ÖSD Exam in Ankara: A Special Partnership Between Norden Akademi and TFF International
Norden Akademi is a center that offers German and English language courses in Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara, and also provides study abroad language education and university consultancy services. In 2022, it was authorized as an ÖSD (Austrian German Language Certificate) exam center and offers students a variety of language training and consultancy services.
TFF Akademi will organize German language exams under Norden Akademi through a collaborative partnership.
Our Certificates and Educational Services
TFF Uluslararası Akademi, in collaboration with Norden Akademi, operates as an ÖSD exam center in Ankara under the supervision of Norden Akademi, which is active in İzmir and İstanbul. At this center in Ankara, German language courses are delivered by experienced native German-speaking instructors.
Our students receive personalized support and have the opportunity to prepare for ÖSD exams in modern classrooms. In addition, you can attend training and take the exams at the TFF center under Norden Akademi’s supervision to obtain the ÖSD language proficiency certificate required for your consular applications for family reunification, qualified employment, or university education in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.
Through this partnership, candidates living in Ankara and surrounding cities will be able to benefit from ÖSD exams and language training services with the quality of Norden Akademi.
ÖSD Certificate A1
For the ÖSD Certificate A1 exam, candidates are required to communicate at a basic level in simple everyday situations. The ÖSD Certificate A1 is intended for students aged 14 and above and confirms language proficiency in familiar topics and routine activities.
Exam Stages and Format
The ÖSD Certificate A1 exam consists of two modules: a written exam (Reading, Listening, and Writing) and an oral exam (Speaking), primarily focusing on reading and listening comprehension skills.
Lesen-Okuma
Based on three tasks, comprehension of the general meaning and specific content of various authentic and simple texts from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland is assessed.
Duration: 25 minutes
Listening
In three tasks, global, detailed, and selective comprehension is assessed using authentic and simple audio texts spoken in standard language on everyday topics from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.
Duration: approximately 10 minutes
Schreiben-Writing
A form must be completed and a simple text must be written. The texts are evaluated using defined criteria.
Duration: 20 minutes
Speaking
The exam consists of three tasks: a short introduction, a simple picture description, and a role-play. The interview is evaluated according to defined criteria.
Duration: approximately 10 minutes
ÖSD Zertifikat A2
For the ÖSD Certificate A2 exam, candidates must be able to communicate at an elementary level in simple and routine situations in daily and professional life. Designed for learners of German aged 14 and above, this test provides proof of language proficiency in familiar topics and routine activities.
The ÖSD Certificate A2 exam consists of two modules: a written exam (Reading, Listening, and Writing), which focuses on receptive skills such as reading and listening, and an oral exam (Speaking).
Exam Stages and Format
The ÖSD Certificate A2 exam consists of two modules: a written exam (Reading, Listening, and Writing), which focuses on reading and listening skills, and an oral exam (Speaking).
Reading
Based on two tasks with different test formats, both general and detailed comprehension are assessed.
Duration: 30 minutes
Listening
In three tasks, global and detailed comprehension is assessed using audio texts spoken in standard language from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.
Duration: approximately 15 minutes
Writing
In response to a given prompt, a personal email must be written and evaluated according to defined criteria.
Süre: 30 dakika
Speaking
The exam consists of three tasks: a short introduction, a simple picture description, and a role-play. The interview is evaluated according to defined criteria.
Duration: approximately 10 minutes
ÖSD Certificate B1
The ÖSD Certificate B1 exam assesses the ability to use the language independently in everyday and professional situations related to familiar topics and personal interests. A version of the exam is available for students aged 16 and above, as well as a youth version for candidates aged 12 and above.
The exam consists of four modules — Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking — which can be completed independently at different times. The B1 certificate exam is a joint product of ÖSD, the Goethe-Institut, and the University of Fribourg, and is offered worldwide by both ÖSD and the Goethe-Institut.
Exam Stages and Format
With the digital test training, you can prepare specifically for the ÖSD ZB1 exam. You can complete the subtests Reading (60 minutes) and Listening (35 minutes) and then review your answers. In the Writing subtest (60 minutes), you can write your own texts, although they will not be graded. For comparison, sample texts are provided at the end as examples.
Reading
Duration: 65 minutes
Hören-Dinleme
Süre: 40 dakika
Writing
Duration: 65 minutes
Speaking
Duration: 15 minutes
ÖSD Certificate B2
For the ÖSD Certificate B2 exam, candidates must be able to express themselves clearly and in detail on a wide range of topics and engage in spontaneous and fluent conversations with native speakers in a natural and effective manner.
With this test, German learners demonstrate their language skills in communication situations that extend beyond the private sphere into (semi) public and sometimes professional contexts. In their own areas of expertise, they are already able to understand specialized texts.
This exam is intended for candidates aged 16 and above; a youth version is available for participants aged 14 and over. The ÖSD Certificate B2 exam consists of two modules: a written exam (Reading, Listening, and Writing) and an oral exam (Speaking).
Reading
Duration: 90 minutes
Listening
Duration: 30 minutes
Writing
Duration: 90 minutes
Speaking
Duration: 15 minutes