
What this article is about
Language certificates are official documents certifying the knowledge of a foreign language. These certificates are more and more required both at university and in the business world and are a plus for individuals who are keen to prove their language skills.
The main advantage of a language certificate is represented by the possibility of proving the knowledge of a foreign language. Nowadays, it is fundamental to have a good command of foreign languages to get many job and study opportunities all over the world. Furthermore, language certificates can be used to prove the knowledge of a foreign language to get work visas or study visas in foreign countries.
Language certificates have other advantages: first of all, the preparation process to obtain a certificate leads to enhancing your language skills regarding listening, speaking, and writing. Secondly, a certificate can be an opportunity to test yourself and let your knowledge be assessed objectively and in a standardized way. Finally, language certificates can be used to prove the knowledge of a foreign language at university, such as for enrolling in a degree course, or for winning scholarships.
Some of the most important certificates
Many language certificates are acknowledged at an international level, some of which are more important than others, such as:
- The “Goethe-Zertifikat Deutsch“: is the most widespread certificate certifying the knowledge of the German language. It is required for enrolling in degree courses, for working as a researcher, or for any other job.
- The “TOEFL” (Test of English as a Foreign Language): is the most widespread and required English test for enrolling in degree courses and doctoral programs all over the world. By the way, we also provide tutoring activities for taking the “TOEFL” test.
- The “Cambridge English“: this certificate is acknowledged all over the world, and proves the knowledge of the English language. There are various “Cambridge English” certificates depending on your level of knowledge.