ÖSD

The Austrian Language Diploma German is an exam for German as a Foreign Language (DaF) of the Republic of Austria, which is funded by the state and offered internationally. The test content and procedures correspond to international framework guidelines and level descriptions.

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The ÖSD is of international importance as proof of German language skills and is recognised as qualification by universities, training institutions and employers in many countries. There is one exam date per academic year at the university.

 

NEXT EXAM DATE

  • Friday, 13 June 2025 (registration until, 16th Mai 2025)

REGISTRATION

Please register via our online platform at least four weeks before the exam date.

The ÖSD exam can only be taken at treffpunkt sprachen by registered or co-registered students and staff of the University of Graz, as we are an internal exam center. External candidates cannot take the ÖSD exam at treffpunkt sprachen (see list of exam centers on the ÖSD website).

 

TESTING SEQUENCE

  • Reading
  • Listening
  • Writing
  • Oral Exam

The ÖSD Certificate for level C1 is recognised as proof of German language skills for regular admission at the University of Graz.

Testing Levels and Fees

  • € 120 ÖSD ZA1

  • € 130 ÖSD ZA2

  • € 140 ÖSD ZDÖB1

  • € 150 ÖSD ZB2

  • € 160 ÖSD ZC1
Information / Downloads

Contact

Ms
Alexandra Tzivanopoulos

alexandra.tzivanopoulos(at)uni-graz.at

+43 316 380 - 2699
Mon to Thu 10 am – 12 noon