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Rafał Pigulak — German teacher at PolishMyGerman

Speak clear German. Pass your exam. Start your studies.

Online German lessons for international students — from A1 to C2, with exam preparation for Goethe, TestDaF, telc and DSH. Taught by a German philologist with 20 years of experience.

One-to-one lesson $38 / 50 min · No commitment · Reply within 24 hours

  • University/Job interview Preparation
  • I teach everyone, from age 12 to 99
  • Clear pronunciation from the very first lesson, not at the end
  • Grammar explained like a philologist, not just “that’s how we say it”
  • Exam preparation for Goethe, TestDaF, telc and DSH
  • Standard German first, then regional varieties (Swiss, Austrian)
  • Translations, Interpreting (Automotive/General), Proofreading, Editing, Transcription, Homework help
20 years of experience·3000+ lessons·Levels A1–C2·Own learning apps

German for university & visa

Whether you are applying to university, preparing for a Studienkolleg or need a certificate for your visa, every programme is built around the exam you actually have to pass.

University admission (TestDaF / DSH)

Who it is forStudents applying to a German university who need a recognised language certificate to enrol.

Typical timelineTypically 6–12 months of focused preparation.

What is included
  • Level assessment and a personal study plan
  • Exam-specific strategies for TestDaF and DSH
  • Full mock exams under real time conditions
  • Academic vocabulary for applications and interviews

Studienkolleg preparation

Who it is forSchool-leavers who need a Studienkolleg place and the Feststellungsprüfung (FSP).

Typical timelineUsually 4–9 months before the entrance test.

What is included
  • Subject-related academic German
  • FSP format practice (written and oral)
  • Study skills and note-taking in German
  • Confidence building for the entrance interview

Goethe / telc certificates for visas and work

Who it is forAnyone who needs an A1–C1 certificate for a visa, residence permit or a job in the DACH region.

Typical timelineUsually 3–8 months, depending on your starting level.

What is included
  • Certificate-specific exam simulation
  • Corrected speaking and writing tasks
  • Guidance on choosing and booking the right exam
  • Everyday and workplace German you will actually use

Academic German: writing, presentations, seminars

Who it is forStudents and researchers already studying in Germany, Austria or Switzerland.

Typical timelineOngoing, semester by semester.

What is included
  • Academic writing and citation conventions
  • Seminar discussions and argumentation
  • Presentation coaching and rehearsal
  • Detailed feedback on your own texts and slides

Student results

Real students, real exams, real outcomes — from visa certificates to university admission.

Ana
Goethe B2

Passed — certified for university application in Berlin

Mehmet
TestDaF

TDN 4 in all four sections

Priya
DSH

DSH-2 — admitted to her engineering programme

Omar
telc B1

Certificate accepted for his visa application

Rated 5 stars by students preparing for Goethe, TestDaF, telc and DSH.

Frequently asked questions

Everything international students usually ask before the first lesson.

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Tell me a little about yourself and your goal. I will reply within 24 hours with a lesson plan and available times in your time zone.

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