TestDaf Preparation for young learners, year 2 of 2 (C1)

TestDaF, which stands for Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache, is a standardized German language test for non-native speakers who are planning on studying at a German university. It assesses proficiency in four key areas: reading, listening, writing, and speaking. 

The results of the TestDaF are recognized widely by German universities and work as an alternative to the DSD2. It is open to any none-native German speaker and offers an alternate path towards German University for everyone not in a High School with a DSD 2 program. 

The GAI is offering the second part of the preparation for the TestDaf for anyone with a proven German B2 proficiency.  GAI B2 or Goethe B2 are amongst the certificates that are accepted as proof.   All classes are subject to minimum enrollment.

Plan on 2 hours of homework in addition to what is done in class.

Year two exam preparation for the C1 level at the GAI spans the schoolyear and is especially geared towards high school students that consider studying in Germany.  It will consist of once a week  2.5 hour evening class, plus one week of intensive preparation in July 2027. Minimum age is 15 and/or being in 10th grade at the beginning of the school year 26/27. Classes are held in-person.

Year 1 will cover the B2 level,  year 2 the C1 level. For this cohort (year two during the 26/27 schoolyear),  the test can be taken at the GAI on August 19, 2027 or September 15, 2027.  These dates are predetermined by the TestDaf institute. If a July date becomes available, it will be added. Despite the test being digital, candidates have to be present in person.

Enrollment for the TestDaf tests starts in Spring 2027 and has to be done on the TestDaf website directly. Current cost is EUR 210.