Do you require evidence of your German language skills that is recognised all over the world? As a licensed examination partner Durham University offers the Goethe- Institut German exam for different levels of ability.
The Goethe-Institut is the world’s largest provider of German courses and a benchmark for German language teaching and testing. Taking the exam is an ideal way to demonstrate your German skills and proficiency and to assess your language level accurately in an independent exam. The Goethe-Institut certificates are widely accepted and respected as proof of language proficiency.
The German exams offered correspond to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and range from the level A1 (beginners) to C2 for advanced learners of German. A description of each level, exam formats and lengths can be found on the official Goethe-Institut website.
The next exams will be held on the 5th (A1, B2, C1) and 6th (A2, B1, C2) of June 2025.
Please ensure that you select Durham as the test centre during the registration process.
Administration: Miss Helen Cant | Email: languages.forall@durham.ac.uk
Lead Examiner:Mrs. Laura Lewis | Email: laura.h.wichmann@durham.ac.uk
Link to official Goethe-Institut website
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