Language requirements for accessing certain university master's degrees

In addition to a good knowledge of Spanish, students should have a reasonable command of English and solid general computing skills.

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

Given that the master's degree is taught in English, candidates must have knowledge of this language to take the course (at least B1 ECFR).

Reading and comprehension skills in the English language.

Students should have a good level of English-language proficiency.

B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or equivalent (Spanish and/or English depending on the courses to be enrolled in).

Students must have an advanced level of Spanish (equivalent to level B2 or above). Students from non-Spanish speaking countries must provide proof of their level via a certificate, academic record or interview.

Level of English equivalent to B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, 7.00 on the IELTS exam, or 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based) or 100 (internet-based) on the TOEFL exam.

Candidates must have English level B1 ECFR or equivalent.

When they apply for admission, all applicants regardless of specialization should be able to provide accreditation that their previous university qualifications cover sufficient knowledge of Greek (equivalent to 10 ECTS credits), Latin (equivalent to 10 ECTS credits), Hebrew (equivalent to 5 ECTS credits) and history of religions of the Ancient Near East (equivalent to 5 ECTS credits). 

Candidates must have English language skills at level C1 or higher. This is a formal requirement for admission to the programme, as all work will be carried out in English. Level C1 in the European Common Framework of Reference for Languages is equivalent to the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or a TOEFL qualification with a total CBT score above 220.

Sufficient knowledge of at least two of the languages of instruction is required, one of which must be English with a minimum level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Students must prove that they have English level B1 CEFR..

Students must have an English level equivalent to B2 CEFR.

Candidates must certify that they have English level B2.1 ECFR or equivalent.

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

Students must be able to demonstrate a minimum knowledge of English equivalent to level B1 of the Common European Framework.

Students must prove that they have reached English level B2 CEFR.

English competence (certify B2 level certificate or equivalent)

Students who choose the specialitzation in English must provide evidence of English-language competence at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.  Students who choose the specialization in English must provide evidence of English-language competence at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Cal acreditar el nivell equivalent a B2 de l'idioma en què s'imparteixi la formació en el grup d'estudiants de referència (Obligatori)

Candidates must have sound English knowledge.

Candidates should have a level of English equivalent to B1 ECFR.

Students who wish to take subjects that are taught in English should have an English level equivalent to C1 CEFR.

Candidates should have basic knowledge (reading ability), or a commitment to gain this knowledge before the end of the master's degree, in some of the cultural languages that were predominant in the historical period corresponding to the chosen specialization.

 It is highly recommendable for applicants to have a good working knowledge of English and of software tools and applications. Credit will be given for communication skills in English.

Students should have a sound knowledge of English, as much of the recommended reading is published in this language.

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

Students should demonstrate a good command of Spanish and English (level B1 CEFR).

Certificate of proficiency in the language in which the group of students is to be taught, equivalent to level B2. (Required)

Prospective students must be able to demonstrate a level of Spanish language proficiency at or equivalent to C2 and will be expected to pass an oral and written test prior to admission.

Spanish language proficiency at or equivalent to level C2.
Catalan language proficiency at or equivalent to level B2.
English language proficiency at or equivalent to level B1.

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

Candidates must provide certification of English level B1 ECFR or equivalent and Spanish level B2 or equivalent. If they cannot provide certification, the Admissions Committee may organize a face-to-face or online meeting with students to evaluate their language knowledge.

The course is taught in English, and candidates must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of this language (IELTS or TOEFL certificate, or similar, or by providing evidence of previously completed university-level studies in English).

Additionally, candidates must use Spanish on a regular basis or be able to demonstrate their ability by passing a Spanish proficiency test.

Candidates must have knowledge of foreign languages, and particularly English, at level B2 ECFR or equivalent.

Students must have a good command of Spanish or Catalan.

The master's degree is taught in Spanish, but candidates should have a sound knowledge of English.

Students who take the master's degree must also have level B2 English.

