Your German Journey Starts Here: What You Learn in A1.1 and A1.2 – and Why It’s Worth It

Sarah
Aug 14
3 min read

Updated: Aug 16

Your German Journey Starts Here: What You Learn in A1.1 and A1.2 – and Why It’s Worth It

If you’re looking for the best way to learn German in Dublin, your journey starts here. GermanMind offers beginner-friendly courses designed to help you communicate confidently from day one – whether you choose our A1.1 Intensive German course or our A1.1 + A1.2 Combo for faster progress.

In this guide, we’ll cover exactly what you learn at A1.1 and A1.2, why these levels are essential for every beginner, and what makes German such a valuable skill.

❤️Learn German in Dublin – A1 Beginner & Combo Courses❤️

A1.1 – Beginner German Course in Dublin

Our A1.1 German course is perfect for complete beginners. No previous German knowledge is required – we start from the basics and build your skills step-by-step in small, interactive classes.

In A1.1, you will learn:

Introducing yourself and meeting others – name, origin, profession, hobbies.

Numbers, time, days, months – to make plans and manage everyday situations.

Everyday communication – order in a café, ask for directions, shop at a supermarket.

Basic German grammar – personal pronouns, present tense of essential verbs, articles (der/die/das), plural forms.

Goal after A1.1: You’ll be able to take part in simple conversations, introduce yourself, and handle daily situations in German.

A1.1 + A1.2 Combo – Two Levels in One

If you want to learn German quickly, our A1.1 + A1.2 Combo is your fast-track option. You complete two beginner German levels in one course – with a 10% saving.

In A1.2, you will:

Talk about past events – first steps with the perfect tense (e.g. “Ich habe Deutsch gelernt” – “I have learned German”).

Express plans and wishes – using modal verbs like möchten (would like), können (can), müssen (must).

Expand your vocabulary – for travel, work, and everyday life (hotel check-ins, doctor visits, restaurants).

Use dative and accusative cases – to form accurate sentences.

Have simple conversations in real-life situations – small talk, shopping, leisure activities.

Goal after A1.2: You can communicate more confidently in familiar situations and are ready for the A2 German course.

Each course includes:

🇩🇪Speaking practice for everyday German

🇩🇪Grammar you’ll actually understand and remember

🇩🇪Vocabulary that’s relevant for life, work, and travel

🇩🇪Real-time feedback from your teacher

🇩🇪Access to our GermanMind learning platform – for revision and extra support

Why Learn German in Dublin?

German is one of Europe’s most important languages – and learning it in Dublin means you can study close to home while preparing for real-life use in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.

Benefits of learning German:

Career opportunities – German opens doors in business, engineering, science, and tourism.
Travel made easier – speak with locals, not just follow guidebooks.
Access to culture – from Goethe and Beethoven to Bauhaus design and modern film.
Personal achievement – learning a new language boosts memory, confidence, and problem-solving skills
Connection with people – over 100 million native German speakers worldwide.

Discover Germany Beyond the Classroom
Germany offers much more than clichés like Lederhosen and sausages:
- Nature: Beaches on the North Sea, hiking trails in the Alps.
- Cities: Berlin’s vibrant culture, Munich’s traditions, Hamburg’s maritime charm.
- Events: Oktoberfest, Christmas markets, Carnival – each season has something unique.
- Innovation: A hub for technology, sustainability, and research.