German - II Course: Learn A2 German Online with IIT Madras Prof | NPTEL
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 133 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 17 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Unlock the Next Level of German Proficiency with IIT Madras
Are you ready to build upon your basic German skills and achieve a solid A2 level of competence? The German - II course, offered by the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) on the NPTEL platform, is your definitive pathway. This meticulously structured 12-week program is designed to transform your elementary understanding into confident, practical communication skills, guided by one of India's most experienced German language faculties.
Meet Your Expert Instructors
Your learning journey will be led by distinguished experts with decades of combined experience.
Course Instructor: Prof. Milind Brahme
- Holds an MA, M.Phil, and PhD in German Language and Literature from JNU's Centre of German Studies.
- Faculty member at IIT Madras since 2003, with over 25 years of teaching experience.
- Has taught German in diverse academic and cultural contexts, bringing unparalleled depth to the course.
Teaching Assistant: Dr. Sashirekha Srigiriraju
- Holds an MA in German from the University of Mumbai and a PhD from IIT Madras.
- A seasoned German language instructor at the Goethe-Institut, Chennai since 2010.
- Has taught at IITM, SRM University, and other renowned colleges in Chennai.
Course Overview: What You Will Achieve
German - II is an undergraduate-level course under the Humanities and Social Sciences category. It directly continues from German I (A1 level), aiming to bring learners to the A2 level as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
The course is designed to:
- Deepen Grammatical Understanding: Master complex structures like subjunctive mood, adjective declension, and various clauses.
- Enrich Vocabulary: Expand your lexicon to confidently handle all aspects of daily life—from professions and travel to media and festivals.
- Develop Cultural Awareness: Gain insights into the German-speaking cultural space, enhancing your ability to communicate authentically.
- Enable Articulate Communication: Equip you to express yourself clearly in daily situations and on topics of personal interest.
Who Should Enroll?
- Intended Audience: Anyone interested in advancing their elementary German knowledge.
- Prerequisites: Successful completion of German I (NPTEL course) or possession of an A1 level knowledge of German. You can access German-I here: https://nptel.ac.in/courses/109106166.
- Industry Support: This course is highly valuable for professionals, companies, and organizations engaged in business or collaborative work with Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
| Week | Topics & Themes | Key Grammar Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Cooking, cuisine, eating habits, expressing feelings | Clauses with ‘because’, reflexive verbs, possessive articles with dative |
| Week 2 | School life, subjects, types of schools | Past tense of modal verbs, two-way prepositions (position/movement) |
| Week 3 | Media in daily life, film | Comparative & superlative, clauses with ‘that’ |
| Week 4 | Festivals, events, invitations | Clauses with ‘if’, adjective declension |
| Week 5 | Professions, work life, train travel | Adjective declension, the verb ‘werden’ |
| Week 6 | Public transport, cars, commuting | Clauses and prepositions |
| Week 7 | Learning, presentations, exams | Subjunctive mood, genitive case |
| Week 8 | Sports, fans | Clauses, verbs with dative & accusative |
| Week 9 | Living situations, moving house, pets | Subjunctive, ‘als’ vs. ‘wenn’ |
| Week 10 | Music, describing pictures | Interrogative ‘what kind of’, indefinite pronouns, relative clauses |
| Week 11 | Concepts of time | Subjunctive, verbs with prepositions, W-questions with prepositions |
| Week 12 | Festivals, cultural stereotypes | Clauses, relative clauses (consolidation) |
Learning Resources & Materials
To ensure a comprehensive learning experience, the course prescribes and recommends high-quality resources:
Prescribed Textbook:
- NETZWERK Deutsch als Fremdsprache A2 (Goyal, New Delhi, 2015)
Recommended for Grammar:
- Schulz-Griesbach: Deutsch als Fremdsprache. Grundstufe in einem Band
Essential Web Resources:
- Facts about Germany: https://www.tatsachen-ueber-deutschland.de/en
- Online Dictionary: www.leo.org
- Practice Material:
- Goethe-Institut Exercises: https://www.goethe.de/en/spr/kup/prf/prf/gzsd2/ub2.html
- A2 Script & Exercises: http://www.deutschkurse-passau.de/JM/images/stories/SKRIPTEN/a2_skript_gr.pdf
- Schubert Verlag A2 Exercises: https://www.schubert-verlag.de/aufgaben/uebungen_a2/a2_uebungen_index.htm
Why Choose This Course?
This isn't just another language tutorial. This is a rigorous, university-level course designed by IIT Madras, offering structured pedagogy, academic excellence, and a certification from a premier institution. You will not only learn the language but also understand the logical structure behind it, enabling faster and more accurate acquisition.
Take the decisive step towards fluency in one of the world's most important languages for science, engineering, and business. Enroll in German - II today and bridge the gap between basic understanding and confident communication!
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