We offer English and Spanish language tests.

Should you need a certificate for another language, contact the respective department, for example:

• Institut Français
• Instituto Italiano di Cultura
• Portugiesisch-Brasilianisches Institut

Students and members of staff of the University of Cologne

Students who are enrolled at other universities can also take part in the language tests. However, UoC students are given priority in the process of allocating places on the participation list..

The language test is also free of charge for external students.

We offer the DAAD language test free of charge.

Registration for our tests takes place exclusively online. Online registration is usually activated 2 weeks (English) or 4 weeks (Spanish) before the actual date. Click here to go directly to the registration form.

The certificate will be sent to you via email

Due to the high demand, it is unfortunately not possible for us to offer individual or additional examination dates.

We can put you on the waiting list for the next test. It may be possible to hand in the certificate later, if you need it for a semester abroad. Please contact the respective coordinator to find out. If you want to be put on the waiting list after registration has been closed, please send us an email with:

• Name
• Email Address
• Phone Number
• Course of studies, faculty

The English Insitute Cologne also offers DAAD tests, should you need a DAAD certificate quickly, they usually offer tests once a week.

Yes, you can repeat the test.

Should you fail to turn up to a test you had registered for without excuse, you cannot take the test again.

We prioritize students who take the test for the first time.

Please contact us as soon as possible, to give other students the chance to take your place.

As the DAAD language test is an assessment test, you cannot fail. We assess your language level using the CEFR. It describes language ability on a six-point scale from A1 to C2, the DAAD language test assesses your language skills from A1 to C1.

The DAAD language test aims to assess your current language skills, we do not offer preparation classes. However, continued exposure to the target language is very helpful. 

No, you are allowed to bring a few notes with bullet points (no more than 5), should you need it. The oral part aims to test your language skills during an unscripted discussion.