Questions about the placement

Do I have to take the placement test before the registration deadline?

Yes, we recommend that you take the placement test before the registration deadline and before you register for the course.

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The course level xy is specified for a course. What does that mean?

The level given in the course description corresponds to the level at the beginning of the course. This level must be proven in the placement test so that you can attend the course.

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In which languages can I take an online placement test?

In the languages German as a foreign language, English, French, Italian, Spanish and Russian, the placement test is taken online.
For placement in the other languages, please e-mail the respective course instructor.

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The course description says that I have to take an oral placement test. How can I do that?
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I have already obtained an official language certificate. Do I have to take the placement test?

Please send a copy / a photo of your certificate to info-sprachenzentrum@clutterunibas.ch. We will inform you whether you have to take the complete or only part of the placement test, or whether your certificate suffices for placement purposes.

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I have already attended a language course at another language school. Do I still have to take the placement test?

Please send us a copy/photo of your course confirmation including the number of lessons and the course level to info-sprachenzentrum@clutterunibas.ch. We will inform you whether you have to take the complete or only part of the placement test, or whether your certificate suffices for placement purposes.

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I have taken the placement test and would like to register for the recommended course. How do I register?

Please go to the recommended course on our website and register online. Enter your placement results in the registration form. Please note our registration deadlines and that your registration is binding.

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I learned an additional language in school but have not used it since then, must I take the placement test?

Yes, in this case the placement test is compulsory to determine your current level in this additional language.

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