Where and How to Learn German in Malaysia

Where can you find the best German language courses in Malaysia? How do you choose the right course? In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to know about German language learning in Malaysia, from course options and costs to learning tips and career benefits. 

Why Learn German in Malaysia? 

Before diving into course options, let’s explore why learning German is beneficial: 

✅ Study in Germany for Free – German public universities do not charge tuition fees, but some degree programs require German proficiency. 

✅ Work Opportunities – German companies like BMW, Siemens, Bosch, and Allianz operate in Malaysia, offering jobs to German-speaking professionals. 

✅ Travel & Culture – Germany, Austria and Switzerland are some of top travel destinations where German is the primary language. Hence learning German would provide an immersive travel experience.

✅ Boost Your Resume – German is the most widely spoken language in Europe and adds value to your skills. 

Now, let’s look at where you can study German in Malaysia! 

Physical and Online German Classes

Source: Goethe-Institut Malaysia

Goethe-Institut Malaysia

(Official German Language Center) 

📍 Location: Level 10, Menara IQ, TRX Kuala Lumpur 

⭐ Best for: Learning German through levels and getting certified officially for purpose of studies and professionally 

The Goethe-Institut is Germany’s official cultural institute, offering high-quality German courses in Malaysia. They provide certifications (A1–C2 level), which are recognized for university admissions and work visas in Germany. 

Courses Offered: 

✔️ Intensive & Standard German Courses (A1–C2) 

✔️ Exam Preparation (Goethe-Zertifikat, TestDaF, DSH) 

✔️ Corporate Training & Business German 

Learn German with Goethe-Institut! 

✅ Learn from certified Goethe-Institut instructors 

✅ Physical, hybrid or online study modes for your convenience 

✅ Get officially certified for exams like A1, A2, B1 & beyond 

📩 Start learning German at Goethe Institute today! Apply now!

Friendly German

Online German Class

⭐ Best for: Learning German through topics and for day-to-day communication

The Friendly German is an online German language community offering weekly live classes and online materials on amiiigo.com. They offer a fast and fun way of learning German without stressing too much on grammar and focuses more on teaching you how to speak and read German in day to day context. Suitable for travelling or studying in Germany if you are studying in English.  

Courses Offered: 

✔️ Fun & Fast way to learn German (A1–A2) 

✔️  Weekly live classes 

✔️ Online Resources

Learn German with Friendly German! 

✅ Learn to speak German from day-1

✅ Explore German through interesting topics  

✅ Meet and connect with other learners through the community

📩 Start learning German with Friendly German today! Apply now!

📝 German Language Proficiency Levels (A1–C2) 

Most courses follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which classifies German into six levels: 

Level	Description	Duration to Learn
A1	Beginner – Basic greetings, simple sentences	2–3 months
A2	Elementary – Everyday conversations, shopping, travel	3–6 months
B1	Intermediate – Work, studies, basic fluency	6–9 months
B2	Upper Intermediate – University studies, professional use	9–12 months
C1	Advanced – Complex texts, fluent conversations	12+ months
C2	Mastery – Native-level fluency	2+ years

💡For studying or working in Germany, most universities and employers require B1 or B2 level of German.