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Language Qualifications: English
The Human Resources Office accepts English language test scores
based on the chart below. Only test scores from the past
five years will be considered valid.
EIKEN | TOEIC | TOEFL | UNATE | Versant | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Level V (Professional/Translator) | 1 | 900 | 610 | A/A+ | 68 |
Level IV (Fluent) | 1.5 | 850 | 590 | B | 63 |
Level III (Good Working Knowledge) | 2 | 650 | 520 | C | 59 |
Level II (Limited Knowledge) | 3 | 400 | 435 | ||
Level I (Rudimentary) |
Applicants who submit Versant scores may be asked to provide additional verification of writing abilities. CASEC scores will also be considered.
Language Qualifications: Japanese
Level | Japanese Language Proficiency Test |
---|---|
Level V (Professional/Translator) | |
Level IV (Fluent) | Level N1 |
Level III (Good Working Knowledge) | Level N2 |
Level II (Limited Knowledge) | Level N3/N4 |
Level I (Rudimentary) | Level N5 |
In addition to the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, J-CAT scores will also be considered.
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