At our language school, we can prepare you to pass the following exams successfully
German language exams
Origó German Language Exam
Candidates need to achieve a minimum of 60 % in order to successfully pass this bilingual exam. A printed dictionary can be used in the written part (except for the in test part).
The B1, B2 and C1 level-exams comprise writing assignments, reading comprehension and mediation tasks, as well as listening comprehension and speaking elements. The oral exam consists of a general conversation, picture description and a situation task. On C1 level some further tasks are also included in the exam, these are: summarizing a Hungarian text in the foreign language (instead of translating it), which forms an element of the written and the oral part as well.
EURO German Language Exam
The Euroexams are a suite of English language examinations standardised to the levels of the Common European Framework (CEFR). They are communicative English exams focusing on all four language skills (writing, reading, listening and speaking), and are internationally recognised as CEFR-aligned exams. They test the learners’ ability to use English in a real-life environment. The Euroexams are available at A1, A2, B1, B2 and C1 levels.
ECL German Language Exam
ECL stands for “European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages” and is open to candidates who become 14 years old within that calendar year. It is available at four levels: A2, B1, B2 and C1. The exam consists of a written and a spoken part: the written part is made up of reading comprehension and written communication, whereas the oral part consists of listening comprehension and oral communication. In the reading comprehension part, the candidates must complete two different tasks correctly, they must demonstrate the ability to understand the content of a general text at the appropriate level without using a dictionary. In the written communication task, the candidate must write two compositions on the basis of several bullet points. Printed dictionary may be used. Candidates take the oral part of the exam in pairs. This part consists of a warm-up conversation, a guided conversation and an individual talk. The exam is available as a complex exam or a written or oral partial exam.
TELC (The European Language Certificates)
In TELC (The European Language Certificates) candidates must complete four modules (reading, writing, listening and speaking) to obtain a score. The written examination consists of Reading Comprehension (reading for gist, reading for detail, and selective reading) and language elements, which covers two tasks. In the first task, the candidates are required to accomplish a multiple-choice test choosing from three different alternatives. In the second task, the candidates are required to complete a text with ten words choosing from 15 words. The part Language Elements tests grammatical accuracy and vocabulary as well. The listening task comprises three types of tasks: Listening for gist, listening for detail, and selective listening. The writing task consists of only one part. The candidate can choose from two situations and has to write a formal letter (letter of application, letter of complaint or letter of inquiry). The Oral examination normally takes place with two candidates. The examination is intended to have the character of a conversation, not an interrogation. The main task of the examiners is to supervise the conversation. They are instructed to say as little as possible. The candidates should have an active conversation with each other. The oral examination lasts about 15 minutes. In the presentation part, the candidates should present something briefly (max 90 seconds) to their partner. They can choose from two topics. After the presentation, the candidate has to answer the questions his/her partner asks. The same procedure applies to all candidates: presentation, questions and answers. Discussion: In this part of the examination, the candidates will have a discussion on a controversial topic. The candidates have to present the arguments or points they think are interesting. In the discussion which follows, they will be expected to give their own opinion on the topic concerned. Task: In this part of the examination, the candidates will be given a task to carry out. The candidates will be given only the situation and will have to think of the details themselves. Duration Reading and Language elements: 90 minutes, writing: 30 minutes, listening: 25-30 minutes and speaking: 15-20 minutes
ÖSD Language Exam
ÖSD exams are internationally recognized and range from level A1 to C2. The exams are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) levels. The exams were adapted in 2019, favouring a format where modules could be taken individually or in combination with one another, with the exception of ÖSD Integration exams.
ÖSD exams consisting of two modules Written exam (Reading, Listening, Writing) and Oral exam (Speaking) may be taken individually or in combination with one another.
Both exams, ÖSD Zertifikat B1 and ÖSD Zertifikat C2, consist of four modules (Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking) which can be taken individually, or in combination with one another.
Goethe Language Exam
The German exams offered by the Goethe-Institut correspond to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and range from level A1 for beginners to C2 for the most advanced language learners. It is a very high-level, prestigious and internationally recognized exam and can be recommended primarly for those wishing to study or work in Germany or in Austria. A solid knowledge of grammar is a prerequisite for successfully passing the exam. It is a rather practical exam which favours current topics and modern formats.
Mid-level final exam in German
In our final exam preparatory course we will practice all exam tasks thoroughly. We will make several complete tests and practice every situation of the oral exam as well. Our students will reach high competence and will be equipped to participate in the final exam with confidence.
Advanced-level final exam in German
The advanced-level final exam poses a considerable challenge on the students, that is why it is essential to have a thorought knowledge and good understanding of the exercise types and not to be satisfied with a general high command of the German language. At our course we will practice every exam element several times and in full detail. We will model every single task of the oral part, thus preparing our students to successfully pass the examination