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English language proficiency level

All international students must supply a photocopy of the photo/data page of their current, valid passport. This can be uploaded via MyLIVE Application.
English proficiency
English is the language of instruction of the LIVE. Students must be able to understand rapid, idiomatic English and express themselves clearly in speech and writing. If their first language or the primary language spoken at home is not English, applicant must take either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS academic test).
We can accept a certificate of studies performed in English, established by the university that has delivered the related diploma or other English test than IELTS/TOEFL, provided that we can get equivalence information, for example at the website: Language Comparison Test .
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
LIVE Universities accept results for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) as evidence of English proficiency. The Internet-based TOEFL exam (iBT) has four subsections, with a grading scale for each section from 1 to 30 (30 being the best possible score). We look closely at the score for each section rather than the total. The minimum scores for each section are as follows:Total 84 based on # Reading: 21; Listening: 18; Speaking: 23; Writing: 22; Paper-based or TEFL ITP exam: 550 or above. 
Applicant must indicate on the TOEFL registration form that (s)he wants his/her test results sent directly to the University of Claude Bernard Lyon 1. The TOEFL code for the University of Claude Bernard Lyon 1 is 0463. For information about the TOEFL, contact the TOEFL website.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
In lieu of the TOEFL exam, applicant may submit the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). A mean score of 6.5 or higher will also satisfy English Language proficiency requirement for LIVE programmes, each section (writing, speaking, reading, listening) being above 5.5. Learn more on the IELTS website https://ielts.britishcouncil.org . 
Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) 
 The relationship of IELTS / TOEFL with the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) is complex as IELTS/TOEFL are rather designed to span a much broader proficiency continuum. In the CEFR, the required level is C1.

Erasmus Mundus in Public policy (Mundus MAPP):  does not require a language certificate from applicants who are citizens of the following countries, provided that they have received a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree taught exclusively in English: Australia, Botswana, Canada, Gambia, Ghana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda (English-speaking region), South Africa, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, UK, USA and Zambia
Applicants who are citizens of countries other than these may request a waiver from the English language admissions requirement if they completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree taught exclusively in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, USA, the European Union, UK, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
All other applicants will need to provide evidence of their English language skills with any one of the following test scores:
TOEFL (Paper version; taken within two years of the application deadline) 580 or above;
TOEFL (Internet version; taken within two years of the application deadline) 92 or above;
IELTS – Academic (taken within two years of the application deadline) 6.5 or above;
IELTS Indicator (Temporary until testing sites re-open) 6.5 or above;
Cambridge Proficiency Examination (taken within 5 years of the application deadline) C or above;
Cambridge Advanced English Test (taken within 5 years of the application deadline) B or above;
Pearson Test of English (Academic; not older than five years at the time of application) 59 or above;
Euroexam Academic pass.

Information extracted from the website of KEYSTONE: Demonstrated command of the English language, meaning that the candidate must prove he/she can understand, speak and write English proficiently enough to take the majority of modules, which are taught in English. For more information, click the button below.

Proof of proficiency in English language (IELTS 6.0; TOEFL, University certificate, etc).

The tuition language is English. Students are notably expected to produce a Master Thesis in English. A strong command of written and oral English is therefore requested. Applicants will have to demonstrate during application an English language proficiency equivalent to level B2.

Demonstrated command of the English language
A ""demonstrated command of English"" means the candidate must prove he/she can understand, speak and write English proficiently enough to take the modules, which are all taught in English
Possible examples include:
Test of English as a Foreign Language, TOEFL scores paper 575 / computer 232
Internet based TOEFL (TOEFL iBT™ ) total score 93
International English Language Testing System, IELTS scores 6.5
General Certificate of Education, GCSE, AS Level, A Level
Cambridge Proficiency Certificate, CPE, Level 4-5
Oxford Higher Certificate, International Certificate Conference (ICC Stage 3 Technical)
In case the candidate cannot present an official test of English language in time for the deadline for applications, he/she may take the self-test included in the online application. A minimum classification of B2 is required in all fields.
In case of selection, candidates who only took the self-test will be interviewed. The interview will have the objective of confirming the self-test of English proficiency presented in the application. In case the interview shows the proficiency is below what was stated in the application, the application will be cancelled.

