Each combined course- and exercise book contains six chapters which use a learner-friendly methodology and a steady, slow-paced progression. It offers a thorough and enjoyable approach to language learning. Autonomous learning is encouraged throughout the course with homework tasks and project suggestions and there is a high emphasis on vocabulary and grammar. A grammar revision section is included at the end of each chapter. The exercise books thoroughly revise all that has been learnt in the course books and are supported by extensive appendices containing verb lists, vocabulary lists and grammar points.
With enough material to cover 80 class hours Der Vorkurs (beginner level) introduces all the essential elements of German to enable students to progress with their studies. All the topics are related to everyday situations and the content includes sections on Rechtschreibung, pronunciation, working with dictionaries and learning techniques.