Level Guide
Use our handy English level guide to determine your current English level

Level Guide
Thinking about studying at one of our English Centres? Here is a list of the available courses and the minimum entry level requirements.
Level | CEFR | Cambridge Exams | IELTS | Description | Courses available |
Beginner | A1 | N/A | N/A | You have a small basic vocabulary and can understand English used in everyday situations if the speaker speaks clearly and slowly. |
Courses on demand only on specific dates |
Elementary | A2 | N/A | 2 | You can communicate in a range of everyday social and travel contexts. You are familiar with basic grammar but need to develop this further. You need to develop your vocabulary and listening skills. |
All courses at Beginner level |
Pre-Intermediate | A2+ | Key (formerly KET) | 3 | You can understand and communicate personal information with enough language for everyday practical needs. However, in more complex situations, you still find it difficult to use appropriate vocabulary and grammar so you need to develop your fluency and accuracy to avoid the breaking down of communication |
All courses requiring Elementary
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Intermediate |
B1 | B1 (formerly PET) | 4 - 5 | You can speak English with some confidence and understand much of what you read and hear. You have a reasonable vocabulary and can survive well in most situations. Improve by developing your fluency and accuracy, and use more complex structures and sophisticated vocabulary. |
All courses requiring Pre-Intermediate |
Upper Intermediate |
B2 | B2 First (formerly FCE) | 5.5 - 6.5 | You can use English effectively. Improve by learning to discuss, argue and express opinions in a culturally acceptable way. Refine your use of grammar and vocabulary. |
All courses |
Advanced |
C1 | C1 Advanced (formerly CAE) | 7 - 8 | You can express yourself clearly and effectively and have a sound grasp of major tenses and grammatical structures. Improve by extending your vocabulary and refining your use of style and register. | All courses |