What is Delf ?

DEFINITION OF THE DELF The DELF (Diplôme d'études en langue française) is an examination set by the French Ministry of National Education. An official diploma issued by the French Government

It is an official diploma with nation-wide rules comparable to the French baccalaureate. The DELF certifies the French skills of foreign students. It consists of 6 independent diplomas corresponding to the 6 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (the CEFR).

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE DELF: Depending on your level, you can register directly for the examination of your choice. At each level 4 skills are assessed: aural comprehension, oral expression, written comprehension and written expression.

A1A2B1B2 Oral comprehensionAnswer questions about 3 or 4 very short recordings relating to everyday situations (heard twice). Maximum length of the recordings: 3 minutes Answer questions about 3 or 4 short recordings relating to everyday situations (heard twice). Maximum length of the recordings: 5 minutes Answer questions about 3 recordings (heard twice). Maximum length of the recordings: 6 minutes Answer questions about 2 recordings : - an interview / news bulletin (heard once) and a report - lecture / speech / documentary / radio or TV program (heard twice). Maximum length of the recordings: 8 minutes Written comprehension Answer questions about about 4 or 5 written texts relating to everyday situations. Answer questions about 3 or 4 short written texts relating to everyday situations. Answer questions about 2 written texts: - extract useful information about a given task - analyze a text of general interest. Answer questions about 2 written texts : - a factual text about France or the French- speaking world - a text putting forward an argument. TYPES OF TESTS

Written expressionWritten expression : - fill out a form and compose simple sentences - r(postcards, messages, captions) on everyday subjects. Compose two brief written items (informal letter or message) - describe an event or personal experiences; - write a note of invitation, thanks, apology, enquiry, information, congratulations. Express your own opinion on a general subject (essay, letter, article). Argue your personal opinion (contribution to a debate, formal letter, critical article). Oral expressionA three-part test : - a guided interview, - an exchange of information - a simulated dialogue. A three-part test : - a guided interview, - an exchange of information, - a simulated dialogue. A three-part test : - a guided interview - an interactive exercise - and the expression of an opinion in reaction to a text. Presentation and defense of an opinion in reaction to a short text. NotesTotal length of all the tests: 1 hour 20 minutes. Maximum mark: 100 Minimum pass mark: 50 / 100 Minimum mark required per test: 5/25 Total length of all the tests: 1 hour 40 minutes. Maximum mark: 100 Minimum pass mark: 50 / 100 Minimum mark required per test: 5/25 Total length of all the tests: 1 hour 45 minutes. Maximum mark: 100 Minimum pass mark: 50 / 100 Minimum mark required per test: 5/25 Total length of all the tests: 2 hour 30 minutes. Maximum mark: 100 Minimum pass mark: 50 / 100 Minimum mark required per test: 5/25

DELF’S HISTORY AT BEDAYIA

DELF JUNIOR A1 AT CAPITAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

DELF JUNIOR A1 AT BEDAYIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

DELF PRIM A1.1 AT BEDAYIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

HOSTED SCHOOLS AT BEDAYIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

DELF’S EXAM AT BEDAYIA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

DELF’S CEREMONIES

WHY ARE DELF AND DALF SO USEFUL? If you’re not yet sold out on the idea of getting a DELF certification, here are some (awesome!) reasons why you ought to be considering it: TThe certification is officially recognized everywhere in the world! IIt will look super great on your CV! IIt is an official recognition of your kick-ass French language skills. IIt doesn’t expire and you can use it until the rest of your stay on this earth. NNothing says you’re fluent with a language than having the papers to show for it! IIt opens up opportunities for you in French-speaking countries. IIt is accepted in French universities (B2 level and higher). IIt supports your claim that you are an awesome, highly-accomplished individual (and that you rock in speaking French!) IIt can help you in advancing your career.