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[ telc Deutsch A1 – Start Deutsch 1 ]

With the Start Deutsch A1 exam, which is recognised for spousal reunification, adults can have their German skills assessed. telc Deutsch A1 is a German-language exam at CEFR level A1, and by passing it you demonstrate that you have command of the competences of CEFR level A1. Eloquia offers preparation courses and is a certified exam centre for all of telc's German certificates. You can sit this exam with us as an external candidate too.

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Exam sections & points

Four exam sections – 60 points in total

The Start Deutsch 1 exam tests the four language skills separately. In each section you can score a maximum of 15 points.

Listening · approx. 20 min.

max. 15 points

Reading · approx. 30 min.

max. 15 points

Writing · approx. 15 min.

max. 15 points

Speaking · approx. 15 min.

max. 15 points

Total achievable: 60 points.

At a glance

  • LevelCEFR A1 (beginner)
  • ExamStart Deutsch 1
  • Recognitionrecognised for spousal reunification
  • Exam centreEloquia Frankfurt – open to external candidates too
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