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TEEP grading system

All TEEP (Test of English for Educational Purposes) papers and speaking performances are double marked by standardised examiners to ensure fair and reliable results. Grades are expressed on a 0–9 scale, including half bands. There are individual grades for reading, listening and writing, as well as an overall grade.

As a general guide, the band system works as follows:

TEEP bands Learner profiles
0 no ability in English
1.0–4.5 some ability in English, but not enough for higher education in the UK
5.0–6.0 enough ability in English for some less linguistically demanding courses, or courses that include further English study (for example, some foundation courses)
6.5–7.0 the recommended minimum acceptable level for admission to higher education courses in the UK
7.5 and above acceptable for admission to higher education courses in the UK

TEEP certificates

You need to complete all parts of the test to receive a TEEP certificate.

We will send your TEEP certificate to you by email within a week of the test date. We can send a certificate directly to a specific admissions department, if relevant and requested.

Please note that in some cases results may be withheld for internal verification purposes. In this case, we will inform you by email.

If you require a hard copy of your certificate, please contact teep@reading.ac.uk. Your certificate will be sent to the address you registered with via first class post (or standard overseas mail). Charges apply.

If you have lost your TEEP certificate, you can request an extra copy by emailing teep@reading.ac.uk

Frequently asked questions

How many times can I take TEEP? 

You can take the TEEP up to a maximum of four times in one calendar year.

What is the minimum level of English needed for taking TEEP?

Students who are judged likely to score low grades, i.e. those at A1–A2 on the Common European Framework of Reference, are usually advised not to take the TEEP until they have further developed their English Language competence.

Who accepts TEEP as an entry qualification?

The ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø accepts the TEEP as a valid English Language qualification for entry to all our degree courses.

Several other UK universities accept this highly respected English Language test for entry to their degree courses. You should check that your chosen university accepts TEEP before you apply for the test.

What is TEEP?

Find out more about TEEP's purpose and format.

Prepare for TEEP

Learn about online assessment procedures and explore TEEP test preparation materials.

Apply for TEEP

Information on test dates, fees and registration.