Goethe-Zertifikat B2

The Goethe-Zertifikat B2 requires advanced language skills. The examination corresponds to level four (B2) on the six-level scale of competence laid down in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

After passing the examination, you will be able to do the following, for example:

• follow the main content of specific and abstract topics and obtain relevant information from them (i.e. radio broadcasts),
• understand a wide range of texts, both shorter simple texts (such as advertisements) and longer, more complex factual texts, commentaries and reports,
• express yourself clearly and in a structured way in writing on the subject of complex matters and also correct mistakes in texts written by other people,
• give clearly structured oral comments on general subjects and topics of particular interest to you,
• take an active part in discussions on subjects you know about, taking up a position and presenting your own point of view.

Further information and exercises for the
Goethe-Zertifikat B2

Exam guidelines (PDF. 116 KB)
Terms and conditions for exam administration (PDF, 116 KB)
Supplement to the terms and conditions for exam participants with
   special needs (PDF, 98KB)
Information for examination candidates with special needs (PDF, 61 KB)

Test Centers for the Goethe Certificates B1 (ZD), B2 and C1 in the Midwest as of January 2011
(PDF, 145 KB)

Examination Fee: $ 135

Registration Form Goethe-Zertifikat B2 (PDF, 499 KB)