GESE – Trinity Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)
Trinity’s Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) are approved by The UK Visa and Immigration Dept for visa and settlement purposes. The Graded Examinations in Spoken English (GESE) from A1 to B1 level are approved for applications for Leave to Remain (family), Leave to Remain extensions (family), Citizenship and Settlement.
The tests feature a one-to-one speaking and listening assessment with a professional examiner, and support the development of authentic communication skills.
Trinity’s Graded Examinations in Spoken English (GESE) for SELT purposes are:
- Undertaken in-person or via a computer at a Trinity SELT testing centre with a professional examiner
- Available 7 days a week in multiple testing sites around the UK
- A real-life assessment of speaking and listening skills lasting 6 minutes (Grade 2); 7 minutes (Grade 3) and 10 minutes (Grade 5)
- Personalised to allow learners to discuss their own interests
- Supported by a mobile app, Study Pack and online resources for preparation
Provisional results are supplied within 24 hours and certificates are available within 7 days.
ISE – Trinity Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)
Trinity’s Secure English Language Tests (SELTs) are approved by the UK Visa and Immigration Dept for visa and settlement purposes. The Integrated Skills in English exam (ISE) from B1 to C1 level are approved for applications for a variety of Worker visas, and for Study visas.
ISE is widely recognised around the world by governments and institutions as providing reliable evidence of English language proficiency. The test has a strong focus on real language performance and promotes the development of transferable skills for academic study and employability.
ISE feature two assessment modules, one for speaking and listening with a professional examiner, and one for reading and writing. These must both be taken on the same day as a Secure English Language Test.
Trinity’s Integrated Skills in English exam (ISE) for SELT purposes is:
- Undertaken at a Trinity SELT testing centre
- Available several days a week in multiple testing sites around the UK
- Divided into two modules, both of which must be passed for full certification
- Personalised to allow learners to discuss their own interests
- Designed to assess and support the development of real-life skills for work and further study
- Supported by a Study Pack and online resources for preparation
Exam duration by level:
ISE I (B1): 2 hours Reading and Writing, 18 minutes Speaking and Listening
ISE II (B2) level duration: 2 hours Reading and Writing, 20 minutes Speaking and Listening ISE III (C1) level duration: 2 hours Reading and Writing, 25 minutes Speaking and Listening
Certificates are supplied within 21 days.
Edinburgh School of Language can help you with:
- Advice and support on which Trinity SELT you need to take
- Help with booking your SELT
- Materials for self-study
- English language courses to help you prepare for your test
