Österreichisches Sprachdiplom Exam Preparation

    Österreichisches Sprachdiplom

    ÖSD Exam Prep

    The standard for Austrian universities and immigration

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    Levels covered:
    A1
    A2
    B1
    B2

    260

    Mock Exams

    2000+

    Practice Items

    150 min

    B1 Exam Duration

    3 countries

    Recognised In

    The ÖSD (Austrian Language Diploma) is jointly recognised by the Austrian, German, and Swiss governments. It is the certificate of choice for applicants to Austrian universities and Austrian immigration. ÖSD exams may use Austrian vocabulary and pronunciation, making it ideal for those planning to live in Austria.

    Exam Sections

    Every part of the ÖSD exam, practiced end to end

    Hören (Listening)

    Understand conversations and announcements with Austrian-accented German.

    • Teil 1–3: Multiple choice, matching, fill-in
    • 30–40 minutes

    Lesen (Reading)

    Read and understand texts including Austrian cultural and public-life topics.

    • Teil 1–3: Global understanding, detail matching, gap-fill
    • 30–40 minutes

    Schreiben (Writing)

    Write forum posts, formal letters, and argumentative essays.

    • Teil 1–3: Forum post, formal letter, opinion essay
    • 45–60 minutes

    Sprechen (Speaking)

    Interview and short monologue on a familiar topic.

    • Teil 1–3: Self-introduction, monologue, discussion
    • 15–20 minutes, individual or pair

    What you get

    Built for serious ÖSD candidates

    • ÖSD-formatted mock exams with realistic timing and Austrian context
    • Austrian German vocabulary and cultural references in listening texts
    • AI-powered feedback for Schreiben tasks at every level
    • Sprechen practice aligned with the official ÖSD scoring rubric
    • Progress tracking against the official ÖSD pass threshold
    • Mutual recognition with Goethe and telc across DACH countries

    Common questions

    Is ÖSD accepted in Germany?

    Yes. ÖSD certificates are mutually recognised with Goethe and telc in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. They are accepted for visa, university, and citizenship purposes.

    Which ÖSD level do I need for Austrian citizenship?

    Austrian citizenship generally requires B1 (ÖSD Zertifikat B1). Universities typically require B2 depending on the study programme.

    Does ÖSD test Austrian German?

    Yes, ÖSD exams may use Austrian vocabulary, pronunciation, and cultural references. Our preparation materials cover these differences.

    Can I use ÖSD for Ausbildung in Germany?

    Yes. ÖSD B1 is accepted for Ausbildung applications and German visa purposes, just like Goethe and telc certificates.

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