A Goethe exam study plan turns vague "I should study" into weekly actions. Use these templates for B1 or B2 — adjust intensity if you're far from target level.
Which timeline to pick
- 4 weeks: Already near pass level; need format practice and polish.
- 8 weeks: Solid B1/B2 course completed; need exam-specific training.
- 12 weeks: Still building core level; combine textbook + exam practice.
4-week intensive plan
| Week | Focus |
|---|---|
| 1 | Learn format; 1 skill per day timed; 1 half mock exam |
| 2 | Full mock exam #1; analyse weak skill; daily Hören + Schreiben |
| 3 | Full mock exams #2–3; Sprechen practice with partner 3× |
| 4 | Mock exam #4; light review only; rest day before exam |
8-week standard plan
Weeks 1–2: Format study + vocabulary by theme (work, health, media). Daily 30 min Lesen, 20 min Hören.
Weeks 3–4: Add timed Schreiben weekly; Sprechen recordings. First full mock at end of week 4.
Weeks 5–6: One full mock per week; double time on lowest skill.
Weeks 7–8: Two mocks total; exam simulation including speaking; taper fatigue.
12-week foundation plan
Weeks 1–4: Coursebook units + grammar review. Light Modellprüfung Teile on weekends.
Weeks 5–8: Shift to exam tasks only. Introduce full mocks every 2 weeks.
Weeks 9–12: Weekly full exams; target ≥ 65 on mocks before booking real test.
Daily habits (all plans)
- 15–20 min Hören without pausing
- 1 short Lesen text with questions
- Review errors in a notebook — patterns beat random drills
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