You need to show your Russian language proficiency to your employer, you are looking for a job in a Russian-speaking country or you wish to study in Russia ? Then you must start your preparation for the TORFL (Test of Russian as a Foreign Language), also know as TRKI exam.
What proficiency level for TORFL ?
First of all, TORFL is a diploma well-known and admitted in the entire world. However, it will especially be useful in Russia to enter university. This certificate is valid all your life. You can validate your Russian language skill from A1 to C2.
How to prepare for the TORFL exam ?
Obviously, the Russian teacher at 195 ILSA can prepare you to the TORFL exam with one-on-one online courses and specific exercises so that you are ready to pass this proficiency test of Russian language. The day of the exam, you will have to perform 5 test : oral understanding, written understanding, oral production, written production, vocabulary and grammar. A score of at least 66% will be required to pass the certification. That’s why we will basically work on real exam subjects from the previous years.
Where to take the TORFL exam ?
After your preparation for the TORFL, you can take the exam of your level from A1 to C2 at the Omsk State Pedagogical University in Russia. Saint-Petersburg University is also a language-testing center in the 45 regions of the Russian federation. You can look for a testing center in other countries on this list. TORFL is issued by the Ministry of Education of the Russian federation.
How much does it cost to take the TORFL certification ?
On the whole, the rates depend on your level but also on the city and exam center where you will take your test. The rate to take the TORFL is approximately 70 euros if you register at the Omsk State Pedagogical University in Russia.
What are the differences with DCL ?
The DCL (Diplôme de Compétences en Langue étrangère professionnelle) is especially recognised in France and will be an asset on your CV to find a job that requires Russian language.