Frequently Asked Questions

In order to qualify as successful at the end of the preparatory program and/or be exempt from the preparatory class of the undergraduate and vocational programs at IUE, students are required to get the minimum score on any of the language assessment exams indicated in the English Language Requirement Table.  Detailed information about the English Language Requirement can be found on the English Language Requirement Table>>>

The period is limited to the one indicated by the related exam center. Further information can be obtained from https://sfl.ieu.edu.tr

Students who successfully completed or were exempt from the English preparatory program at another English-medium university affiliated with the Higher Education Board are considered exempt from the English preparatory program at IUE, provided that they apply for exemption within the last three years.

The purpose of the Placement Test is to determine the current level of English skills of students enrolled at IUE. The Placement Test is very important; please answer only the questions you can answer and do not answer the questions you do not know the answer to. Otherwise, you may be placed in a level that is not appropriate for you, and you will face difficulties within the program.

Students who do not take the Placement Test will be placed in the lowest level (Level A) in the preparatory program, and their risk of failure increases.

A student who has started in the lowest level (A) and manages to reach the highest level (D) will qualify to take the Proficiency in English (PIE) after completing Level D successfully. However, students who start the prep program in Level A and fail only once in any module can sit the PIE given at the end of Module 4, provided they score at least 70 points on the Module Exit Exam (Gateway) for Level C.

No. Students cannot change classes after the class lists have been announced.

In the first module, class lists are arranged according to the grade taken on the Placement exam. In the following modules, they are arranged randomly. Therefore, it is unlikely for you to study with your friend in the same class.

No. Students cannot change classes after the class lists have been announced.

8 weeks. The duration of the modules may differ depending on the National Holidays stated on the Academic Calendar.

Yes. Attendance is compulsory for students attending the English Preparatory Program and students at all levels are expected to adhere to these limits. Students who exceed the absenteeism limit are not qualified to take the Gateway Exam, thus have to repeat the same module.

If students cannot complete the in-class assessments due to any serious health problems (an operation or an accident), they are required to provide an official medical report.  Medical reports are valid only if students cannot complete in-module assessments. Therefore, this regulation does not apply to absenteeism. What students are expected to do is to complete the 8-week module by attending classes on an ongoing basis.

You cannot take the Gateway exam of that module and have to repeat the current level that you are in.

Yes. Students enrolled in the Prep Program are required to use the original copies of the course books. In accordance with the copyright law, students may not attend classes with photocopied material.  IUE School of Foreign Languages does not bear any liability that they might incur. Students will receive details regarding course books and course book codes provided by the publishers from the School of Foreign Languages. Students are expected to bring their books and course materials to the classes regularly.

Throughout each module, students’ language skills will be assessed. These are designed to evaluate students’ vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, and speaking skills. In-module assessments are a vital part of the students’ learning, not only because they are a pre-requisite for the end-of-module Gateway Exam, but more importantly because they allow students to assess their progress prior to the end of the module. Feedback is an essential element of in-module assessments. After the assessments, students receive feedback. Having agreed on areas of student weaknesses, instructors can advise the students of the best course of action to rectify this.In addition to these modular assessments, there is a Student Performance Grade covering the entire module. Student Performance Grade (SPG) is the grade given to students by each of their instructors. Students’ classroom performance is evaluated based on three categories, which are Use of Target Language, Participation, and Responsibilities.

You can repeat the same level three times at most.

In order for a Prep student to take the PIE in and/or at the end of the academic year, that student is required to complete Level D successfully.

Students who fail to pass on to Level D or those who cannot complete Level D successfully cannot take the PIE given in that academic year. Those students can take the PIE at the end of the Summer School Program only if they are enrolled in summer school, or those students can take the PIE given at the end of the academic year.

However, students who start the prep program in Level A and fail only once in any module can sit the PIE given at the end of Module 4, provided they score at least 70 points on the Module Exit Exam (Gateway) for Level C.

Students who start in level C and complete levels C and D successfully qualify to take the PIE given at the end of the Fall Semester. Those who pass the PIE can continue their education in their departments in the second semester, or they can attend the Pre-Faculty program in the Spring Semester if they wish.

Students who are not successful in the PIE Exam at the end of the first semester or end of the 3^rd module have the option of attending the PIE Success Program. After completing the PIE Success Program, students can take the PIE Exam administered at the end of the second semester.

Students who meet the PIE Exam requirements can take all the PIE Exams given in a year. Whatever the reason is, all students can take the PIE given at the end of the academic year provided that they renew their school registration.

The passing grade for the PIE is 65.00.

Information about the content of the PIE and exam samples can be accessed on http://sfl.ieu.edu.tr/en/yeterlik-sinavi-ornegi.

Students who achieve a score of 80 or above in the Pre-Faculty program will be exempt from ENG 101 and ENG 102 courses. Their scores will be converted into letter grades and recorded on their transcripts.

Students who are enrolled in a program in which the medium of instruction is English and score 80 points and above on the Proficiency in English Exam (PIE) can take the ENG 101-ENG 102 exemption exam at the start of each semester. Those who score at least 70 (CC) points on this exam will be exempt from the following compulsory courses: ENG 101-ENG 102.

Students who are enrolled in a program in which the medium of instruction is Turkish and score 70.00 and above on the English Placement Test can take the ING 101-ING 102-ING 105-ING 106 exemption exam at the start of each semester. Those who score at least 70 (CC) points on this exam will be exempt from the following compulsory courses: ING 101-ING 102-ING 105-ING 106.

Students who are enrolled in a program in which the medium of instruction is Turkish and are successful on the Proficiency in English Exam (PIE) will be exempt from the following compulsory courses: ING 101-ING 102-ING 105-ING 106. The grade recorded on their transcript will be AA.

Information regarding the in-module assessments and Gateway Exams can be found on Blackboard Learn Learning Management System. In order to access the system, one must be either a member of staff or student in the School of Foreign Languages.

Information about the content of the Proficiency exam (PIE) and exam samples can be accessed on https://sfl.ieu.edu.tr/ingilizce_hazirlik_programi/en/yabanci-dil-yeterligi

Prep Summer School is a programme which every student can attend regardless of their level. Students who attend this programme can take the PIE given at the end. However, attendance is compulsory. Absenteeism limit is 12 hours. If a student exceeds this limit, they fail and cannot take the PIE. Students have to pay for the Prep Summer School.

Students can attend their instructors' office hours. Additionally, they can improve their English skills by taking Micro-Credential courses offered by the SFL and by attending workshops, courses, or academic support sessions provided by the Student Success Center outside of class hours.

You can access your absenteeism records and exam results by registering the OASIS website. Information about how to register the OASIS website is available in the student’s booklet.