping me get over my fear of
German Language. The tutors were awesome!!! The management was top notch!!! And my
course mates? The very best! I am grateful for my experience at the Goethe-Institut
Nigeria. I would class it as my immense luck to have also been the “Face of Goethe” as my
course mates would call me. Goethe-Institut Nigeria is a place to find amalgamation of
learning. Work hard to get it and be prepared for anything. Maintain your attendance!
-Shalom Inioluwa Alabi. A1-B2
London
It was a good experience for me to learn German at Goethe-Institut Nigeria. Learning
German has had a positive impact on my career and I am pleased.
-Sekinat Temitope Olokunde. A1
Lagos
WHY LEARN GERMAN IN NIGERIA?
To improve career chances worldwide
Germany is the largest economic power of the European Union and is ranked fourth
worldwide. Import and export trade connects Nigeria and Germany. Electronic
appliances, machines and motor vehicles are imported from Germany. There is a large
number of German companies in Nigeria. Apart from that, many Nigerian firms work
together with the German Chamber of Foreign Trade as well as the Nigerian-German
Centre, Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment - Skills Acquisition Centre.
To communicate with over 229 million people
German is the official language of seven countries in the European Union: Germany,
Austria, parts of Switzerland and Italy, Liechtenstein, Belgium and Luxemburg.
German is the second most frequently spoken Foreign Language in the European
Union and is also among the ten most widely spoken languages in the world. German is
an important foreign language in many countries. More than 14 million people
worldwide are currently learning German.
WHY LEARN GERMAN AT GOETHE-INSTITUT.
Worldwide recognition: Only at the Goethe-Institut can you take internationally
recognised courses and exams at every level of the Common European Reference
Framework for Languages (CERF).
Expertise and quality control: Our tutors are highly qualified in teaching methods and
language, and participate in professional development trainings and seminars on a
regular basis, which are subject to quality management processes and external audits
that ensure the high standards of our exams and courses.
International exam preparation: Our courses provide optimal preparation for the
Goethe-Institut examinations.
Learning consultation: The central placement test makes it possible to determine the
right course level for you alongside our individual learning consultations that
guarantee satisfaction and success.
Continuation in Germany: You can continue learning at a Goethe-Institut in Germany
without delay.
Infrastructure: Our additional services and facilities (library, cultural events) make
learning German even more fun!
Tailor-made: Our varied formats are tailored to suit your language needs and
schedules.
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super intensive
Join our
AUGUST
SUMMER
COURSE Levels: A1 and A2
Duration: 4 weeks
Registration begins
12.06.2023
Language Course Office:
Tel: +234 1 454 9515
Email:
• language-lagos@goethe.de
• onlinecourses-lagos@goethe.de
• exams-lagos@goethe.de
Website: www.goethe.de/nigeria
Consultation Hours:
Kindly book an appointment: language-lagos@goethe.de
Collection of Certificates:
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11:00am - 12:00noon
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CONDITIONS OF ENROLLMENT FOR LANGUAGE COURSES AND EXAMS
The full course payment is due at the time of enrollment through the means below:
Direct cash deposit into Citibank
Bank transfer (with description!)
Description/Remark must include:
Participant number beginning with 006
Full names of participant
Reason for payment: course type/exam
Unacceptable Modes Of Payment:
Point of Sales (POS)
USSD-Transfer
Registration requirements:
Payment (see above)
Valid international passport
One passport photograph with white background.
All required documents are to be sent in after successful registration to:
language-lagos@goethe.de
Owing to the monthly exchange rate changes, contact us for fee and transfer modality in Euros
Classes can be cancelled or classes of the Progress to the next class is subject to the
same level merged in the course of the passing of a continuous assessment.
term. If a class is cancelled and no other Certificates of attendance will be issued
class is available at the same level, the at the end of the course only if the
course fee of the concerned participant attendance has been at least 70%.
will be refunded.
The pass mark for our international
Participants must have attained the age exams is 60%.
of 16. Exceptions require the consent of
the Head of Language Department.
Security checks at the entrance of the
institute are mandatory for all
Enrollment is not transferable. A change
participants and visitors.
of class requires the consent of the Head
of Language Department.
