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The examinations for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek language in Sydney take place at Macquarie University, which is a certified examination centre (61006) by the Centre for Greek Language in Thessaloniki, Greece.
The Certificate of Attainment in Greek is the only official state certification, which confirms the knowledge of Greek as a foreign/second language at six levels, corresponding to the levels of the Common European Framework (CEFR). It is recognized by all member states of the European Union, but also by NESA (New South Wales Education Standards Authority).
More information on the Certificate of Attainment in Greek language can be found in the page Greek Language Certification or you can email us at: greekcertificate.sydney@mq.edu.au
1. Schedule, Fees & Registration Period of Examinations for the Certificates of Attainment in Greek
Examinations at all levels for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek are held once a year, in mid-May at Macquarie University campus, at North Ryde.
Written sections take place on weekdays. The Oral Exams take place on the same date or after the written section.
Please find below the dates, fees, and registration periods for the upcoming examinations for the Certificates of Attainment in Greek:
Registration Period: 1st February 2025 – 20th March 2025
| Levels | Exam Dates | Exam Fees | Examination Centre |
|---|---|---|---|
| Α1 (for children 8–12) | Tuesday 20th May, 2025 | $155 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
| A1 (for adolescents and adults) | Tuesday 20th May, 2025 | $155 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
| A2 | Tuesday 20th May, 2025 | $155 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
| B1 | Thursday 22nd May, 2025 | $155 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
| B2 | Wednesday 21st May, 2025 | $170 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
| Γ1 (C1) | Wednesday 21st May, 2025 | $170 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
| Γ2 (C2) | Thursday 22nd May, 2025 | $170 | Macquarie University Sydney, NSW 2109 |
2. Registering Steps
Step 1: Check language levels and exam dates.
Step 2: Pay online the exam registration fee equivalent to the candidate's exam language level: https://payments.mq.edu.au/onestopweb/GREEKEXAM
Step 3: Complete the online candidate application form, ensuring the name you enter matches the identity documents of the candidate: http://www.greek-language.gr/certification/application/index.html
3. Workshops
The Modern Greek Studies Program of Macquarie University is organising two free online Greek workshops in partnership with Sydney Institute for Community Languages Education, University of Sydney.
1st Workshop: Certificate of Attainment in Greek 2023
Date: Thursday 16 March 2023
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm (Sydney time)
Presenters:
- Mr Panagiotis Dagopoulos, representative of the Centre for the Greek Language in Thessaloniki
Presentation title: Important information about the Certificate of Attainment in Greek - Ms Adamantia Tserentzoulia, Assistant Coordinator of the Examination Centre Sydney.
Presentation title: “Enhancing students’ reading skills: Practical examples on the Greek language exams”
2nd Workshop: Certificate of Attainment in Greek 2023
Date: Saturday 1 April 2023
Time: 4:30pm – 6:00 pm (Sydney time)
Presenter:
- Ms Adamantia Tserentzoulia, Assistant Coordinator of the Examination Centre Sydney
Presentation title: "Enhancing students’ writing skills: Practical examples on the Greek language exams"
Register here for one or both workshops: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=fuOzgnGBXUixCzja5-0UqFIQCa53fwdIq8ZYPm_E8yZUMDY2Rk82UFYxR0ZaVFJSMU1RWU5IWVU1Ry4u
4. Useful Resources
1. Information in English for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek
https://www.greek-language.gr/greekLang/certification/index.html
2. Samples of Exam papers
https://www.greek-language.gr/certification/node/12.html
3. Samples of placement tests
https://www.greek-language.gr/certification/tests/index.html
4. Recourses for the exams preparation
https://www.greek-language.gr/certification/dbs/index.html
5. FAQs
How can I apply?
There are 2 steps for a candidate to apply for the Exams for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek language:
Step 1: Pay online the exam registration fee equivalent to the candidate's exam language level: https://payments.mq.edu.au/onestopweb/GREEKEXAM
Step 2: Complete the online candidate application form, ensuring the name you enter matches the identity documents of the candidate: http://www.greek-language.gr/certification/application/index.html
What if I have a question about the procedure?
If you have any questions about the procedure, even as you complete the steps in the process, contact us via email greekcertificate.sydney@mq.edu.au.
Can I see the status of my registration after I have applied?
Once you complete your registration you will be sent updates on the status of your application. For example, any changes to the date of the examination, if these occur, will be communicated to you via email.
Is there any age limit to be a candidate for the Exams for the Certificate of Attainment in Greek?
Candidates who have turned 8 years old by May 31st of each examination year, have the right to participate in the exams. There is no other age restriction. However, candidates under the age of 16 should not be encouraged to take the B2, C1 and C2 level exams, as the content of the exams requires knowledge and experience that young candidates do not have.