All students entering the programs are graded via a placement test and placement interview on arrival. The placement test consists of 3 stages, a written test, a listening comprehension test and a one-on-one interview. This ensures that faculty can place you in a class with students who have attained a similar score in the placement test and are of similar ability.

Classes are usually offered from:

Foundation (absolute beginner) through
Elementary,
Pre-Intermediate and
Intermediate.

Depending on the number of students in the class above or below your initial placement and the difference in the proficiency level, it is usually possible to change classes after consultation and re-assessment with your academic advisor.

One of the most difficult problems facing faculty members is to work out the level of proficiency of each student as early as possible (so as to increase planning time). Yamasa's multimedia studio has developed a series of online placement tests. These tests are not the actual placement tests but act as an indicative survey. They are designed to help you by allowing you to know where you would be in Yamasa's curriculum. You will be requested to complete an online test AFTER you have submitted your application form. However if you are worried about your level and would like to do an online test prior to submitting the application form, please contact Mr Declan Murphy (Director, International Office) at admissions@yamasa.org
Yamasa Admissions will then also be in a better position to advise you and assist with program selection.