What is a GESE exam?
GESE exams are one-to-one, face-to-face assessments of English language speaking and listening skills with a Trinity examiner, who encourages the candidate to show what they can do through prompts and authentic interactive dialogue. The exam length is 5-25 minutes depending on the grade.
What is the pass mark for Trinity Music exams?
Mark bands
| Mark band | Song 1 | Song 3 |
|---|---|---|
| TOTAL MARKS AVAILABLE | 25 | 30 |
| Distinction | 22 | 26 |
| Merit | 19 | 22 |
| Pass | 15 | 18 |
What is the highest grade in GESE?
GESE exams are available at 12 levels, from Grade 1 to Grade 12.
How are Trinity exams graded?
Trinity’s graded music exams are assessed by external examiners trained and moderated by Trinity. Examiners provide marks and comments using the assessment criteria on pages 18–23. The exams are marked out of 100. Candidates’ results correspond to different attainment levels as shown in the next column.
How long is B1 valid for?
2 years
You can use a B1 level qualification taken more than 2 years ago if you are applying for citizenship and the qualification was accepted when you settled in the UK. You can use a B1 level qualification taken more than two years ago if both of the following are true: it’s on the current list of recognised tests.
Are Trinity exams hard?
Trinity exams arent very hard. You should concentrate in your studies too in case piano doesnt work out for you.
Are Trinity exams as good as ABRSM?
ABRSM and Trinity grades are accredited at the same level. The UK qualifications regulator, OFQUAL monitors the standards of all exam bodies in the country. Each exam is given an RQF (regulated qualifications framework) level, so that exams may be compared across different boards, and even across different disciplines.
How many grades are there in Trinity?
8 grades
The two main music theory exam boards in the UK are the ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) and Trinity (Trinity College, London). Both boards offer 8 grades of music theory exams, and Trinity also offers two levels of music theory diploma.
What is Trinity English?
Trinity English is a leading international examination body and independent education charity since 1877. Their GESE exams are grouped by development stage, offering a progressive framework for the development of English language skills.
How long do Trinity digital exams take to Mark?
You can expect the marking to take an average of 2 weeks for grades, and 4 weeks for diplomas, although this is often much quicker. Log back into your account, to read the feedback from the examiner and see your provisional result.
What is the passing marks for B1 test?
B1 Preliminary – Level B1 If you achieve a scale score of 140–159 (Pass, Pass with Merit) in your exam, you will receive the Preliminary English Test certificate at Level B1.
What are the different levels of Gese exams?
These activities complement communicative teaching practices. They don’t cover all exam requirements – remember to use the GESE Exam information booklet to ensure that you cover all the exam content. GESE Grade 4 – CEFR level A2.2 GESE Grades 5 and 6 – CEFR levels B1.1 and B1.2
What is GeSE and why choose Trinity?
Trinity’s GESE qualifications provide individuals and institutions with reliable evidence of English language speaking skills at different levels from beginner to advanced. Read more about the research leading to CEFR alignment and learner profiles. Our GESE exams are regulated by Ofqual in the UK – see regulatory information.
What do I need to know about Gese?
As they progress through the grades, candidates undertake tasks that require a more advanced use of language. This essential booklet provides everything you need to know to prepare students for the exams at every level – the exam format, exam content, procedure, timings and what candidates need to be able to do at every GESE stage and grade.
Why take the Gese A1-C2 exam?
Trinity’s GESE A1-C2 exams have been awarded the ALTE Q-mark by the Association of Language Testers in Europe demonstrating that they meet strictest of quality criteria. GESE is a UK government-approved test for settlement and visa application purposes when taken at a Trinity SELT Centre.