Which level do I choose?

The following are general guidelines as to the most appropriate stage of a language course based on your previous qualifications.

Which level do I choose? 

The following are general guidelines as to the most appropriate stage of a language course based on previous qualifications. If you are unsure about your level, please discuss language stage with a member of staff to ensure the correct module is chosen.

Language modules at Keele / CEFR

GCSE / A-LEVELS INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA / CERTIFICATE 
At Higher Level

AT STANDARD LEVEL 

Stage 1 / Stage 2 (CEFR A1) 

 No prior knowledge/ very basic knowledge. 

Stage 3 / Stage 4 (CEFR A1+) 

GCSE grade 2-5 /   C-D-E. 

Middle years programme grades 5-7 

Grade 3/4 

Stage 5/ Stage 6 (CEFR A2) 

GCSE grade 6-9 / A*-A-B. 

Grade 3/4 

Grade 4/5 

Stage 7 / Stage 8 (CEFR B1) 

A Level grade 2-5 /C-D / AS Level grade A. 

Grade 4/5 

Grade 6/7 

Stage 9 / Stage 10 (CEFR B1+ / B2) 

A level grade 6-9 / A*-A-B. 

Grade 6/7 

 

Stage 11 / Stage 12 (CEFR B2+/ working towards C1) 

 A Level 9 / A* / IB HL grade 7 + other courses