DELF B1
DELF, diplôme d’études en langue française
(Diploma in French Language Study)
At this level, the user becomes independent. He/she can maintain interaction: he/she can understand and maintain a discussion and give his/her opinion. He/she is capable of dealing with situations likely to arise in daily life.
Note for candidates for French nationality:
DELF B1 qualification holders are exempt from any other tests required for French nationality
(decree of 11 October 2011).
Type of tests : DELF B1 | Duration | Mark out of |
ListeningComprehension questionnaires dealing with three recordings (played twice). |
Approximately 25 minutes | / 25 |
ReadingComprehension questionnaires dealing with two written documents:
|
0 h 45 | / 25 |
WritingExpress personal opinions on a general topic (essay, letter, article etc). |
0 h 45 | / 25 |
SpeakingTest in three parts:
|
Approximately 15 minutes preparation: 0 h 10 (Only for the 3rd part of the test ) |
/ 25 |
Total duration of all tests: 1 hour 55
Total mark out of 100.
Overall pass mark : 50/100
Pass mark per test : 5/25