Who can participate?

The Oxford Test of English (OTE) is open for all students currently enrolled in a degree programme at institutions of higher eduacation in the area.

What do I have to consider?

• Registrations for a test date are limited and can be made as long as places are available.
• In case of high demand, additional test sessions may be opened.
• Registration must be made within the registration period (see registration deadlines).
• Your registration is binding after you have received a confirmation email from us.
• The test center reserves the right to cancel a test session in the unlikely event that a minimum number of participants has not been reached by the end of the registration period.
• Previously registered participants will be informed promptly and will be asked to attend the next available test session or may request a refund of the registration fee.
• Any further claims are excluded.

Score: How to read the test results?

The OTE scale corresponds to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

You are given both a score for each module and an overall score which provides your general level of English.

Can I fail the test?

No. The OTE is not a pass-or-fail test. The test results show the level of reading and listening comprehension as well as the ability to speak and write English.

When and how do I get the results?

Your results for the Listening and Reading modules will be available immediately after the test.

Your results for Speaking and Writing will be ready within 14 days.

Sign in to your personal account in the Oxford University Press system to see your results and print out your certificate.

However, it is of course possible not to achieve the required number of points for a certain level, which is required as proof of language ability for a certain purpose.

How do I apply for special requirements?

Complete the Special Requirements Request Form and email the form to sprachkurse@uni-due.de. We will try our best to accommodate your request.

A request for visual display or physical access changes must be made at least one month before your test date. This includes changes to the test room layout or workstation.

A request for extra time, breaks between modules or a private test session must be made at least three months before your test date

For more information about Oxford University Press’s ongoing commitment to making the Oxford Test of English accessible to as many test takers as possible, see the Special Requirements Policy.

Fees

Students: 120 €

Cancellation fee: 45 €

You must pay the registration fee by bank transfer. Payment instructions are included in the confirmation email following your registration.

Further questions?