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A1
Basel

TELC – Start Deutsch 1 exam

Please note the examination regulations
  • Date
    21.09.2026 - 21.09.2026
  • Time
    The written part takes place in the morning, and the oral part in the afternoon. Please keep the entire exam day free.
  • Duration
    Written exam: 65 minutes Oral exam: 15 minutes
  • Location
    ECAP Basel
    Clarastrasse 17
    4058 Basel
  • Childcare
    Not available
  • Contact
    mbalmer@ecap.ch

Course information

Contents
Assessment of German language skills in the four language skills

- Reading
- Listening comprehension
- Speaking
- Writing
Goals
Taking the A1 telc exam
Procedure
We recommend that you attend a preparation course before the exam, where you will practise how to handle the exam format and complete a mock test run.

The preparation course comprises 2 x 4 lessons and costs CHF 100.00. Course registration is done using a separate registration form. The preparation course takes place on 11.09.2026 and on 18.09.2026.
Costs
Exam CHF 195.00
Preparation course CHF 100.00

Further Information

People who would like to take the A1 telc exam.

German language skills at level A1 (speaking, writing, reading, listening).

If you pass the exam successfully, you will receive the certificate electronically by email. You will receive the certificate or the exam result approximately 4–6 weeks after the test.

ECAP and telc cannot provide any information about results by telephone.

To register, please print out the registration form, complete it in full and sign it, then return it. Your registration must be received by ECAP by the registration deadline. Registration in person at the ECAP Secretariat is also possible until 14.08.2026.

We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the test format before the exam and, if necessary, take a model test.
Further information can be found here:

https://www.telc.net/pruefungsteilnehmende/sprachpruefungen/pruefungen/detail/telc-deutsch-a1.html#t=2

Cancellation is free of charge up to the registration deadline. If you withdraw your registration at a later date or do not attend, the full exam fee must be paid. Exception: in the event of illness (with a valid medical certificate submitted within two days after the exam), an administrative fee of CHF 60.00 will be charged.

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Course no.: BS26HA16

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