DELF / DALF Diplomas

DELF and DALF diplomas are awarded by the French Ministry of Education, recognised internationally and valid for life.

There are 6 different exam levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2) depending on a candidate's language skills.

The exam takes places on-site at the Alliance Française Cambridge.
You will receive your results three months after the end of your exam session.
Please note that official diplomas are to be collected in our premises six months after the end of your exam session.

Cancellations after the final registration date will not be refunded in full or in part.

Cancellations no later than one day before the registration deadline must be given in writing and are subject to a £50 cancellation fee.

Next examinations (as places are limited, we recommend to register as soon as possible):

Exam	Dates	Registration Deadline	Price	Results	Bookings
DELF B1	4th of December 2024 Written exam: 1.45pm - 3.55pm Oral exam date and time TBC	Nov 01	£125.00	Jan 31 , 2025	FULLY BOOKED
DELF B2	5th of December 2024 Written exam: 1.45pm - 4.30pm Oral exam : Friday 6th of December 2024	Nov 01	£140.00	Jan 31 , 2025	FULLY BOOKED

DELF A1

Directed at candidates planning to prove a level of French.

Test

READING 30 minutes | 4 exercises

WRITING 30 minutes | 4 exercises

LISTENING 20 minutes | 4 exercises

SPEAKING 5-7 minutes with 10 minutes of preparation | 3 parts

DELF A2

Directed at candidates planning to prove a level of French.

Test

READING 30 minutes | 4 exercises

WRITING 45 minutes | 2 exercises

LISTENING 25 minutes | 4 exercises

SPEAKING 6-8 minutes with 10 minutes of preparation | 3 parts

DELF B1

Directed at candidates planning to apply for French nationality.

Test

READING 45 minutes | 2 exercises

WRITING 45 minutes | 1 exercise

LISTENING 25 minutes | 3 exercises

SPEAKING 15 minutes with 10 minutes of preparation | 3 parts

DELF B2

Directed at candidates planning to apply for a French, a European or a francophone university, or some Grandes-Écoles.

Test

READING 60 minutes | 2 exercises

WRITING 60 minutes | 1 exercise

LISTENING 30 minutes | 2 exercises

SPEAKING 20 minutes with 30 minutes of preparation | 2 parts

DALF C1

Directed at candidates planning to apply for a French, a European or a francophone university, or some Grandes-Écoles.

Test

READING 50 minutes | 1 exercise

WRITING 2 hours 30 minutes | 2 exercises

LISTENING 40 minutes | 2 exercises

SPEAKING 30 minutes with 60 minutes of preparation | 2 parts

DALF C2

Directed at candidates planning to apply for a French, a European or a francophone university, or some Grandes-Écoles.

Test

READING / WRITING 3 hours 30 minutes | 1 exercise

LISTENING / SPEAKING 30 minutes with 60 minutes of preparation | 3 exercises

Contact our examination officer for more information: exam.alliance.cam@gmail.com

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For more information on the DELF/DALF diploma, visit the France Education International website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What score do I need to pass?

To pass your DELF or DALF diploma, you need to obtain at least 50% as well as a minimum of 5/25 for each test (listening, writing, speaking and reading).

How long does it take to receive my diploma?

Note that we cannot send diplomas by post. Diploma collection is at Alliance Française Cambridge, 1 Red Cross Lane CB2 0QU. It usually takes 6 months for diplomas to be sent from Paris.

What should I bring for the exam?

a valid form of ID (passport, driving licence, national ID card - please note bank / gym / membership / student cards will not be accepted).
your statement of entry (printed or digital).
a bottle of water
black or blue pens (no pen will be provided – please note candidates must write in blue or black ink on their exam paper).
a watch to check the time between each test (remember that your phone will be switched off).

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