The declaration of consent form for the
transmission of personal data to our
Participants must have the necessary
headquarters in Munich, Germany as well
books for each course before the course
as the German foreign office are part of
begins. Course books for physical courses
the terms and conditions of enrollment
are inclusive of course fees. Online course
and courses for exams.
fee is not inclusive of paper-based course
books. Access to the learning platform of Language Department.
the Goethe-Institut and digital learning
materials are however available upon
beginning the course.
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LANGUAGE COURSES
Learn German with the professionals at of German, you will automatically start in
Goethe-Institut Nigeria. course level A1.
Our language courses are for participants For higher levels, a placement test is
from 16 years and above. required to determine your German
language proficiency.
We offer physical, blended and online
courses. If you have no prior knowledge The placement test is FREE.
PHYSICAL
Course duration: 8 weeks
Intensive
A1
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4 sessions per week (4 TU per day)
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
Course duration: 13 weeks
Extensive
A1
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 3 sessions per week (4 TU per day)
120 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
Course duration: 8 weeks
Intensive
A2
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4 times per week (4 TU per day)
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
Course duration: 11 weeks
Intensive
B1
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4 times per week (4 TU per day)
180 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N110,000
Course duration: 11 weeks
Intensive
B2
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4 times per week (4 TU per day)
180 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N110,000
BLENDED LEARNING
Course duration: 10 weeks
Start: January, April, September
A2 A1
Frequency: 4-8 hours per week
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
Course duration: 10 weeks
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4-8 hours per week
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
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Course duration: 12 weeks
Start: January, April, September
B1 Frequency: 6-8hours per week
180 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N110,000
Course duration: 12 weeks
B2
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 6-8hours per week
180 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N110,000
ONLINE GROUP COURSE
Course duration: 14 weeks
A1
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4-6 hours per week
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
Course duration: 14 weeks
A2
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 4-6 hours per week
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
Course duration: 14 weeks
B1
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 6-8 hours per week
180 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N110,000
Course duration: 14 weeks
B2
Start: January, April, September
Frequency: 6-8 hours per week
180 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N110,000
Course duration: 10 weeks
Start: Contact us: language-lagos@goethe.de
C1
Frequency: 8-10 hours per week
150 TU in total (TU = 45 minutes of teaching units)
Course Fee: N100,000
*Course fees are subject to change. Please check website for updates.
*Blended learning courses are currently held as live zoom meetings
and online exercises on the Goethe learning platform.
*We do not guarantee classes for all levels at all times. Exam fee is
paid separately from the course fee.
Registration is done online
COURSES START / COURSES END
B1 (Intensive) 24. 03. 2023
B2 (Intensive) 24. 03. 2023
COURSES START / COURSES END
COURSES START / COURSES END
COURSES START / COURSES END
B1 (Intensive) 17. 04. 2023 / 30. 06. 2023
B2 (intensive) 17. 04. 2023 / 30. 06. 2023
COURSES START / COURSES END
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COURSES START / COURSES END
SUMMER COURSE
Registration Date 12. 06. 2023 - 16. 07. 2023
LEVELS COURSES START / COURSES END
A1/A2 01. 08. 2023 / 31. 08. 2023
THIRD TRIMESTER: September - December
Registration Date: 01. 09. 2023 - 07. 09. 2023
1. PHYSICAL COURSE Individual Learning Courses
LEVELS COURSES START / COURSES END Company Courses
A1 (Intensive) 11. 09. 2023 / 03. 11. 2023 Contact us:
A1 (Extensive) 11. 09. 2023 / 08. 12. 2023 language-lagos@goethe.de
A2 (Intensive) 11. 09. 2023 / 03. 11. 2023
B1 (Intensive) 11. 09. 2023 / 24. 11. 2023
B2 (intensive) 11. 09. 2023 / 24. 11. 2023
2. GERMAN ONLINE GROUP COURSE
LEVELS COURSES START / COURSES END
A1 11. 09. 2023 / 08. 12. 2023
A2 11. 09. 2023 / 08. 12. 2023
B1 11. 09. 2023 / 08. 12. 2023
B2 11. 09. 2023 / 08. 12. 2023
3. BLENDED LEARNING COURSE
LEVELS COURSES START / COURSES END
A1 11. 09. 2023 / 17. 11. 2023
A2 11. 09. 2023 / 17. 11. 2023
B1 11. 09. 2023 / 01. 12. 2023
B2 11. 09. 2023 / 01. 12. 2023
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GOETHE-ZERTIFIKAT EXAMINATIONS
Our internationally accepted exams are:
GOETHE-ZERTIFIKAT A1
Fit in Deutsch 1 - is a German exam for children and young people between 10 and
16 years of age.
