Requirements

The Goethe-Institut examinations are available to all interested parties and can be taken regardless of your age or nationality.

The Goethe-Zertifikat A2: Fit in Deutsch 2 an age of 10 years or over is recommended for Fit in Deutsch 2.

The Goethe-Zertifikat A2: Fit in Deutsch 2 requires knowledge of the German language at the second level of competence (A2) laid down by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Teaching units

In order to achieve this level of competence, you will need 200 to 350 45-minute teaching units, depending on your previous knowledge and learning requirements.

Preparation

If you think that you meet the language requirements, then you can enrol for an exam at any time. We recommend that you participate in one of our preparatory courses, however. During these courses, you will learn language and examination-specific skills that will make it as easy as possible for you to pass the examination.

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Exam Preparation

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The new Goethe-Zertifikat C2: GDS – setting the standard.

© Goethe-Zertifikat C2: GDS
Starting 01.01.2012, the new Goethe-Zertifikat C2: GDS shall apply. The last project step with regard to the examination development was the so-called Standard Setting.

The new German test for Immigrants

is intended for immigrants, who desire to live in Germany for a substantial amount of time.

Immigration of Spouses

Frequently asked questions and a sample-exam regarding the “Sprachnachweis” for husbands or wives joining his or her spouse in Germany.

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