The applicant must be proficient in English. English language proficiency can be met by providing a certificate (not older than 2 years) of one of the following tests:
TOEFL IBT 92, with subscore for speaking 23
ACADEMIC IELTS 6,5 overall score, with a min. of 6 for writing and 6 for speaking
CAMBRIDGE English CAE (Advanced) score between 176-210 or Grade C
Cambridge FCE/B2 Certificate, score between 176-190 or Grade A
note! TOEFL/IELTS predictive tests and TOEIC will not be accepted
Language of instruction is not accepted, except for:
applicants who are nationals from or have obtained a bachelor and/or master degree in a higher education institute with English as the mode of instruction in the USA, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland or Canada (when graduating from a Canadian institute a student must have a certificate that the mode of instruction was English).

Fluency in English (Level B2 under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

Students must have good knowledge of English to take the master's degree, in order to read and analyse documents and scientific papers. Classes will be taught in Catalan and Spanish.

Given that the master's degree is taught entirely in English, applicants must certify that they have at least level B2 English.

Applicants must be able to work with scientific texts written in English.

Students must prove that they have a sound knowledge of English, as many classes and seminars, as well as most of the teaching material, may be in this language.

Global Challenges for Sustainability    English language certification is necessary for programme admission. C1 is the required level. Students with B2 level will be considered in conjunction with other admission criteria but must attain C1 level before programme registration. Download the English Accepted Certificates.

Students who take the master's degree must also have level B2 English.

The master's degree is taught in English. Consequently, students must prove that they have a good knowledge of the language (level B2 or equivalent) through official certificates such as IELTS or TOEFL, or they must show that they have pursued higher education in English in the past.

English proficiency level equivalent to language level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (Required)

The master's degree is taught in English, which is why students must present an official certificate evidencing a good command of this language. Candidates must have at least level B2 English (the language of instruction), according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages, or an equivalent qualification.

If English is not your first language, you should provide evidence of your English language skills. IBEI accepts the following language tests:
TOEFL: 90 iBT (IBEI code: 6567)
IELTS: 6.5
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced CAE or C2 Proficiency CPE.
TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for two years, whereas any of the Cambridge English exams should have been taken within five years of the application deadline.
A certificate is not required if you are a native English speaker or you completed your undergraduate degree in English.

"You are required to provide evidence of your English language skills. IBEI accepts the following language certificates:
TOEFL: 90 iBT (IBEI code: 6567)
IELTS: 6.5 
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced CAE or C2 Proficiency CPE.
The TOEFL and IELTS results are valid for two years, whereas any of the Cambridge English exams should have been taken within five years of the application deadline.
A certificate is not required if you are a native English speaker or you studied your complete undergraduate degree in English. "

A high level of English is required. The following qualifications are accepted: TOEFL (at least 90 on the Internet or 550 paper-based), IELTS (6.5 or above), Cambridge Advanced Certificate (A-C) and Cambridge Proficiency exam (A-C).

Need to have a competent level of Spanish and English (level B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, or its equivalent). Students who are not native speakers of either of these languages must be able to provide documentation accrediting their level of competence: IELTS or Cambridge (English) and DELE (Spanish).

Certificate showing level B1 in English reading comprehension on the scale of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

As the degree is taught entirely in English, knowledge of this language equal to or higher than level B2 is required, which students must certify (TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or equivalent degrees) or by demonstrating that they have previously studied higher education in English.

Knowledge of oral and written English.

In addition to previous university training, and in accordance with current regulations, master's degree applicants must also have English language skills at level B1.

Since the degree is taught in English, applicants should also possess a sufficient level of comprehension to be able to follow the course in this language.

Level B2 of English or higher.

Candidates should have English level B1 ECFR.