Deutsche in Shanghai | Germans in Shanghai

German is the key to endless possibilities - whether for professional growth, academic achievements, or cultural exploration. With over 100 million native speakers, it's one of the most widely spoken languages in Europe. The German language opens access to world-class education, global careers, and rich traditions and literature.

With people like YOU in mind, we are offering structured and fun online courses for everyone eager to work on their German skills.

Bite-sized and designed around experiential learning, they fit well into tight urban schedules. Number of participants per course level is limited and spots are assigned on a first-come first-served basis.

Course Period:
AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 with sessions every weekday

Availability and bookings:
https://www.expat.info/apac/germancourse (choose nearest location)

Note: In case courses are fully booked, you can still use above link to sign up for the waiting list.

Griaß di, do you speak German on at least B2 level and want to keep up with your Austrian or Bavarian friends and colleagues? The Austro-Bavarian dialect, as spoken by up to 15.000.000 people in most of Austria and Bavaria, is distinct from Standard German in terms of pronunciation (a becomes o, il becomes ü, ...) and local expressions.

Even basic comprehension can unlock a whole new set of personal and professional opportunities - as well as a deeper understanding of the region's socio-cultural landscape.

Program is open to all German speakers at level B2 and above.

COURSE PERIOD
August 31 - September 25, 2026 with sessions on Mondays + Fridays

BOOKINGS
https://www.expat.info/apac/austrobavariandialect

STANDARD GERMAN CLASSES (A1-C1)
https://www.expat.info/apac/germancourse#schedule

Willkommen, let's team up and help each other build our German conversation skills! This beautiful language comes with a steep learning curve and takes patience, care and time - just like brewing a good cup of coffee.

Tuesdays and Thursdays we gather online on Zoom for mutual conversation practice (A2/B1/B2). Native speakers willing to help are welcome too!

FREE ADMISSION - if you want, treat us a https://www.expat.info/coffee

How to join:

• Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended)
• Step 2: Get Zoom link via https://www.expat.info/apac/@deutsch (click nearest city)

Punctuality:
Please follow steps above to retrieve your access link as early as possible and log on to Zoom 5 minutes ahead of our meeting time. Latecomers might not be able to join an ongoing session.

Want to prepare? Discussion topics and other useful infos are released beforehand on the Café's Whatsapp channel https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBN9taF1YlK3WcGUO3w

Pro tip:
For a structured learning approach with bite-sized German classes every weekday consider our https://www.expat.info/germancourse

Are you eager to start or continue learning German but unsure which class might be the best fit? Join this orientational info session with live Q&A for a quick, personal level assessment. You will also have the chance to learn more about our A1-C1 course structure, didactical methodology, covered material and admission opportunities.

Session lasts 30 minutes and is live at 18:30 (Beijing) / 19:30 (Tokyo) / 20:30 (Sydney)

• Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended)
• Step 2: Complete your registration via https://www.expat.info/apac/germancourse-infosession