If you are unsure what your present level of English
is, you can use the descriptions below as a guide.
Remember, this is only a rough guide. You will be
given a full placement test to assess your level when
you arrive at the school.
| English Level |
How would you describe your
English? |
| Beginner |
I have no knowledge of English |
| Elementary |
I understand some phrases.
I find communication difficult.
I make a lot of mistakes. |
| Lower Intermediate |
I understand most conversations
if spoken slowly.
My vocabulary is still limited.
I must make frequent use of a dictionary.
|
| Intermediate |
I have no trouble creating sentences in general.
I find essay-writing difficult.
I can take limited part in most conversations.
|
| Upper Intermediate |
I can read and write with only occasional errors.
Essay writing is still difficult.
I can understand and contribute to most conversations. |
| Advanced |
I can read and write with ease.
I make mistakes only in complex and specialised
idiomatic structures.
I can join in most conversations easily. |
