Language level and structure
Modules and levels
TTC uses the European CEF/CEFR framework to describe language levels. Courses are also divided into short modules, making it clear what a participant has already mastered and which next step makes sense.
Main learning path
A0 → A1: M1 + M2
A1 → A2: M3 + M4
TTC recommends at least two modules to progress through a full level.
4 skills
Speaking, reading, writing and comprehension together form the basis of the level classification.
A0 to C2
The CEF/CEFR ranges from complete beginner A0 to proficient user C2.
2 modules per level
At TTC, at least two modules are needed for a full step from A0→A1 or A1→A2.
M1 to M8
The current TTC module progression runs from M1 for A0 beginners to M8 at around B2 level.
Not sure which level someone should start at?
We can assess the level and recommend the most suitable module or combination of modules.
CEF/CEFR levels
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages classifies language proficiency into internationally recognised levels.
A0
No or virtually no knowledge of the foreign language yet.
A1
Understand and use simple words and basic sentences.
A2
Understand common expressions and communicate about familiar everyday topics.
B1
Understand the main points of standard communication and describe experiences, events and plans.
B2
Understand more complex texts and communicate reasonably fluently and spontaneously.
C1–C2
From fluent and flexible language use to understanding virtually everything effortlessly and communicating with great precision.
Why does TTC use sublevel labels?
Because TTC works with relatively short modules, we use more detailed labels to describe progress more precisely:
- A1.1 = approximately ¼ of level A1 mastered
- A1.2 = approximately ½ of level A1 mastered
- A1.3 = approximately ¾ of level A1 mastered
- A1 = all skills at level A1 mastered
The TTC module progression
Modules are course sections that together form the step up to a higher CEF level.
M1
A0 → A1.2
for beginners starting from scratch
M2
A1.2 → A1
for beginners with some prior knowledge
M3
A1 → A2.2
for intermediate learners
M4
A2.2 → A2
for intermediate+ learners
M5
A2 → B1.2
for advanced learners
M6
B1.2 → B1
for advanced+ learners
M7
B1 → B2.1
for highly advanced learners
M8
B2.1 → B2
for very advanced learners