Embarking on a new language is always a new challenge and takes time, patience and enthusiasm but at the same time, you should not forget the endless opportunities awaiting for you globally.
An investment in learning a foreign language is an investment in your future be it on personal or professional grounds. The trend of learning different languages around the globe is on the rise in various arenas for diverse reasons. While learning German can be for fun for some, for others it can be mandatory if they are looking for career opportunities or wish to study in German speaking countries.This course is designed to meet the need of different audiences. The different levels would apply depending on your area of interest.
Since at PML we strongly believe that one cannot enjoy language learning if it is dissociated from the cultural context of Germany or German-like behaviour and activities. But did you know that learning German in Germany can cost more than learning this language locally! This is why we bring to you a native-speaker trainer so that you can get an insight of the cultural immersion, norms, values and the different dialects while learning German at Polytechnics Mauritius.
Full Time:
The full time course will allow you to complete the curriculum within your manageable timeframe thus allowing you to prepare yourself to fly to a Mandarin speaking country to study or for a career within a shorter period of time.
Part Time:
Part-time courses are run once a week and is more geared towards working people or those who are already on a full time programme but want to learn a foreign language to open up more career opportunities. This option allows you to reach the same levels but over a longer period of time.
March 2025
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| Modules | Objectives |
| • Alphabets / phonetics/Vocabularies Basic Greetings •Alphabets / phonetics/Vocabularies •Self-presentation Days of the week and months Hobbies Seasons •Vowels / consonants •Personal pronouns •Basic History of Germany •Map of Germany and Neighbouring countries •Numbers and Counting •Writing of small phrases Time •Learning of different Professions •Learning of formal languages and vocabularies •Writing E-mails and letters •Verbs •Nouns and pronouns •Accusative and Dative •Prepositions •Cultural Aspects | •Good knowledge of German alphabets •Able to ask and answer questions about personal details and on familiar topics. •Understand and can write simple German words and sentences. •Can fill in official forms •An insight of the cultural aspects and traditions •Can identify general information in a discourse. |
| Modules | Objectives |
| •Personal Information/Marital Status Relationships •Patterns of daily routine •Syntax/ structures/ Phonetics/Connecting words •Reading of advertisement /Leaflets/Media •Educational Background/Qualifications •Family Information/Human Relationship •Common things in daily environment •Urban Life/Rural Life •Numbers and counting •Currencies/Measures/Shapes •Sports Activities/Hobbies •Numbers and Counting •Cultural Aspects •Time •Possessive articles •Reflexive Verbs •Alternating Prepositions •Comparative Clauses •Adjectives •Connecting Sentences •Conjunctive | •Understand the essentials grammar and syntax •Demonstrate a competence in basic writing •Understand and able to write short texts •Demonstrate a reasonable standard of pronunciation •Ability to communicate orally in basic situations •Identify important information •Can make simple transactions in shops, post offices or banks. •Can write about everyday life in simple phrases and sentences •Use most important connecting words to indicate the chronological order of events •Can use some simple structures correctly |
| Modules | Objectives |
| •Norms and values •Political parties and systems of the German-speaking countries •Lifestyles/Work and social life •Official Documents •Reading story books and story telling •Writing of simple unofficial and official thank you notes and messages •Summary of job experience •Paraphrasing and Translation of complex texts •Use of IT software in German •Use of language software •Prepare PowerPoint Presentation in German •Legal framework – General •Ethical issues of medical OR Hospitality/ Customer care etc… •Learning of how to fill in application form •Visa Procedures •Prepare for formal interviews •Verbs •Genitive •Connecting Words •Consecutive main and subordinate clauses •Relative Clauses •Indefinite articles and pronouns •Cultural Aspects | •Good verbal and spatial aptitudes •Ability to use standard language to communicate •Able to elucidate and justify opinions •Good phonetic & phonological skills •Adequate knowledge of values, norms, culture & way of life of the locals •Understand the main points in messages and announcements •Write simple texts, messages and emails •Adequate knowledge of medical terms •Can converse in coherent sentences •Able to explain your point of view, ambitions and introduce yourself in formally |
| Modules | Objectives |
| • Word order in the sentence •Negotiation •Law and Order •Comparative sentences •Infinitive and Alternatives • Relative clauses •Noun connections •Passive forms •Two-part connectors • Textual context • Modal sentences passive substitutions • Indefinite pronouns • Writing of formal article • Non-verbal Communication • Indirect speech with conjunctive I • Nominalization of verbs • CV writing •Cultural Aspects •Connectors •Textual Context •Indirect speeches •Nominalization of verbs •Modal particles •Prepositions with genitive |
| Modules | Objectives |
| • Respond to a greeting in a formal and informal way •Expressing ability •Counterargument •Expressing acceptance, rejection and regrets •Interpretation •Translation of complex subjects •Express knowledge or ignorance •Simple conversation •Express likes and dislikes •Sending invitations •Culture and poetry •Complex numbers •Asking for help and guidance in formal languages and dialects •Writing of complex articles for publications/workshops and forums •Soft Skills •Laws and order •Making Statements Writing of Minutes •Writing of motivational letters •Connectors, separable and inseparable •Nominalization and verbalization •Banking details •Filling jobs and University applications •Media •Writing Blogs •Surveys •Nominalization and verbalization •Infinitive clauses •Modal principle | •Can express fluently and precisely •Ability to discuss and understand complex topics and texts •Good command of grammar and verbs in all tenses •Able to use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes •Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer clauses, and recognize implicit meaning. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices •Good command of German formal and informal languages •Express him/herself clearly both in speaking and writing on a large number of topics •Understand almost all texts; example, understand a text about experiences in emigration and immigration |
Learning a language can open up career opportunities directly or indirectly in the various fields;
• Translator/Interpreter
• Public Relations Officer
• Foreign Language Specialist
• Tourism and Hospitality
• Cruise Industry
• ICT and Offshore Companies
• Cabin crew
• Public & guest relation
• Historians
• Doctors, nurses and other health sciences sector
• Diplomatic Service Officers
• Anthropologists
• International consultants
• Social workers
• Entrepreneurs & Businessmen
The cost of the course will vary according to the mode of delivery (full time/part time) you will opt. We are one of the institutions offering the same course at a very affordable price that suit your budget. Should you wish to sit for an examination, additional fees will be applicable depending on the examination centre.
Application Fee: Rs 1,000
Admin Fee: Rs 6,500
If you have not completed any recognised Diploma or Degree before, then you will definitely enjoy the privilege under the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES) for the whole duration of course, offered by the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology. Only Application and Administration fee will be applicable.
