SI Test Information
Score-Based Course Arrangement
Overview
The bar chart provides detailed information on SI test scores and corresponding LCIC courses available to students based on their results.
Non-Credit Courses
Two non-credit courses are designed for students who do not meet the LCIC acceptance criteria: English and Academic Preparation Module and Basic English Language Skills. For more information, please check English Score Acceptance Policy
Eligibility for Course Waiver
Students who achieve a score of 60 or above are eligible for a waiver from the Fundamental English course. For more information, please check English Proficiency Minimum Score Requirement.
SI-Test Scores and CEFR Levels
|
SI-TEST (Max. 120 points) |
CEFR Levels | CEFR Global Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 1-20 | A2 |
– Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related t areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). – Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. – Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need. |
| 21-40 | B1 |
– Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. – Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst traveling in an area where the language is spoken. – Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. – Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. |
| 41-60 | B2 |
– Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. – Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. – Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. |
| 61-80 | C1 |
– Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. – Can express himself/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. – Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. – Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. |