The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is set at Level C1 of the Council of Europe Common Framework for modern languages. Learners at this level are expected to be able to use the structures of English with ease and fluency. At this level learners are expected to cope in most situations that would arise in an English-speaking country, socially, professionally and in higher education.
Candidates usually need to study for about two years after passing FCE to be successful at CAE.
Exam papers contents and dates:
Reading: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Writing: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Use of English: one hour
Listening: approximately 40 minutes
Speaking: 15 minutes per pair of candidates
Written exams dates:
Registration deadlines:
3 Dec. 2011
21 Oct. 2011
17 March 2012
27 Jan. 2012
13 June 2012
18 April 2012
The speaking and writing tests are always on different dates. You will receive a schedule with your speaking appointment approximately 3 weeks before the examination.
Location: British Council Paris or an easily accessible nearby test venue.
Price: €201
To register download the application form Download PDF Document (PDF) and send it to the British Council, with your cheque, before the deadline.
For up-to-date information on set texts for CAE please go to: www.cambridgeesol.org > Exams > CAE > Exam Format > Writing
Test Day Photo: From November 2011 all candidates taking the CAE will have their photo taken on the day of the exam. Your result with your photo will be available online for a university, an employer or another organisation to consult if you wish to give them access to it. Download the Test Day Photo information sheet for more information Download PDF Document (PDF).
Schools
If you have more 25 students or more we can organize the exam in your school. Extra dates are availiable; and we offer a discount. Please contact us by e-mail at exams@britishcouncil.fr at the beginning of the school year or as soon as possible.
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