Who can take the TestDaF?
Intermediate to advanced learners of German who wish to obtain a differentiated assessment of their language skills.
Applicants for a place at a German university.
People requiring internationally recognised evidence of their knowledge of German for their further academic or professional career at home or abroad.If you have started learning German only recently, it is advisable to wait until you have reached an intermediate level before registering for the examination. You can do an online placement test on the TestDaF Institute website to find out if you are already Fit for the TestDaF. It only takes ten minutes to complete and will give you a rough idea of your level.
What are the TestDaF’s advantages?
All German universities recognise the TestDaF certificate. With a score of TDN 4 in all four subtests you will be able to get admission to an academic degree course, provided that the university of your choice accepts the other elements of your application. Admission for candidates whose
scores are below TDN 4 is at the discretion of individual universities, depending on factors such as the course subject, type of degree awarded and course duration.
The TestDaF assesses the language skills necessary for study in Germany. The content and tasks of TestDaF are all related to academic, scientific and study-relevant topics.
The TestDaF assesses the four language skills separately (Reading Comprehension, Listening Comprehension, Written Production, Oral Production). The certificate shows four separate results, giving you a clear picture of your strengths and weaknesses in each skill.
You can sit the TestDaF in your home country and your certificate is sent directly to you. You no longer have to travel to Germany to sit a language test. This allows you to gather all the documents you need for your university application before travelling to Germany, saving you time and money. The TestDaF allows you to focus on specific preparation. To get to know the structure of the test you can work on the model tests, which you can find on our websites (Modellsätze), and on the sample tests authorised by the TestDaF Institute (Musterprüfungen). Moreover, the subtests are al-
ways at the same level of difficulty, regardless of when you sit the examination.
The TestDaF Institute operates a world-wide network of licensed Test Centres whose staff will be glad to provide you with further information and advice on the test. DAAD lecturers, Goethe Institutes, language centres and university departments of German studies or German embassies
and consulates can also provide you with information.
The TestDaF certificate is valid for an unlimited period of time.
You can resit the examination as often as you wish if you are not satisfied with your result.
How can I prepare for the TestDaF examination?
You can prepare for the examination in a number of different ways: on your own, with online support from http://www.deutsch-uni.com/, in language courses, or with an eTandem partner. Please see our website under Preparing for the TestDaF for further details.
Where and when can I take the TestDaF?
You can take the TestDaF at a licensed Test Centre in your home country or at one of over 170 Test Centres in Germany. Examinations are held several times a year. You can find the exact dates on the TestDaF website. Alternatively, contact your nearest Test Centre.
How much does it cost?
An examination fee is due when registering for the TestDaF. Please enquire at your nearest Test Centre as the fee differs from country to country.
How can I prepare for the TestDaF examination?
You can prepare for the examination in a number of different ways: on your own, with online support from http://www.deutsch-uni.com/, in language courses, or with an eTandem partner. Please see our website under Preparing for the TestDaF for further details.
Where and when can I take the TestDaF?
You can take the TestDaF at a licensed Test Centre in your home country or at one of over 170 Test Centres in Germany. Examinations are held several times a year. You can find the exact dates on the TestDaF website. Alternatively, contact your nearest Test Centre.
How much does it cost?
An examination fee is due when registering for the TestDaF. Please enquire at your nearest Test Centre as the fee differs from country to country.
How and when do I have to register for the TestDaF?
You can register for the TestDaF via the internet: www.testdaf.de. There you choose the country, the city and the Test Centre where you would like to take the test. The period of registration begins about eight weeks before the examination date and lasts four weeks. During this period you can also withdraw from the test. In this case up to 15% of the examination fee will be retained for administrative expenses. Should you withdraw after the closing date for registration the examination fee will not be refunded.
How and when do I get my result?
Your Test Centre will send you a certificate with your results six to eight weeks after the
examination. On the reverse of the certificate, you will find a description of the performance features
for each subtest, giving you a detailed assessment of your language skills (can-do statements).
You can register for the TestDaF via the internet: www.testdaf.de. There you choose the country, the city and the Test Centre where you would like to take the test. The period of registration begins about eight weeks before the examination date and lasts four weeks. During this period you can also withdraw from the test. In this case up to 15% of the examination fee will be retained for
administrative expenses. Should you withdraw after the closing date for registration the examination fee will not be refunded.
How and when do I get my result?
Your Test Centre will send you a certificate with your results six to eight weeks after the examination. On the reverse of the certificate, you will find a description of the performance features for each subtest, giving you a detailed assessment of your language skills (can-do statements).
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