German Courses in Hamburg
Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany and well known for its many sights, such as the harbor and the Elbphilharmonie. Our institute is located in the Esplanadebau, a historic Art Deco office building in the city center. From here you are only a few steps from the Alster River and the Jungfernstieg promenade.
2009
Founding of
the institute
100
max. number
of students
6
classrooms on the EBC-Campus
650
international participants per year
2009
Founding of
the institute
100
max. number
of students
6
classrooms on the EBC-Campus
650
international participants per year
Learn German in Hamburg
General German Courses
Lessons per week: 20, 24, 28
Course duration: 1 - 52 weeks
Course levels: A1 - C2
Class size: max. 15
Minimum age: 17
University Pathway Germany
Lessons per week: 20, 24, 28
Course duration: 2 - 52 weeks
Course levels: A1 - C2
Class size: max. 15
Minimum age: 17
Exam Preparation Courses
Lessons per week: 20, 26, 30
Course duration: 4 weeks
Course levels: B1 - C2
Class size: max. 15
Minimum age: 17
German for Professionals
Lessons per week: at least 20
Course duration: at least 1 week
Course levels: A2 - C2
Class size: 1 - 15
Minimum age: 18
Special German Courses
Lessons per week: from 20
Course duration: 2 - 6 weeks
Course levels: A2 - C2
Class size: max. 15
Minimum age: 18
Online German Courses
Lessons per week: 20, 24, 28
Course duration: from 1 week
Course levels: A1 - C2
Class size: max. 15
Minimum age: 17
telc Examination Center in Hamburg
Hamburg Academy is an official examination center for the telc German examinations. You can currently take the following exams with us:
Accommodations
Host Family
Experience the local culture when you choose to live with a host family. You will share a bathroom with the host and can add meals, if desired.
Student Residence
Our student residence offers temporarily comfortable living. All rooms are fully furnished with private bath, kitchenette and free wifi.
Youth Hotel
Our Hamburg institute can be reached in less than 20 minutes by subway. All rooms have private baths. Full breakfast and free wifi are included.
Study & Work in Germany
Enhance your German skills while earning money! At did deutsch-institut you can combine your language course with a part-time job.
Culture and Leisure Program
Explore Hamburg with free city tours, museum visits, and excursions. Enjoy culture and leisure activities with other did participants.
Facilities
- Bright and spacious classrooms
- Free WiFi
- Wheelchair accessible
- Central location near the Jungfernstieg promenade
- Numerous cafes and restaurants nearby
Nationality Mix
| 1. Switzerland 12 % | 6. Russia 7 % |
| 2. Italy 8 % | 7. USA 6 % |
| 3. Turkey 8 % | 8. France 5 % |
| 4. China 7 % | 9. Poland 4 % |
| 5. Brazil 7 % | Other: 36 % |
Prices and Dates
General German Courses
| Course Prices | 1week | 2weeks | 4weeks | 1weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Course | 200 € | 400 € | 800 € | 200 € |
| Intensive Course | 250 € | 500 € | 1000 € | 250 € |
| Premium Course | 300 € | 600 € | 1200 € | 300 € |
Additional Costs:
- Registration Fee: 50 €
- High season supplement (30.06. - 15.08.2025): 35 € per week (applies to less than 9 week bookings only)
- Teaching materials: ca. 25 € per month
- Culture and Leisure Program: approx. 15 € - 25 € per week for transportation costs and entry fees
- Liability, accident and health insurance: 12 € per week (not obligatory)
Starting Dates
| Participants with prior German language experience may begin their courses on Mondays. |
| Start Dates for Beginners 2025: |
| 06.01., 03.02., 03.03., 07.04., 05.05., 02.06., 07.07., 04.08., 01.09., 06.10., 03.11., 01.12. |
| Start Dates for Beginners 2026: |
| 05.01., 02.02., 02.03., 07.04., 04.05., 01.06., 06.07., 03.08., 07.09., 05.10., 02.11., 30.11. |
