TELC
The VOX Language School is a certified TELC examination center. We offer both group and individual lessons to prepare you as best as possible for the TELC exams, which you can take directly with us.
TELC certificates are required for integration and residence permits (A1, A2, B1), obtaining Swiss citizenship (B1), professional activities (B1, B2), access to universities (C1), and recognition of foreign diplomas (B2, C1).
Exam preparation
Our highly qualified teachers have a university background in linguistics and experience in the preparation for TELC language exams. Their expertise and experience ensure support for your success in language exams. Preparation is offered both in group courses and in individual lessons.
- Exam date: 09.10.2025
- Registration deadline: 10.09.2025
- The examination is divided into two parts: a written section and an oral section. Candidates are required to perform tasks that encompass all skills. The receptive component involves reading, listening, and language comprehension. Tasks may include multiple-choice questions or matching exercises. In the productive segment, which includes writing and speaking, candidates respond to prompts and express themselves either in written form or orally. During the oral examination, the emphasis is on direct interaction between candidates.
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| TELC C2 | subtest | number of parts | duration in minutes | additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | reading | 3 | 80 min | 20 min break |
| listening and writing | 1 | 60 min | ||
| writing | 1 | 90 min | ||
| Oral examination | speaking | 3 | approx. 15 min | 1 participant |
| 20 min preparation time | ||||
- Exam date: 16.10.2025
- Registration deadline: 17.09.2025
- The exam has written and oral sections. The written part includes reading, listening, and language tasks, such as multiple-choice and matching. For writing and speaking, candidates respond to prompts (e.g., pictures) either in writing or verbally. In the oral section, they interact with both a partner and the examiner.
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| TELC A1 | subtest | number of parts | duration in minutes | additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | listening | 3 | approx. 20 min | no break |
| reading | 3 | 45 min | ||
| writing | 2 | |||
| Oral examination | speaking | 3 | approx. 15 min | usually 4 test takers |
| no preparation time | ||||
- Exam date: 23.10.2025
- Registration deadline: 24.09.2025
- The exam has written and oral sections. The written part includes reading, listening, and language tasks, such as multiple-choice and matching. For writing and speaking, candidates respond to prompts (e.g., pictures) either in writing or verbally. In the oral section, they interact with both a partner and the examiner.
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| TELC A2 | subtest | number of parts | duration in minutes | additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | listening | 3 | approx. 20 min | no break |
| reading | 3 | 50 min | ||
| writing | 2 | |||
| Oral examination | speaking | 3 | approx. 15 min | usually 2 test takers |
| no preparation time | ||||
- Exam date: 30.10.2025
- Registration deadline: 29.09.2025
- The exam involves both written and oral exams. The reading, listening, and language elements sections assess receptive skills using tasks such as multiple-choice questions and text matching. Writing and speaking tasks measure productive skills. In these sections, candidates respond to prompts, like questions or images, either in writing or verbally.
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| TELC B1 | subtest | number of parts | duration in minutes | additional information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | reading | 3 | 90 min | no break |
| language elements | 2 | |||
| listening | 3 | approx. 30 min | ||
| writing | 1 | 30 min | ||
| Oral examination | speaking | 3 | approx. 15 min | pair examination |
| 20 min preparation time | ||||
If you didn't find any exam in the exams list, please fill out our non binding inquiry form, we might still be able to provide an exam for you.
Great experience. Teachers are way above any expectation and teaching method is simple effective. Merci
I am taking an A2 class and I can see that I am making good progress. The teacher (Yvonne) always comes to class well-prepared, and she explains things clearly. Our homework is corrected carefully with helpful comments. I also enjoy the small class size and the interactions with other students. Overall, a terrific course!
(Translated by Google) ⭐ 12/10 ⭐ A big thank you to Olga Chicholle for the excellent support! I was really impressed by your friendly manner, commitment and professionalism. You are doing a great job and I hope your boss appreciates your excellent work as well. All the best and continued success! Greetings, Daniel Wojdyla. (Original) ⭐ 12/10 ⭐ Ein großes Dankeschön an Olga Chicholle für die hervorragende Unterstützung! Ihre freundliche Art, Ihr Engagement und Ihre Professionalität haben mich wirklich beeindruckt. Sie machen einen großartigen Job, und ich hoffe, dass Ihr Chef Ihre hervorragende Arbeit ebenso zu schätzen weiß. Alles Gute und weiterhin viel Erfolg! Grüße, Daniel Wojdyla.
(Translated by Google) The teacher, Tanya, is very kind, understanding, flexible, and skilled at conveying information; I was never bored during the class. (Original) Die Lehrerin, Tanya, ist sehr nett, verständnisvoll, flexibel und geschickt in der Vermittlung von Informationen, mir war während des Unterrichts nie langweilig.
I highly recommend VOX-Sprachschule; I am currently finishing my online A1 German course with Olga, and it has been going great so far! Olga is very friendly and professional and makes sure that the classes are interesting and enjoyable. Looking forward to starting my A2 class next month!
(Translated by Google) It's very easy to understand and is progressing smoothly. (Original) 大変分かりやすく順調に進捗しています。
Most excellent place to learn German I have found. Good mix of teaching and speaking practice.
Very friendly and helpful. No hesitation to recommend their services
After a long research I found Vox sprachschule and it is definitely the best language course in Zurich. I have been taking English B2 course for 3 months and I definitely recommend it to everyone, I have benefited a lot. Mariia Fedorova is a very warm-blooded and very instructive teacher and I recommend you to take lessons from her if you have the opportunity.
(Translated by Google) I recommend classes with Professor Andersen. (Original) Je recommande les cours avec le professeur Andersen.
As a teacher working for VOX, I could not be happier about my experience here. Teaching to single students or small groups (max five people) allows me to adapt the lessons to their goals, maximize their progress, follow them up thoroughly and establish trustworthy, effective relationships. The focus is on speaking skills, which I consider crucial to prepare the students for contexts of real communication. The team is varied, multilingual, highly motivated and supportive: the students will always find someone that can fit with their timetable and requirements. Finally, the school has a clear ambition to grow, to develop and to provide an ever-improving service. From my point of view, highly recommended for both teachers and students.
(Translated by Google) Vox is an exemplary school that clearly strives for excellence at all levels. I highly recommend it! (Original) Vox es una escuela ejemplar que busca claramente la excelencia en todos los niveles. La recomiendo mucho!!
Quality teaching
Languages
For every language we teach at VOX-Sprachschule, we focus on speaking, as it is the most natural form of communication. Many people concentrate on writing and reading, which prevents them from feeling like they are making progress in their target language. We try to approach this learning process differently: when you train yourself to speak first, grammar simply becomes a tool to support you in your language-learning journey. Reading and writing should come naturally, while speaking needs to be practiced at least 15 minutes a day.
