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What is the passing grade for the new (2007 onwards) HKCEE English Language subject? |
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From 2007 onwards, Level 2 in HKCEE English Language is considered equivalent to a pass (Grade E) in the subject. |
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What is the equivalent grade for Grade C in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus A)? |
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Grade C in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus A) is considered equivalent to Grade E in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus B). |
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Can the subject 'Use of English' be replaced by other examinations such as GCE, GCSE, IGCSE and TOEFL? |
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Yes. |
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| The following public examination results were recognized by the University as equivalent to Grade E in AS Use of English: |
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a score of 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based) or above in TOEFL; or |
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a score of 6 or above in International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Level; or |
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grade C or above in GCE O-Level/GCSE/IGCSE English; or |
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grade E or above in GCE AS Level or AL Level English; or |
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grade III in Joint Matriculation Board (JMB) University Test in English (or a pass in the NEAB University Entrance Test in English for Speakers of Other Languages). |
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| The following public examination results were recognized by the University as equivalent to Grade D in AS Use of English: |
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a score of 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based) or above in TOEFL; or |
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a score of 7 or above in International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Academic Level; or |
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grade C or above in GCE O-Level/GCSE/IGCSE English; or |
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grade D or above in GCE AS Level or AL Level English. |
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Can I substitute the HKCEE English Language requirement with other English Language qualifications e.g IELTS, TOFEL or GCE English results? |
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No. |
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| At HKCEE level, the University requires applicants to fulfill one of the following English Language requirements: |
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From 2007 onwards, Level 2 or above in HKCEE English Language is considered equivalent to a pass (Grade E) in the subject; or |
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Grade E or above in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus B) for results obtained before Year 2007; or |
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Grade C or above in HKCEE English Language (Syllabus A) for results obtained before Year 2007. |
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