We are pleased to announce that candidates can now choose to take the computer-based versions of FCE, FCEfS and CAE: CBFCE, CBFCEfS and CBCAE. The computer-based test is the same as the paper and pen test and leads to the same internationally recognised Cambridge ESOL certificate - only the method of completing the test is different.
Practice tests for CBFCE and CBCAE giving teachers and candidates the opportunity to see what a CB test is like and the types of items that will appear in the live test, are now available: CBFCE Free Sample and CBCAE Free Sample.
First Certificate in English (FCE)
The First Certificate in English is the most widely taken Cambridge ESOL examination. It is set at Level B2 of the Council of Europe Common Framework for modern languages.
Learners at this level are expected to be able to handle the main structures of English with some confidence, demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of vocabulary and use appropriate communication skills in a variety of social situations.
First Certificate in English for Schools (FCEfS)
The First Certificate in English for Schools, available from May 2011, is a new version of the well-known FCE exam. It follows exactly the same format as FCE and the level of the test is identical. The test is specially designed for school-age learners, making it the ideal choice for candidates at this level. A sample paper is available here: www.cambridgeesol.gr/exams/exams-schools/fce-schools.html
Why did Cambridge ESOL create FCE for Schools?
Every year hundreds of thousands of teenagers throughout the world participate in FCE, the world’s most popular B2 level English language test. Cambridge ESOL created FCE for Schools in recognition of the need for an evaluation at this level which reflects the lifestyle and interests of the majority of candidates.
What are the benefits of FCE for Schools?
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
The Certificate in Advanced English 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.
CAE is accepted by UK universities and colleges as proof of the right English skills for college and university study and will provide you with up to 70 additional UCAS Tariff points towards your application to UK colleges and universities by UCAS (the UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
It is also accepted by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) as meeting the English requirement for Tier 4 student visa requirements. For further information, please visit:
www.cambridgeesol.org/info/uk-immigration/tier4.html
Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
The Certificate of Proficiency in English is set at Level C2 of the Council of Europe Common Framework for modern languages. It is a very advanced level exam, and is appropriate for learners who have achieved a high level of language skills and are able to function effectively in almost any English-speaking context.
This usually requires one year’s study beyond CAE.
CPE is accepted by UK universities and colleges as proof of the right English skills for college and university study and will provide you with up to 140 additional UCAS Tariff points towards your application to UK colleges and universities by UCAS (the UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service).
In 2013 (the 100th anniversary of the launch of CPE) Cambridge ESOL will be introducing a new revised version of the exam. This new version will be shorter in length by approximately 2 hours. However, careful exam design means that CPE assesses at exactly the same high level and testing focuses in each of the written papers. A sample paper is available here: www.cambridgeesol.org/assets/pdf/exams/cpe/cpe-spec-2013.pdf
For information on exam dates, registration, fees and results, see the links on the left.
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