Answers to your questions about exams
Is there something you want to know about the exams we offer?. Here is a list of the most frequently asked questions and answers. If you have a question that we have not covered here please contact us and we will answer it for you.
No, it is not necessary to take a course. It is up to the candidates where and how they prepare for the exams.
The University of Cambridge exams in English as a foreign language have earned widespread international recognition. The certificates are valid for life.
To pass an exam with grade C it is necessary to achieve approximately 60 per cent of the total marks available for FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC Vantage and BEC Higher. With KET, PET and BEC Preliminary the minimum for pass is 70 per cent.
No, your entry cannot be transferred from one exam sitting to a later one or to a different level of the exam.
75 per cent of the fee will be refunded, provided that a request for the refund is accompanied by a statement from a medical practitioner. This statement should specify the reasons why the candidate was unable to sit the exam. You have to deliver this statement not later than 5 days after the exam.
No. Any candidate using or attempting to use a dictionary or spell-checker will be disqualified.
No, because all question papers are sent to Cambridge ESOL in the UK. Candidates' answers and other work done by the candidates as part of an exam remain the property of Cambridge ESOL and will not be released to candidates, schools or administering centres.
No, it is up to you to choose which level of exam suits your needs and knowledge.
Yes, you can register late, but you will be obliged to pay a late entry fee.
Yes, we are able to administrate the exam for you. Please contact us at least six months before the actual date of the exam.
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