Proficiency in the English language

English Language Proficiency

Foreign candidates applying for studies in English should demonstrate English language proficiency at the B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). (B2 level of English is an upper-intermediate level that allows for fluent communication in most life situations. Individuals at this level can express themselves fluently and spontaneously, although they may occasionally make minor errors. In terms of speaking, B2 level indicates the ability to hold fluent conversations with native speakers. A person at this level can defend their opinions in discussions, express views, and present arguments for and against various issues.)

For foreign nationals applying for admission to a specific field of study, level, and profile, the University of Rzeszów is obligated to verify proficiency in the language in which the study program is conducted, at the B2 level.

This requirement does not apply to foreign nationals who are citizens of the Member States of the European Union (including Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and the United Kingdom).

Pursuant to the Regulation of the Minister of Science and Higher Education, documents confirming proficiency in a foreign language at a level of language competence not lower than B2 include:

  1. A certificate, diploma, or other document confirming knowledge of a given foreign language in all four language skills: listening comprehension, reading, speaking, and writing, at a level of language proficiency B2, C1, or C2, issued by one of the following recognized institutions:

– University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations:

  • B2 First (FCE),
  • C1 Advanced (CAE),
  • C2 Proficiency (CPE),
  • B2 Business Vantage (BEC Vantage),
  • C1 Business Higher,
  • Certificate in English for International Business and Trade (CEIBT).

– University of Cambridge, ESOL Examinations, British Council, IDP IELTS Australia:

  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – minimum score of 5.5.

– Trinity College London:

  • ESOL Skills for Life – Level 1 (B2) or higher,
  • Integrated Skills in English (ISE) – ISE II or higher,
  • ISE Digital – minimum score of 80 (B2 level).

– Educational Testing Service (ETS):

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Internet-Based Test (iBT) – minimum score of 72,
  • Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) – minimum scores:
    • 785 points in Listening & Reading,
    • 150 points in Speaking, and
    • 160 points in Writing.

– Pearson Assessment English:

  • Pearson English International Certificate – paper- and computer-based versions (formerly Pearson Test of English General (PTE) or London Tests of English) – Level 3 (Edexcel Certificate in ESOL International Level 1 – grade: Pass, Merit, or Distinction) or higher,
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) – in both in-person and online versions – minimum score of 59.

– LanguageCert (PeopleCert Qualifications – PCQ):

  • LanguageCert International ESOL – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing) (Communicator B2), also known as LanguageCert International ESOL Communicator B2 Listening, Reading, Writing or higher, combined with
    • LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Speaking) (Communicator B2), also known as LanguageCert International ESOL Communicator B2 Speaking or higher,
  • LanguageCert Academic – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (LanguageCert Academic B2) or higher,
  • LanguageCert Test of English – LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) (LanguageCert Test of English B2) or higher.

– Education Development International (EDI), London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (LCCI):

  • English for Business – Level 2 or higher,
  • Foundation Certificate for Teachers of Business English (FTBE).

– European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages:

  • Level B2 (Vantage) or higher.

– telc GmbH, WBT Weiterbildungs-Testsysteme GmbH:

  • Certificate in English,
  • Certificate in English for Business Purposes,
  • Certificate in English for Technical Purposes,
  • telc English,
  • telc English Business,
  • telc English Technical,
  • telc English University.

2. Certificate of completion of a preparatory course for undertaking studies, as referred to in Article 60(4) of the Act of 12 December 2013 on Foreigners, lasting not less than 9 months, confirming knowledge of the given foreign language in four language skills: listening comprehension, reading, speaking, and writing, at the language proficiency level of B2, C1, or C2;

3. Diploma of completion of first-cycle studies, second-cycle studies, or long-cycle Master’s studies in the field of philology in the scope of the given foreign language or applied linguistics, issued by a university operating in the higher education and science system of the Republic of Poland or by a foreign university, together with a diploma supplement or a certificate confirming that the number of hours of classes in that foreign language amounted to at least 500;

4. Diploma of completion of first-cycle studies, second-cycle studies, or long-cycle Master’s studies issued by a university operating in the higher education and science system of the Republic of Poland or by a foreign university, containing information on the language of instruction of the studies, and in the case where the diploma does not contain such information – additionally, a diploma supplement or certificate containing information on the language of instruction;

5. International Baccalaureate Diploma – in reference to the primary language;

6. European Baccalaureate Diploma – in reference to the first (L1) or second (L2) language;

7. Certificate of acquiring the right to practise as a sworn translator of the given foreign language issued by the Minister of Justice, as referred to in Article 5(2) of the Act of 25 November 2004 on the Profession of Sworn Translator, or a certificate confirming entry on the list of sworn translators of the given foreign language.