I can understand sentences and frequently used expressions about basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography and employment.

I can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information.

I can describe in simple terms things about my background, immediate environment and areas of immediate need.

Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to 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.

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 travelling 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 & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

I can  understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in my field of specialisation.

I can  interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.

I 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.

I can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning.

I can express myself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.

I can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.

I can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing a controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.