Additional Courses and Programs
telc Preparation Courses and Exams
| Course (4 weeks/20 lessons) | 400 € |
| Combination Course Standard | 1200 € |
| Combination Course Intensiv | 1400 € |
| Teaching Materials | 25 € |
| telc Exam B1 or B2 * | 190 € |
| telc Exam C1, C1 Hochschule or C2 * | 225 € |
| * Discount for course participants | -25 € |
| Course and Exam Dates | telc |
TestDaF Preparation Courses and Exams
| Course (4 weeks/40 lessons) | 500 € |
| TestDaF Exam fees | 215 € |
| Course and Exam Dates | TestDaF |
- Course price in combination with at least 2-week Standard, Intensive or Premium course: 400 €
- Course price if booking and paying individually at the Institute (also without booking an additional group course): 400 €
- Course booking does not include exam registration and does not guarantee an exam spot
Goethe Certificate B2 / C1 Preparation Courses and Exams
| Course (3 weeks/18 lessons) | 400 € |
| Combination Course Standard | 1000 € |
| Combination Course Intensiv | 1150 € |
| Teaching Materials | 25 € |
| Course and Exam Dates | Goethe |
University Placement
Only in combination with the booking of a Standard, Intensive or Premium course of at least 8 weeks:
| 8 - 15 weeks | 900 € |
| 16 - 23 weeks | 800 € |
| more than 23 weeks | 700 € |
Individual Tuition
| 1 lesson x 45 minutes | 65 € |
| 10 lessons x 45 minutes | 650 € |
| 20 lessons x 45 minutes | 1300 € |
German for Professionals
| Business German 20 lessons | 1300 € |
| Business German +5 lessons | + 325 € |
| Business German Plus 90 lessons (9 days) | 4950 € |
| Business German Plus 108 lessons (9 days) | 5940 € |
| Teacher Training* (2 weeks) | 750 € |
| * High season supplement (30.06. - 15.08.2025) | 70 € |
Internship Program
Only in combination with the booking of a Standard, Intensive or Premium course of at least 6 weeks: 750 €
Accommodation Options
Prices per week per person (from Sunday through Saturday)
| Family Accommodations | 1week | 2weeks | 3weeks | 4weeks | 1weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single room with breakfast | 275 € | 550 € | 825 € | 1100 € | 275 € |
| Single room with half board | 335 € | 670 € | 1005 € | 1340 € | 335 € |
| Double room with breakfast | 235 € | 470 € | 705 € | 940 € | 235 € |
| Double room with half board | 285 € | 570 € | 855 € | 1140 € | 285 € |
| Single room (no meals) | 215 € | 430 € | 645 € | 860 € | 215 € |
- Double room Come2gether: Only for two participants traveling together
- High season supplement (28.06. - 15.08.2026): 35 € per week
- Winter break supplement (20.12. - 02.01.2027): 100 € (one time)
- Additional night surcharge: 40 € - 60 €
- One-way transfer to/from airport (HAM) 150 € or main train station: 125 €
| Student Residence | 1week | 2weeks | 3weeks | 4weeks | 7weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Room | 500 € | 700 € | 1050 € | 1400 € | 2275 € |
- Service fee (once only) 150 €
- Security Deposit(refundable): 300 €
- High Season Suppelement (28.06. - 15.08.2026): 35 € per week
- Additional nights upon request only
- One-way transfer to/from airport (HAM) 150 € or main train station: 125 €
| Youth Hotel | 1week | 2weeks | 3weeks | 4weeks | 26weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single room with breakfast | 350 € | 700 € | 1050 € | 1400 € | 9100 € |
| Double room with breakfast | 255 € | 510 € | 765 € | 1020 € | 6630 € |
- Double room Come2gether: Only for two participants traveling together
- Additional night single room: 60 €
- Additional night double room: 50 € (per person)
- One-way transfer to/from airport (HAM) 150 € or main train station: 125 €
Enroll in a German course now!
Placement test when course begins
Choice of courses
Certificate upon completion
Choice of accommodation
Activities during the week
Weekend excursions
Free wifi
Student ID Card
Accreditation
