C-Test at the University of Tübingen: format and levels
The University of Tübingen places students in its language courses with a C-Test, English included. Tübingen is one of the few universities that publishes which score matches which level. Here are the facts from the university’s page, each with its source.
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C-Test Prep is not part of any university. Dates and rules can change; the university’s own page is always authoritative.
Key facts
| Format | 5 short texts ("testlets") of 25 gaps each, of varying difficulty |
|---|---|
| Time | 25 minutes; allow at least 30 minutes for the whole session |
| Where | on site during opening hours; you sign up for the test at the information desk |
| Who | students (with their student ID number) and university staff |
| How often | once per testing period |
| Testing periods | usually mid-January to the end of February and mid-June to the beginning of September |
| Result | on screen right away; in ALMA the next working day. There is no written confirmation, so write it down yourself. |
| Validity | one calendar year |
Source: Universität Tübingen: Einstufungstests
Rules and limits
- The test only places you in a course level. It is not a language certificate and cannot be used for scholarship applications.
- Results from other institutions are not accepted, the Münster C-Test included.
- Some courses require a different score; it is given in the course description in ALMA.
- If you pass a course, you move on to the next one without a new test. If you have improved a lot, for example after a stay abroad, you may retake the test and skip a course.
Points and level
| Points | Level (CEFR) |
|---|---|
| 0–34 | A1 |
| 35–49 | A2 |
| 50–64 | B1 |
| 65–74 | B2.1 |
| 75–85 | B2.2 |
| 85 and above | C1 |
Source: Universität Tübingen: Einstufungstests
What this means for your preparation
- Five texts in 25 minutes is 5 minutes per text, less than in Münster (just over 6). Practise with a clock and move on after 5 minutes.
- One attempt per testing period and a result that lasts a year: a weak score stays with you for a long time. Practise before, not in the real test.
- We also use the Tübingen table below for your estimated level in the C-Test Prep simulation. The simulation itself has the Münster format: 4 texts, 100 gaps.
- For practice, Tübingen itself links to the Münster online demo and a sample as a PDF.
Frequently asked questions
How many points do I need for B2 in Tübingen?
65 to 74 points match B2.1, 75 to 85 points B2.2. Some courses require a different score; it is given in the course description.
Does my Münster C-Test count in Tübingen?
No. Tübingen does not accept results from other institutions; you take the test on site in Tübingen.
Do I get a certificate for my result?
No. The result appears on screen and in ALMA the next working day. The test is not a language certificate, for example for scholarships.