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Key Facts: MATSEC AM German Exam
AM 14
Official MATSEC Advanced subject code
MATSEC 2026 syllabi catalogue
A–E / F
Subject grade scale (A highest pass; F fail)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
30 / 24 / 18 / 12 / 6
AM grade points for grades A / B / C / D / E
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
44
Minimum total grade points for Matriculation Certificate (with required subject mix)
Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025
EUR 45
Revision of Paper fee at AM level (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
EUR 35
Late registration fee per subject (from 2026 sessions fee schedule)
MATSEC Examination Fees document
100
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MATSEC Advanced Matriculation German (AM 14) is a University of Malta MATSEC subject assessed under the 2026 syllabus (Written papers (2h + 3h + 3h components) + oral 10–12 minutes). Results use grades A–E (pass) or F; AM grade points contribute to the Matriculation Certificate (minimum 44 points). The 100 questions on this page are an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official MATSEC format simulation.
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1According to the MATSEC AM German 2026 scheme, Paper I (writing tasks) carries what share of the global mark?
2Paper I Part 1 requires an essay of approximately how many words?
3Which three text types must appear among the six Paper I essay titles?
4In Paper I essay marking (36 marks), which criterion carries the most marks?
5For an argumentative AM essay, which learning outcome is most central?
6Paper I Part 2 communicative writing (150–200 words). Which task type is NOT listed in AM 14?
7Which German salutation is most appropriate for a formal Bewerbungsbrief to unknown HR staff?
8Complete a formal closing for a job application email: « _____ »
9In a Beschwerdebrief, which sequence best matches AM communicative writing expectations?
10Which sentence best suits a formal newspaper Leserbrief reacting to an article?
About the MATSEC AM German Exam
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) German — AM 14 (2026) is administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board (University of Malta). Advanced Matriculation subjects form part of the Matriculation Certificate pathway (two Advanced Level subjects, three Intermediate Level subjects and Systems of Knowledge, with group restrictions and a minimum of 44 grade points; AM grade points A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6). Assessment for AM 14 follows the official 2026 syllabus scheme: Paper I free/communicative writing (2 hours, 20% of global mark); Paper II listening and related tasks (3 hours components per scheme); Paper III reading, literary and cultural awareness (3 hours); Paper IV oral (10–12 minutes). Available in September. This practice bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation of syllabus knowledge and judgment, not an official paper simulation or substitute for required oral, practical, performance, coursework or project work.
Exam sponsor: MATSEC Examinations Board, University of Malta. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Paper I free/communicative writing (2 hours, 20% of global mark); Paper II listening and related tasks (3 hours components per scheme); Paper III reading, literary and cultural awareness (3 hours); Paper IV oral (10–12 minutes). Available in September.
Time Limit
Written papers (2h + 3h + 3h components) + oral 10–12 minutes
Passing Score
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Exam / Certification Fees
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
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German free writing and composition
German free writing and composition
Listening comprehension
Listening comprehension
Reading and language awareness
Reading and language awareness
Literary and cultural awareness
Literary and cultural awareness
Oral communication in German
Oral communication in German
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What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
- Assessment: Paper I free/communicative writing (2 hours, 20% of global mark); Paper II listening and related tasks (3 hours components per scheme); Paper III reading, literary and cultural awareness (3 hours); Paper IV oral (10–12 minutes). Available in September.
- Time limit: Written papers (2h + 3h + 3h components) + oral 10–12 minutes
- Exam / certification fees: The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable. Official sources
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What is MATSEC Advanced Matriculation German?
Malta Advanced Matriculation (AM) German — AM 14 (2026) is an Advanced Matriculation subject administered by the MATSEC Examinations Board at the University of Malta under the official 2026 syllabus (AM 14). Advanced subjects contribute grade points toward the Matriculation Certificate (A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6).
How is MATSEC AM German assessed?
Paper I free/communicative writing (2 hours, 20% of global mark); Paper II listening and related tasks (3 hours components per scheme); Paper III reading, literary and cultural awareness (3 hours); Paper IV oral (10–12 minutes). Available in September. Official papers are not fixed multiple-choice totals.
How much does MATSEC AM registration cost?
The MATSEC Examination Fees schedule applicable from the 2026 sessions publishes no base registration fee per subject; only additional charges are listed — late registration EUR 35 per subject, very late registration EUR 70 per subject, Revision of Paper at Advanced Matriculation (AM) level EUR 45, and change in school EUR 35. Examination fees are not refundable.
What grades and points apply at Advanced Level?
Subject results are graded A, B, C, D, E (pass, A highest) or F (fail). For the Matriculation Certificate, Advanced Level grade points are: A=30, B=24, C=18, D=12, E=6. The Certificate requires among other criteria a minimum total of 44 grade points from the required subject combination within five years (Matriculation Examination Regulations 2025).
Are these official MATSEC examination questions?
No. Official MATSEC AM German uses the written/oral/practical/coursework components set in the AM 14 syllabus—not a fixed multiple-choice paper. This bank is an original English-language MCQ study adaptation for syllabus knowledge practice only.