CCSE stands for Constitutional and Sociocultural Aspects of Spain (Conocimientos Constitucionales y Socioculturales de España). This exam demonstrates a candidate’s knowledge of the Spanish Constitution and different aspects of Spanish life and culture.

This exam has 25 questions and it is divided in two parts:

• Spanish Government, law and citizenship (60%)
  • 10 multiple-choice questions about the Government, its power and institutions, and the basic laws and mechanisms for citizen participation.
  • 3 true/false questions about the rights and duties of Spanish citizens.
  • 2 multiple-choice questions about the geographical and political territorial organization of Spain.
• Spanish culture, history and society (40%)
  • 3 multiple-choice questions about traditions, culture and important historical events in Spain.
  • 7 multiple-choice questions about daily life aspects and social behavior. Knowledge about Spanish administrative formalities.

Those wanting to obtain the Spanish citizenship.

The CCSE exam takes place the last Thursday of each month between 18.00 and 20.00 h (except the months of August and December).

All our centers have been designated exam centers by FEDELE and the Instituto Cervantes in Spain and all our teachers are examiners for CCSE exams.

• Correct answers: 1 point
• Wrong answers: 0 points (there are no penalties for incorrect answers)

The exam consists of 25 closed-ended answer questions, 15 of which must be answered correctly.

Once you have completed the exam, you will have to wait around 20 days before obtaining your results via email.

The candidates have two opportunities to pass the exam. If they don’t get the certificate in the first sitting, they will have a second chance within 18 months after the enrollment date.