Internal candidate: 40,000 Naira
External candidate: 40,000 Naira
Start Deutsch 1 - primarily for family reunion visa applicants.
Internal candidate: 35,000 Naira
External candidate: 55,000 Naira
GOETHE-ZERTIFIKAT A2
Fit in Deutsch 2 - is a German exam for children and young people between 12 and
16 years of age.
Internal candidate: 40,000 Naira
External candidate: 40,000 Naira
Goethe-Zertifikat A2 – is acceptable for admission to some universities in
Germany.
Internal candidate: 34,000 Naira
External candidate: 54,000 Naira
Goethe-Zertifikat B1 – for persons intending to study in Germany.
Internal candidate: 44,000 Naira
External candidate: 64,000 Naira
Goethe-Zertifikat B2 – for student visa application as required by some
universities.
Internal candidate: 46,000 Naira
External candidate: 68,000 Naira
Goethe-Zertifikat C1 – for intermediate / advanced learners / family reunion visa
application as well as doctors.
Internal candidate: 55,000 Naira
External candidate: 67,000 Naira
Goethe-Zertifikat C2 – Offered upon request.
Contact us: language-lagos@goethe.de
Specially scheduled examinations can be organised upon request.
Booking is done on the website on a first-come, first-served basis.
Examination participants who have not participated in a course within 6 months -
prior to the examination day - are considered as external candidates.
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GOETHE-ZERTIFIKAT EXAMINATIONS
January
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 16. 01. 2023 24. 01. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 16. 01. 2023 25. 01. 2023
February
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Fit In Deutsch 1 20. 01. 2023 03. 02. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 06. 02. 2023 14. 02. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 06. 02. 2023 15. 02. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B1 07. 02. 2023 16. 02. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B2 08. 02. 2023 17. 02. 2023
March
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 27. 02. 2023 14. 03. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 27. 02. 2023 15. 03. 2023
April
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 20. 03. 2023 03. 04. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat A2 21. 03. 2023 04. 04. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B1 22. 03. 2023 05. 04. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B2 23. 03. 2023 06. 04. 2023
May
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 08. 05. 2023 16. 05. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 08. 05. 2023 17. 05. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 12. 05. 2023 26. 05. 2023
Alliance Française, Enugu.
June
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Fit In Deutsch 25. 05. 2023 13. 06. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 05. 06. 2023 20. 06. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 05. 06. 2023 21. 06. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 12. 06. 2023 23. 06. 2023
Institut Français, Abuja.
C1 26. 05. 2023 15. 06. 2023
The Institut will be on break all through August and will not conduct examinations.
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GOETHE-ZERTIFIKAT EXAMINATIONS
July
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 22. 06. 2023 03. 07. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 22. 06. 2023 04. 07. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat A2 23. 06. 2023 05. 07. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B1 26. 06. 2023 06. 07. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B2 27. 06. 2023 07. 07. 2023
September
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 14. 09. 2023 25. 09. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 14. 09. 2023 26. 09. 2023
October
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Fit In Deutsch 1 & 2 17. 10. 2023 26. 10. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 09. 10. 2023 17. 10. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 09. 10. 2023 18. 10. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 25. 09. 2023 06. 10. 2023
Alliance Française, Enugu.
Goethe-Zertifikat A2 10. 10. 2023 19. 10. 2023
November
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 30. 11. 2023 07. 11. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 30. 11. 2023 08. 11. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 23. 10. 2023 10. 11. 2023
Institut Français, Abuja.
December
EXAMINATION REGISTRATION DATE EXAMINATION DATE
Start Deutsch 1 13. 11. 2023 01. 12. 2023
Start Deutsch 1 13. 11. 2023 04. 12. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat A2 14. 11. 2023 05. 12. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B1 15. 11. 2023 06. 12. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat B2 16. 11. 2023 07. 12. 2023
Goethe-Zertifikat C1 14. 11. 2023 05. 12. 2023
Registration for exams begins on the website at 9:00 am.
Exams fees and dates are subject to change.
Check our website for up to date information.
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LIBRARY AND INFORMATION
The Library at the Goethe-Institut Nigeria is being
remodelled and has opened its doors to the public
again. In the next months, we will also have a special
focus on children programmes.
