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Your next step forward: Goethe-Zertifikat B1

The Goethe-Zertifikat B1 is a German exam for young people and adults (please choose Youth or Adult version when registering). It certifies that candidates are independent users of the German language and corresponds to the third level (B1) on the six-level scale of competence laid down in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

PASSING THE EXAM DEMONSTRATES THAT YOU CAN ...

  • understand the main points of information in conversations and texts on familiar matters relating to work, school and leisure time, etc. when clear, standard language is used,
  • deal with most situations typically encountered when travelling in German-speaking countries,
  • express yourself simply and coherently when talking about familiar topics and areas of personal interest,
  • report on experiences and events, describe dreams, hopes and ambitions as well as make short statements and explanations.

B1 Exam:

  • Lesen: 65 minutes
  • Hören: 40 minutes
  • Schreiben: 60 minutes
  • Sprechen: 15 minutes

Total time excluding breaks between modules and preparation time for the speaking exam: 3 hours

Further information and exercises for the Das Goethe-Zertifikat B1

Exam guidelines, terms and conditions, examinees with special needs