A2 Grundstufe Deutsch 2 (A2 GD2)
Examination goal
For A2 Grundstufe Deutsch 2 candidates should be able to communicate in simple everyday and professional situations on an elementary basis. This exam for learners aged 14 and over assesses language competence in familiar topics and activities in everyday situations.
A2 Grundstufe Deutsch 2 assesses reading comprehension, listening comprehension, writing skills and speaking. At this level the main focus is on the receptive skills of reading and listening.
Examination parts
Reading comprehension
Overall and detailed comprehension is assessed in two tasks with different formats.
Duration: 30 minutes
Listening comprehension
Global and detailed comprehension of audio texts in the standard language as spoken in Austria, Germany and Switzerland is assessed in three tasks.
Duration: approx. 15 minutes
Writing skills
Candidates write a personal e-mail based on a given model, which is assessed according to prescribed criteria.
Duration: 30 minutes
Speaking
The oral part consists of two different tasks: monologue (introducing oneself / task 1), conversation about everyday situations (task 2). The oral part is assessed according to prescribed criteria.
Duration: approx. 10 minutes
Examination centers
ÖSD exams are conducted independently of language courses at licensed ÖSD examination centers all over the world.
Examination dates
Information on dates and registration can be obtained directly from ÖSD examination centers or the ÖSD Central Office in Vienna.
Examination procedure
Candidates are tested and graded by two authorized ÖSD examiners. A diploma will be awarded when both the written and the oral part have been passed.
Exam kit
A2 Grundstufe Deutsch 2 (A2 GD2)
The following sample test
(= Modellsatz) should assist you in preparing for an authentic exam situation. You can download exam sheets, audio materials and solutions here. You require the exam sheets, as well as the audio materials, for the listening section.