A2 Key Certificate

The KET is a qualification at the basic level, demonstrating your ability to communicate in simple English situations.

The KET certificate confirms that you can understand simple English texts, short messages, and basic spoken instructions, as well as communicate in familiar situations. Furthermore, you are qualified to comprehend basic idiomatic expressions, introduce yourself, and respond to simple questions about yourself as a person.

The Cambridge Institut Munich offers the exam as a computer-based (CB) format.

Course Details

WHERE

Cambridge Institut München, ggf. externe Location in Münchner Innenstadt Cambridge Institut Munich, possibly at an external location in Munich city center

WHEN

Once or twice a year. Written and Speaking on the same day. Except for high number of registrations, speaking possibly on the day before.

GROUP SIZE

At least 3 people Maximum size depends on the exam format and capacity

FEE

160 € After the registration deadline: plus €55 late registration fee; Acceptance subject to availability

LEVELS

COMPLETION

Cambridge English Certificate A2 Key (KET)

DATES

05.09.25

A2 Key (KET) (CB) Reg. until 22.08, results from 19.09

17.01.25

A2 Key (KET) for Schools (CB) Reg. until 03.01, results from 31.01

CB = computer-based. Exam is taken on computer at the test center.Book Now

Exam Preparation

Exam format

Reading and Writing (70 minutes)
Listening (approximately 30 minutes)
Speaking (maximum 10 minutes)

Preparation
The Cambridge Institut Munich offers English intensive courses to further develop existing English skills and reach the required language level for the A2 Key exam. In a private training you may focus on the test format and get familiar with the its structure.

Self-study materials
Various workbooks with solutions and audio content are available for self-study. These materials can be found in major bookstores and online.

Sample tests
Free sample tests are available for preparation.

1) Sample test for A2 Key paper-based

2) Beispieltest für A2 Key computer-based. Vor dem Start des Beispieltest empfiehlt es sich, ein Tutorial zum genauen Ablauf anzusehen.

Reading and Writing sample test
Listening sample test

Answer keys:

Solution approaches and examiner comments for the Reading and Writing Test 9 can be found in the A2 Key for Schools Handbook.

Information brochure
For more information about the A2 Key certificate, refer to the A2 Key Candidates Booklet.

Intensive Course