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B1 Nt2 Programma I Practice Guide
Prepare for B1 Nt2 Programma I with reading, listening, speaking, and writing practice, official score and fee checks, and a weekly study route.
Staatsexamen Nt2 Programma I is a B1 Dutch as a second language state exam. It focuses on four language skills: writing, speaking, reading, and listening.
B1 practice should feel more independent than A2. You need to understand longer texts, follow spoken information, explain opinions or problems, and write functional messages with enough detail.
Official Programma I facts to keep straight
- Level
- Staatsexamens Nt2 describes Programma I as B1, aimed at work or study around mbo 3 or mbo 4 level.
- Parts
- The state exam has four language parts: Writing, Speaking, Reading, and Listening.
- Passing score
- Staatsexamens Nt2 says you need a score of at least 500 for an exam part.
- Cost
- The official payment page currently lists EUR 50 per component, so a complete four-part exam is EUR 200. Check the official page again before registering because fees can change.
Official details to recheck before you register
- Whether Programma I is the correct level for your goal or integration route.
- The current fee and payment options on the official payment page.
- The minimum score rules and how results are reported.
- Any registration or exam-day instructions from DUO or Staatsexamens Nt2.
Questions this guide answers
- What should I practice for Staatsexamen Nt2 Programma I?
- How is B1 reading or listening different from A2 inburgering practice?
- Which B1 skills should I train together?
- How do I know when to move from single-skill practice to complete practice tests?
B1 practice focus
| Skill | Train this | Dutch Exams page |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | Find main ideas and specific details in longer practical texts | B1 reading exams |
| Listening | Understand conversations and messages about work, school, and daily life | B1 listening exams |
| Speaking | Give short and medium-length answers with reasons | B1 speaking exams |
| Writing | Write sentences, short messages, and practical texts | B1 writing exams |
How B1 differs from A2
- Texts are longer and contain more detail.
- Answers often need a reason, explanation, or sequence.
- Vocabulary is less limited to very common daily words.
- You need better control of word order and connectors.
Recommended path
Start with reading and listening to build topic vocabulary. Then practice speaking and writing with the same topics so you can actively use the words you recognize.
Weekly B1 practice routine
| Day | Focus | Output |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reading | Underline topic words and write a one-sentence summary |
| 2 | Listening | Write the main idea and two important details |
| 3 | Speaking | Record answers with a reason, example, or next step |
| 4 | Writing | Write a practical message and check word order |
| 5 | Mixed review | Repeat the two weakest question types with a timer |