The key idea
Ask about grades, levels and procedures required to progress, including whether selection or a new application applies.
Put it in context
Start with the official programme description and its outcome. Distinguish language learning, academic preparation and a degree, and identify any written progression arrangements. When a marketing term is unclear, request the official title, syllabus and assessment or progression conditions before adding it to your plan.
Practical steps
- Get conditions in writing
- Identify deadlines
- Review alternatives if unmet
A practical example
If progression requires grades or a language level, identify evidence and deadlines. Include what happens if the condition is not met, not only the ideal scenario.
Apply this to your own plan
For each step, note what you already know and what needs confirmation. Choose the first item you can act on and define a clear output: documented information, a completed checklist or a focused question for the right organisation. After acting, review what changed in your plan before moving to the next item.
Does completing preparation guarantee progression?
The institution determines progression or application conditions. Review grades, language, qualifications and procedures. Do not assume automatic admission without a clear provision applying to your situation.



