Enroll in DELF Junior, get qualification for HKDSE!

From 2025 onwards, stipulated official language examinations, i.e., DELF, are required for candidates taking Category C (Other Language Subjects) in the HKDSE. The importance of language proficiency is increasing in JUPAS admissions. Let’s learn more about attaining DELF Junior qualifications and how it can make a difference in your JUPAS admissions!

What is CEFR? CEFR is the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). CEFR describes language proficiency and ability into levels A1 (Beginner), A2 (Basic), B1 (Independent), B2 (Advanced), C1 (Proficient), C2 (Mastery).  CEFR is an international standard for language which is widely used in European languages, including French, German, Spanish, and more.

Let’s take the JUPAS admission statistics for HKUST in 2024 as an example. Attaining level B2 in DELF Junior corresponds to a converted admission score of 5.5. In the same year, less than 10% of HKDSE candidates achieved level 5 or above in the English subject, which is equal to a score of 5-7. 

In contrast, 56.7% of candidates attained a grade of B+ in Category C (Other Language Subjects), which is equivalent to level B2 in DELF Junior, also resulting in a converted score of 5.5 for JUPAS admission.