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Theory course

Prepare for your theory exam on the first try: 6 hours in the classroom to master traffic rules, with a revision app valid for 1 year and a practice exam test. At our Cornavin branch, in the center of Geneva.

  • 6h classroom course
  • Revision app valid for 1 year
  • Practice test included
  • Cornavin Agency

What exactly is it?

The theory course prepares you for the driving licence theory exam; the exam takes place at the OCV in Geneva-Carouge, and the preparation at SDS. The course takes place in a classroom, in a group, at our Cornavin branch, just a stone's throw from the station.

Who is it for?

Anyone preparing for the car (category B) or motorcycle (category A) theory exam. The theory is common to both licences: only one exam, regardless of your vehicle. The course is also open to anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge of the road.

Is it mandatory?

The course is not mandatory, but the theory exam is. The course is the surest way to pass it the first time: every attempt at the OCV costs money, so you might as well only go once.

When should I take it?

Between your learner's permit application and your theory exam date. You take the course, revise with the free app, and then show up for the exam with confidence.

Your place in the licence journey

  1. 1 First aid
  2. 2 Learner's permit application
  3. 3 Theory course You are here
  4. 4 Theory test
  5. 5 Sensibilisation + driving lessons
  6. 6 Examen pratique

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Your exam toolkit

One goal: that you show up for the theory exam ready. The course includes everything you need to revise until the big day.

The course

6 hours in the classroom

Traffic rules, signage, priorities, and real-life situations, explained live by an instructor who knows the exam traps. You can ask all your questions.

CHF 20 value · valid for 1 year

Free revision app

You leave with unlimited access for 1 year to the revision app: all exam-style questions, on your phone, wherever and whenever you want.

Included

Practice test + free revision

A practice test to see where you stand before the real exam. And if you still have unclear points, you can come back to revise for free at the next course.

Everything is included in the course price 180 CHF 140CHF

  • Weekday, evening, or weekend sessions
  • Common theory for car and motorcycle
  • No prerequisites, nothing to bring

What you will learn

The entire theory exam syllabus, explained simply with situations you will actually encounter on Geneva's roads. Here are the 6 main themes of the course.

Traffic rules

Priorities, roundabouts, intersections, traffic lanes: the rules that appear in the majority of exam questions.

Signage

Signs, road markings, light signals: recognizing each signal and knowing what it implies in practice.

Speed and distances

Limits, braking distance, safety distance: the orders of magnitude to know by heart for the exam.

High-risk situations

Rain, night, roadworks, pedestrians, and cyclists: adapting your driving when conditions get complicated.

The vehicle

Mandatory equipment, loading, maintenance basics: what the driver needs to know about their car or motorcycle.

Exam traps

Tricky question wording, time management, reading methods: the reflexes that make the difference on the big day.

If you still have questions after the course, you can come back to revise for free at the next course: it's included.

Next sessions in Geneva

Choose the date that suits you; all sessions take place at the Cornavin branch. Online booking, secure payment (card, Twint, PostFinance), and immediate confirmation by email.

Practical info

The price

180 CHF 140CHF

6h course, revision app, and practice test included. Also included in our FULL car and motorcycle packs, better value than individually.

Where does it take place?

At the Cornavin branch (Rue Vallin 10, 1201 Geneva), a stone's throw from the station. All theory sessions take place at Cornavin.

What to bring

Nothing to bring: course materials are provided and access to the revision app is given with the course. Just come with your questions.

What's next?

The theory exam is taken on a computer at the OCV. Once passed, you receive your learner's permit and can move on to the sensibilisation course and driving lessons.

Save with a pack

The theory course is included in our FULL packs, along with other classroom courses and your driving lessons. By combining, you save with a pack.

Motorcycle / Scooter Full

First aid
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720CHF840
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This package includes

  • First aid
  • theory
  • sensibilisation
  • 12h basic motorcycle course
  • Valid 18 months
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First aid
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This package includes

  • First aid
  • theory
  • sensibilisation
  • 4 driving lessons
  • Valid 18 months
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First aid
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This package includes

  • First aid
  • theory
  • sensibilisation
  • 8 driving lessons
  • Valid 18 months
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Frequently Asked Questions · Theory Course

Is the theory course mandatory?
No, only the theory exam is mandatory. But the course remains the most effective way to pass it the first time: each exam attempt at the OCV is paid, and the course includes the revision app and a practice test to ensure you show up ready.
Is the theory the same for car and motorcycle?
Yes. The basic theory exam is common to categories A (motorcycle) and B (car). If you are getting both licences, you only take the course and the exam once.
How does the free revision app work?
It is included in the course (CHF 20 value): you receive unlimited access for 1 year to all exam-style questions, to revise on your phone at your own pace until the day of the exam.
What needs to be done before coming to the course?
Nothing, there are no prerequisites for taking the course. To take the theory exam, however, your learner's permit application must have been validated by the OCV (including the first aid certificate and eye test).
What happens if I can no longer attend?
You can reschedule your session for free up to 72 working hours before the start of the course, by phone. After this deadline, the session is due.
What if I don't feel ready after the course?
We've got you covered: you can come back to revise for free at the next course if you still have questions, and the revision app remains valid for 1 year. The practice test also helps you know exactly where you stand before booking your exam date.

Ready to pass your theory?

Book your theory course session online in 2 minutes, or contact our team in Geneva with any questions.