Preparing for DELTA

Prepare independently using reference books

These Cambridge titles will help you study for DELTA Modules 1 and 2:

• Testing for Language Teachers, Third edition
• Grammar for English Language Teachers, Second edition
• Approaches and Methods in Language Teaching, Third edition
• About Language, Second edition
• Teaching and Developing Reading Skills
• Teaching and Developing Writing Skills

Develop your skills through classroom observation

You can also prepare by:

• Observing other teachers to experience new techniques, materials and resources
• Asking colleagues to observe your teaching and give constructive feedback

You'll find guidance on lesson observation, along with other professional development tips in:

Jack C Richards' 50 Tips for Teacher Development

Consider your strengths and weaknesses as a teacher

You can use the Cambridge English Teaching Framework to help you determine your strengths and weaknesses.

Learn more

Module 1 sample tests

These sample tests show you what a full test paper will look like and the types of questions that will appear. The examination report describes how candidates performed in these tests and offers you guidance on how to prepare for your examination.

DELTA Module 1 sample paper 1

DELTA Module 1 sample paper 2

DELTA Module 1 exam report

Accessibility

Standard size DELTA Module 1 exam papers

By default, DELTA Module 1 exam papers are written with a font size of Arial 11 point for all rubrics. However, in every session there will be material reproduced from other sources. The print on these materials is likely to be smaller than 11 point and in different font styles. If you think this might be challenging for you to work with, please speak to your centre as soon as possible to discuss using the A3 unmodified version.

A3 size DELTA Module 1 exam papers

DELTA Module 1 exam papers are available as A3 unmodified versions. This means that the question paper is enlarged to A3 size. This is not modified large print and the material you see in the question paper which is reproduced from other sources (e.g. published coursebooks, learner work in original handwriting, articles from newspapers or online sources etc.) may not be fully accessible to you if you have a severe vision impairment. Please speak to your centre and they will contact us for further advice and help.

The DELTA handbook provides an overview of what’s in each module, details of assessment, and sample papers and answers to help you prepare.

DELTA handbook

Plagiarism Information Document

Guidance for the use of AI in written assignments

DELTA Module Three – Specialism and ELTM Options Examination Report

DELTA syllabus

The DELTA syllabus provides information about the course aims, content and learning outcomes.

DELTA syllabus