telc Deutsch B2 – Guide: format, scoring & tips
Your guide to telc Deutsch B2: how each part works, how long it takes, how it is scored, and tips for every section.
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Leseverstehen (Reading Comprehension)
75 points 70 min
Leseverstehen (Reading Comprehension)
Reading is the first part of the written telc B2 exam and the highest-scoring one: you can earn 75 points here. It has three parts with 20 tasks in total. Together with the Sprachbausteine (language elements) you have 90 minutes; plan around 70 of those for reading.
Sprachbausteine (Language Elements)
30 points 20 min
Sprachbausteine (Language Elements)
The Sprachbausteine are a short but important part of the written telc B2 exam: you fill gaps in two connected texts – once with grammar (Part 1), once with vocabulary (Part 2). Together that’s 20 tasks and 30 points. Importantly, the Sprachbausteine share a 90-minute block with reading; plan around 20 minutes for them.
Hörverstehen (Listening Comprehension)
75 points 20 min
Hörverstehen (Listening Comprehension)
Listening is the third part of the written telc B2 exam. You hear various texts – news, an interview, announcements – and decide for each statement whether it is true or false. In total that’s 20 tasks and 75 points in three parts. You have around 20 minutes for the whole listening section.
Schriftlicher Ausdruck (Written Expression)
45 points 30 min
Schriftlicher Ausdruck (Written Expression)
Written Expression is the part of the telc B2 exam where you produce text yourself: a letter or email of at least 150 words. You have 30 minutes and can earn 45 points. Unlike at B1, you choose between two topics – and then choose a second time inside the topic: the task lists four content points and you only have to deal with three of them.
Mündlicher Ausdruck (Oral Expression)
75 points 15 min
Mündlicher Ausdruck (Oral Expression)
Oral Expression – the speaking exam – is the last part of the telc B2 exam. You speak in three parts, usually in pairs with another candidate. The exam lasts around 15 minutes; beforehand you get about 20 minutes of preparation time. In total you can earn 75 points.
Frequently asked questions
How is the telc German B2 exam structured?
It has a written and an oral part. In writing you do reading, Sprachbausteine, listening and the written part; in the oral exam you give a short presentation and have a conversation, usually in pairs with a partner.
How long does the telc German B2 exam take?
The written part takes around 2 hours 20 minutes in total: 90 minutes for reading and Sprachbausteine together, plus listening and the written part. The oral exam takes about 15 minutes, with preparation time beforehand.
How many points do I need to pass the telc German B2 exam?
At least 135 of 225 points in the written exam and, separately, at least 45 of 75 points in the oral exam – 60 % in each part. Within the written exam the parts offset each other: strong reading can make up for weaker writing. But no written result makes up for an oral exam below 45 points.
How can I prepare for the telc German B2 exam?
Practice each exam part separately, do full model tests under real time conditions and get feedback above all for writing and speaking. At Prepliq you do realistic mock exams with instant scoring – writing and speaking are graded automatically with reference to the published assessment criteria.
How much does the telc German B2 exam cost?
Each exam center sets the fee itself – it is not cheap, and anyone who fails pays the full fee again for the next attempt. Ask your telc center directly for the current price and the next dates. A Prepliq model test gives you feedback on every part, so you see where you stand.
What is the difference between telc B1 and B2?
B2 is one level higher: the texts and listening passages are longer and more abstract, and in writing and speaking you have to argue and justify your opinion. B2 certifies independent language use at an advanced level.
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