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Cambridge English: KET is a basic level qualification that shows you can use English to communicate in simple situations. You can use it to: understand simple written English, communicate in
familiar situations, understand short notices and simple spoken directions.
Cambridge English: Key is set at Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Reaching this level means you can:
be fair to users of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds, it is supported by the largest research programme of its kind
familiar situations, understand short notices and simple spoken directions.
Cambridge English: Key is set at Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Reaching this level means you can:
- understand and use basic phrases and expressions
- introduce yourself and answer basic questions about your personal details
- interact with English speakers who talk slowly and clearly
- write short, simple notes.
be fair to users of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds, it is supported by the largest research programme of its kind
Cambridge Pet exam: Helps you to boost your practical language level. Every year, thousands of people who want to use English to improve their work, study and travel prospects prepare for
Cambridge English: PET
Gain real-life English skills. The exam shows you can:
What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds and is supported by a dedicated research programme. It covers all 4 language skills
(Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading and Writing: (1 hour 30 minutes) 50% of marks - Shows you understand written information, and use structure and vocabulary correctly.
Listening: (30 minutes)25% of marks - Shows you can understand a range of spoken materials, including everyday conversations.
Speaking: (10–12 minutes) 25% of marks - Shows how good your spoken English is in conversation. You take the test face to face with one or two other candidates.
Cambridge English: PET
Gain real-life English skills. The exam shows you can:
- understand the main points of straightforward instructions or public announcements
- deal with most of the situations you might meet when travelling as a tourist in an English-speaking country
- ask simple questions and take part in factual conversations in a work environment: The exam is accepted by thousands of leading businesses and educational institutions worldwide.
- write letters/emails or make notes on familiar matters.
What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds and is supported by a dedicated research programme. It covers all 4 language skills
(Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading and Writing: (1 hour 30 minutes) 50% of marks - Shows you understand written information, and use structure and vocabulary correctly.
Listening: (30 minutes)25% of marks - Shows you can understand a range of spoken materials, including everyday conversations.
Speaking: (10–12 minutes) 25% of marks - Shows how good your spoken English is in conversation. You take the test face to face with one or two other candidates.
Cambridge FCE exam: Shows you are ready for success in the real world. It uses real-life situations designed to help you communicate more effectively and learn the skills to take you to your next
level of success.
What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds and is supported by a dedicated research programme. It covers all four language skills
(Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading: (1 hour) 20% of total mark - Shows you can deal confidently with different types of text.
Writing: (1 hour 20 minutes) 20% - Shows you can write different text types, such as an essay, report or a letter.
Use of English: (45 minutes) 20% - Shows how well you can control your grammar and vocabulary.
Listening: (40 minutes) 20% - Shows you can follow a range of spoken materials, such as news and everyday conversations.
Speaking: (14 minutes) 20% - Shows you can communicate effectively in face-to-face situations. You take the test with one or two other candidates.
level of success.
- Develop real-life English skills for work and study
- Prove that you can use everyday written and spoken English at an upper-intermediate level
- Show that you are ready to work or study at foundation or pathway level in an English-speaking environment at home or abroad.
- Gain a valuable qualification that is accepted worldwide by thousands of leading businesses and educational institutions around the world.
What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds and is supported by a dedicated research programme. It covers all four language skills
(Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading: (1 hour) 20% of total mark - Shows you can deal confidently with different types of text.
Writing: (1 hour 20 minutes) 20% - Shows you can write different text types, such as an essay, report or a letter.
Use of English: (45 minutes) 20% - Shows how well you can control your grammar and vocabulary.
Listening: (40 minutes) 20% - Shows you can follow a range of spoken materials, such as news and everyday conversations.
Speaking: (14 minutes) 20% - Shows you can communicate effectively in face-to-face situations. You take the test with one or two other candidates.
Cambridge CAE exam: One exam – endless opportunities. The CAE is a high quality, international English language qualification that you can use for your university and student visa application in the
UK and Australia. Preparing for the exam helps you develop the language skills needed for success in study and work.
Stand out from the crowd
What’s in the exam? Supported by the largest research programme of its kind, the exam is designed to be fair to users of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds. It covers all 4 language skills
(reading, writing, listening and speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading: (1 hour 15 minutes) 20% of total marks - Shows you can deal with different types of text.
Writing: (1 hour 30 minutes) 20% - Shows you can write a variety of text types, such as essays and proposals.
Use of English: (1 hour) 20% - lets you demonstrate your knowledge and control of grammar and vocabulary.
Listening: (40 minutes) 20% - Shows you can follow and understand a range of spoken materials.
Speaking: (15 minutes) 20% - Shows you can communicate in a real-life context. You take the test face-to-face with one or two other candidates
UK and Australia. Preparing for the exam helps you develop the language skills needed for success in study and work.
Stand out from the crowd
- Prove you are a high-achiever
- Learn excellent English for academic and professional success: High level English language skills enhance your employment opportunities. Many of the world’s top employers accept the exam,
including Ernst & Young, Accenture, Bayer and Dell. - Gain a certificate that gives you endless opportunities: The exam is accepted by educational institutions worldwide, including top universities and colleges in the UK, US and Australia.
What’s in the exam? Supported by the largest research programme of its kind, the exam is designed to be fair to users of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds. It covers all 4 language skills
(reading, writing, listening and speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading: (1 hour 15 minutes) 20% of total marks - Shows you can deal with different types of text.
Writing: (1 hour 30 minutes) 20% - Shows you can write a variety of text types, such as essays and proposals.
Use of English: (1 hour) 20% - lets you demonstrate your knowledge and control of grammar and vocabulary.
Listening: (40 minutes) 20% - Shows you can follow and understand a range of spoken materials.
Speaking: (15 minutes) 20% - Shows you can communicate in a real-life context. You take the test face-to-face with one or two other candidates
Cambridge CPE exam: Demonstrate exceptional English. You show the world that you have the English to study or work at the highest levels. It shows you can communicate with fluency and
sophistication like a native speaker.
Show you are the best
What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds and is supported by a dedicated research programme. It covers all 4 language skills
(reading, writing, listening and speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading and Use of English: (1 hour 30 minutes) Shows you can deal with different types of text and demonstrate knowledge and control of the English language.
Writing: (1 hour 30 minutes) Shows you can write a variety of text types, such as essays and proposals.
Listening: (40 minutes) Shows you can follow a range of spoken materials, such as lectures and interviews.
Speaking: (16 minutes) Shows you can communicate in a real-life context. You take the test face to face with one or two other candidates.
Reading and Use of English is worth 40% of the marks, and each of the other papers is worth 20%
sophistication like a native speaker.
Show you are the best
- Demonstrate an extremely high level of English language skills
- Prove you have the fluency to function at the very highest levels of academic and professional life
- Gain a qualification that is accepted worldwide. The exam is accepted by thousands of leading businesses and educational institutions worldwide. Take pride in your achievement as passing
the CPE gives you one of the most valuable English qualifications in the world, an achievement to be really proud of.
What’s in the exam? The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds and is supported by a dedicated research programme. It covers all 4 language skills
(reading, writing, listening and speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
Reading and Use of English: (1 hour 30 minutes) Shows you can deal with different types of text and demonstrate knowledge and control of the English language.
Writing: (1 hour 30 minutes) Shows you can write a variety of text types, such as essays and proposals.
Listening: (40 minutes) Shows you can follow a range of spoken materials, such as lectures and interviews.
Speaking: (16 minutes) Shows you can communicate in a real-life context. You take the test face to face with one or two other candidates.
Reading and Use of English is worth 40% of the marks, and each of the other papers is worth 20%