Exams
The examinations offered by the Language Centre include examinations for foreign students, examinations for applicants who need a language certificate to study at a German university, as well as examinations for students who would like to have their foreign language skills certified for a study period abroad.
Some of the examinations listed below are exclusively for students of the FH Aachen, others are also open to external participants.
German Exams
TestDaF - Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache
The TestDaF (Test of German as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognised German language examination for foreign university applicants which, just like the DSH, is recognised by German universities as proof of language proficiency. There are two versions of the TestDaF, a paper-based and a digital one; both versions are offered by Sprachenakademie Aachen.
Paperbased TestDaf:
Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
Digital TestDaF:
Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
Telc Exams
The telc Deutsch B1, telc Deutsch B2, telc Deutsch C1 and telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule certificates are standardised, internationally recognised German examinations. They serve as proof of solid German language skills at various levels and can be useful in university and professional environments. These and several other telc examinations are offered by Sprachenakademie Aachen.
telc Deutsch B1: Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
telc Deutsch B2: Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
telc Deutsch C1: Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule: Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
English Exams
Admission Exam English
The Admission Exam English is an internal language examination of the FH Aachen. It is recognised by some faculties as proof of sufficient English language skills in order to be admitted to the prospective Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
Further information and registration
DAAD Language Certificate
The DAAD Language Certificate is an English examination that is recognised by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) as proof of language proficiency and must be submitted, for example, as part of the application for a scholarship.The DAAD Language Certificate is an English examination that is recognised by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) as proof of language proficiency and must be submitted, for example, as part of the application for a scholarship.
Further information and registration
TOEFL
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an English examination internationally recognised by many universities and institutions and serves to determine the current language level. The exam is offered by Sprachenakademie Aachen.
Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
IELTS
The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an English examination which is internationally recognised by many universities and institutions and serves to determine the current language level. The exam is offered by Sprachenakademie Aachen.
Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
Oxford Test of English
The Oxford Test of English is an English examination internationally recognised by many universities and institutions and serves to determine the current language level. The examination is offered by Sprachenakademie Aachen.
Further information and registration on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen
Study aptitude tests
TestAS
TestAS
The paper-based TestAS and the digital TestAS are internationally recognised examination of the g.a.s.t. e. V., conducted in a standardised manner worldwide, which tests the ability of foreign higher education applicants to study at German universities.
As a licensed test centre, the Sprachenakademie Aachen offers both examinations several times a year.
Paper-based TestAS: Further information on the Sprachenakademie Aachen website
Digital TestAS: Further information on the Sprachenakademie Aachen website
GRE General Test
GRE General Test
The GRE General Test is an internationally recognised and globally standardised examination administered by the US provider ETS, which assesses the academic aptitude of international applicants. It is aimed at prospective students who wish to apply to an English-speaking university in the USA, Great Britain or Canada. Good test results can improve their chances of being accepted.
As a licensed test centre, Sprachenakademie Aachen offers the GRE several times a year.
Further information on the website of Sprachenakademie Aachen