For everyone who is studying a foreign language, it is important to know their level of proficiency in it. This is necessary primarily for those who plan to enter universities, start work or practice abroad. How to determine the level of English, which is one of the most common today around the world?
Of course, you can get acquainted with the existing criteria and find out on your own. But would such an assessment be adequate? In addition, you will not receive any document confirming your level of knowledge of English. Therefore, it is best to contact special schools where you will be asked to take testing. Please note that the institution has the necessary certificate for its implementation.
So, what can be the level of knowledge of the English language?
Zero
Do not rush to appropriate a zero. Such a level can be among those who have never encountered English at all. For example, if you studied French at school. Beginner groups first learn the alphabet, pronunciation, and so on. So, most likely, this knowledge remained with you from school, and recording in the “zero” group will be a waste of time and money.
Elementary
This level of knowledge of the English language can be assigned to those whose competence is limited to the elementary grades of the school. If you know some simple words and stable phrases such as “How are you?”, But you cannot build a coherent sentence, then the elementary level is suitable for you.
Upper-elementary
A person is able to build simple sentences, as well as understand the speaker. Vocabulary should be sufficient to be able to "survive" abroad. For example, you already know how to ask where the cafe is, and you can also make an order there.
Pre-intermediate
At an average lower level, you are already able to easily communicate on simple topics and speak without errors. A foreigner can understand you, and if he speaks slowly and clearly, then you too. In principle, it is already permissible to try an international format test, such as Cambridge PET or TOEFL. The result, of course, will not be very high, but why not try?
Intermediate
Do not believe the name. In fact, the average level of knowledge of the English language is quite difficult. You should be able to communicate freely on various topics, even if there isn’t enough vocabulary, and sometimes you have to think about grammar. An intermediate level of English will already allow you to pass the international exam for average marks.
Upper-intermediate
You speak fluently and make no mistakes. If the test confirms this level, then you have the opportunity to go to a foreign university or get a job there that does not require complicated highly specialized communication. It is Upper-intermediate that is required in most universities.
Advanced
At Advanced, you know a lot of terms, stable turns, which are actively used in your speech. Having passed the exam at such a level, you almost 100% go to any university abroad. There are several more above this level, but most likely you will reach them when you already live in England.