The FUB Language Center is responsible for testing the special language requirements for the following bachelor's degree programs:

North American Studies (Mono bachelor)	C1
English Language and Literature (Major, 60 CP minor or 30 CP minor subject in a combi bachelor) Elementary Education with English as the Elective Applied North American Studies (Major subject in a combi bachelor) North American Studies (60 CP minor subject in a combi bachelor)	B2.2
French Language and Literature (Major / 60 CP minor subject with teacher training option) Elementary Education with French as the Elective	B1
French Studies (Mono bachelor) German and French Literature and Cultural Studies (Mono bachelor)	B2
Italian Language and Literature (Major / 60 CP minor subject with teacher training option)	B1 or "Vorstudiensprachkurs"
Italian Studies (Mono bachelor)	B1 or "Vorstudiensprachkurs"
Spanish Language and Literature (Major / 60 CP minor subject with teacher training option)	B1 or "Vorstudiensprachkurs"

The level listed refers to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

The English language test is necessary in order to verify that you have sufficient command of the language in order to successfully begin your studies at the requisite level and hence complete your studies within the allotted time period.

No prior knowledge of Italian, Spanish or French is required for both the 30- and 60-credit-point (non-teacher training) option. If you do have prior knowledge, then you should take the placement test before the start of the semester.

Detailed information

• English language test: test structure and sample test / test exemption / test dates and registration / test results
• French, Italian and Spanish language tests: Please see the test information in German

Are you looking for another type of language test?

Information on other language tests offered by the Language Center:

• DSH (only for FU applicants) (German version only)
• onSET-Deutsch placement test (only for FU (exchange) students and FU academic staff members)
• General Professional Skills (ABV) placement tests
• Japanese placement test for new students of Japanese Studies / East Asian Studies (German version only)
• Tests for FU students applying for a program to study abroad (Outgoings) (German version only)