What changes from A1
- The passé composé arrives properly — you describe what happened, not only what is.
- Texts lengthen and become less predictable, though still everyday.
- Writing asks for two short pieces rather than a form and a sentence.
- Speaking includes an exchange of information rather than only answers.
Where A2 is accepted
A2 appears in some residence applications and occasionally as a university's expectation alongside an English-taught programme. It is not sufficient for a French-taught degree, where B2 is the norm.
If your goal is study in French, plan the route to B2 from the beginning. A2 to B1 and B1 to B2 are each substantial steps, and B2 is where admission becomes possible.
A2 — FAQs
2 questions
It can support an application, but the requirement depends on your course and visa category.
The passé composé, and with it the ability to narrate.
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Sources
Written from the test board's own published material and checked on 1 October 2026.