What is TestDaF (German Language Exam for University)?
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TestDaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache) is a standardised German language proficiency test for international students planning to study at German universities. Scores are TDN 3, 4, or 5 per skill. Most German universities require TDN 4 in all four skills (Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking) for admission. Held at official TestDaF institutes globally.
TestDaF (German Language Exam for University) — Full Explanation
TestDaF levels correspond to CEFR B2–C1. TDN 5 = C1 (very strong); TDN 4 = B2/C1 (sufficient for admission); TDN 3 = below requirement for most programs. Writing and Speaking are the hardest sections. Alternative: DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang), administered by individual universities. English-medium German master's programs require only IELTS/TOEFL — no German test needed.
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