Test your English skills with Berlitz Augsburg
Would you like to know how good your English is today? The free Berlitz online placement test gives you an initial assessment of your English skills. It assesses your vocabulary, grammar, listening and reading comprehension and helps you better understand your current language level.
How the free English placement test at Berlitz Augsburg works
- Read the instructions on the test welcome screen carefully. Select Berlitz Augsburg as your language school when registering.
- Allow around 15–30 minutes for the English placement test and complete it without interruption.
- Your overall result will be displayed as soon as you finish. You will then receive a detailed assessment by email.
School English, comprehension and active speaking
Even if you have not spoken English for some time, much of what you learned at school may still be there. You might understand English texts easily or follow conversations well, yet struggle to find the right words when speaking yourself.
At Berlitz Augsburg, we can also assess how confidently you use English in conversation through a personal oral assessment.
English placement test: understanding your level from A1 to C2
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) distinguishes six proficiency levels from A1 to C2. These describe how confidently you can use English in different situations. The following examples help you better understand your English level.
English A1–A2: basic knowledge and everyday situations
At these levels, you can ask and answer simple questions, understand familiar expressions and have short conversations. If you learned English in the past, returning to it often involves refreshing the knowledge you already have.
English B1–B2: communicating independently in English
You can talk about familiar topics, describe experiences and increasingly follow more complex conversations. Your comprehension may already be more developed than your ability to speak English spontaneously.
English C1–C2: advanced English skills
At the higher proficiency levels, you can understand complex content, express yourself precisely and adapt your language flexibly to different situations.
Berlitz also uses its own scale of ten language levels. Our overview of Berlitz language levels and CEFR levels explains how they relate to the CEFR.
What would you like to achieve with your English skills?
Your English placement test result is a useful starting point. It also matters why you want to learn English: for everyday life, travel or work. Different course formats can suit different goals.
- English evening courses in Augsburg: Learn regularly in a small group with others at a similar proficiency level.
- Private English lessons: Content, pace and areas of focus are tailored to your personal goals.
- Online English courses: Learn English flexibly online, including for workplace situations such as meetings, phone calls and presentations.
You can explore all the learning options on our English courses in Augsburg page.
Personal English assessment at Berlitz Augsburg
Alongside the online placement test, Berlitz Augsburg also offers a personal oral assessment of your English skills. In a short conversation, we work with you to establish how confidently you use English and which language course suits your existing knowledge.
We will then be happy to offer personal advice, without obligation, on our English courses in Augsburg and the different learning options.
Request a personal English assessmentFrequently asked questions about the free English placement test
Can I use the placement test to check the English I learned at school?
Yes. Even if you left school some time ago, the online placement test can help you find out which English skills you still have. The result helps you assess your current level.
How does the English placement test help me determine my English level?
The test assesses your vocabulary, grammar, listening and reading comprehension. Your results give you an initial assessment of your current English level.
Can I take the English placement test without enrolling on a course?
Yes. You can test your English online for free without having to enrol on an English course. If you have questions about your result afterwards, we will be happy to advise you personally at Berlitz Augsburg.
Can I test languages other than English online?
Yes. The free Berlitz online placement test is also available for German, French, Spanish and Italian. Further information is available on our German placement test page and in the overview of all online placement tests.
Questions about the English placement test in Augsburg? Contact us
Do you have questions about your English level, the free online placement test or our English courses in Augsburg? Simply send us a message using the form. We will be happy to get back to you.