Next to offering a wide selection of German novels
(some in English translation), books on German
history, geography and culture, as well as course
material for learning German (all levels, A1 – C2), we
also have a whole section that specifically focuses on
African literature, philosophy and arts & culture. In
addition, we stock an array of DVDs – mostly German
movies, but also Music CDs – and have monthly
updated magazines that give insight into politics and
lifestyles in Germany.
Moreover, the virtual library of the Goethe-Institut
allows our members to borrow digital documents,
such as eBooks, eAudio books and electronic
newspapers, for a predetermined period of time, by
downloading them from the eLibrary (Onleihe).
The Library also organizes events, such as
workshops, conferences, and panel discussions, on a
variety of topics in the fields of literature and current
affairs with the aim to educate, network and
exchange knowledge and experience.
Library membership varies: German language
students at the Goethe-Institut have FREE
membership, whereas non-students (everyone else)
pay a yearly fee of NGN 2,000.
PROGRAMS AND CULTURAL EVENTS
Exhibition view of Wolfgang Tillmans “Fragile” at Art Twenty One Gallery, June 2022
In 2023, the programs department of the Goethe-Institut Nigeria continues its yearly projects Support and
Connect Initiative and the Berlin-Lagos Residency program with their 8th and 4th consecutive year running.
We make Books, The Art/Space Negotiations: Lagos, and New Visions, Reel Stories will have their second-
year features while new projects like Election Talks (in retrospect of the coming elections in Nigeria) and
Dreaming New Worlds (a series of discursive platforms on future innovations) gets their debut features. And,
yeah! It is the year of the biennial and Goethe-Institut Nigeria will collaborate with other stakeholders. And, in
partnership with other EUNIC members, we will be supporting regional projects from the international scene.
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My experience with Goethe-Institut Nigeria was wonderful right from the very first day
to the last day of my class with my tutor. I learnt a lot about the German culture, attended
a lot of cultural shows and of course made a lot of good friends. Learning the German
Language in Goethe-Institut Nigeria was not just about learning but experiencing the
German culture in Nigeria. This is an experience everyone should look forward to!
Fareedat A. Muhammad Qieyaz. A1-B2
Austria
I completed my A1 Blended Learning Course and wrote my A1 Start Deutsch examination
at Goethe-Institut Nigeria. German Language is a very interesting language which I
enjoyed so much while learning at the Goethe-Institut in Lagos. The teaching was always
interactive and interesting. During the course duration, there were team activities, paired
activities, there were also pictures and videos to make the course understandable and
explanatory. Ich liebe die deutsche Sprache.
-Alade Olaide Mabel. A1
Abuja
Learning German language at Goethe-Institut Nigeria was a worthwhile journey for me.
My tutor was amazing and was able to make the learning process easy by breaking down
information into digestible chunks which enabled me master a chapter before moving on.
Eventually, the chunks created the whole. Thanks you Goethe-Institut Nigeria for the
impact.
-Pauline Nwaigwe. A1
It has been a wonderful experience thus far. Our online tutors have an in-depth
understanding of the language and try as much as possible to simplify the learning
process. Also, the learning experience has been so much fun. We usually have
assignments and interactions. In my opinion, this has helped me strengthen my diction
and vocab of the language. I hope to continue my learning experience at the Goethe-
Institut Nigeria until I attain my desired level, B2.
-Olumuyiwa Rotimi. A1-A2
IT Professional, Lagos
I took the German course and was very impressed and satisfied. My tutor kept the class
engaged, they knew the materials that would be helpful and importantly, they knew how
to convey the concepts for beginners of the German Language. I will highly recommend
Goethe-Institut Nigeria to anyone wishing to learn the German language.
-Jatau Bridget Ukamaka. A1
Lagos
Studying in Goethe-Institut Nigeria has been a very interesting journey so far. I have
learnt a lot and I really want to thank my tutors. The classes were interactive and
interesting. I got the opportunity to meet new friends. It has been an exciting journey
and I can´t wait to gain more from Goethe-Institut.
-Stephen Chidera Favour. A1
Lagos
Learning at the Goethe-Institut Nigeria has been a thrilling and interesting journey. The
amazing tutors I had, made the learning easier. Learning a new language used to look
impossible but after a while at Goethe-Institut Nigeria, I can express myself relatively
well in German.
-Adeboye Olaitan. A1
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