Exams

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Cambridge English Qualifications are in-depth exams that make learning English enjoyable, effective and rewarding.

Whether you aspire to get into university, start your own business or develop your career, our general and higher education qualifications give you the confidence to achieve your goals.

These qualifications are based on research into effective teaching and learning. They motivate people of all ages and abilities to learn English and develop practical skills for the real world. Each exam focuses on a level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), helping learners to improve their speaking, writing, reading and listening skills step by step.

Whatever your goals or ambitions, Cambridge English Qualifications are a mark of excellence, accepted and trusted by thousands of organisations worldwide.

Cambridge Exams Have Names Have Changed

To make the progression from one exam to another easier to understand, we have introduced the CEFR level ( link to the CEFR PDF )to each exam’s name.

For example, Cambridge English: First (FCE) will now be known as B2 First. We will also continue to phase out the use of the old acronyms for our exams as the process for changing names will take time to implement.

You can see what this means for each of the Cambridge English Qualifications below:

Cambridge English Qualifications Schools

Old name	New name
Cambridge English: Starters (YLE Starters)	Pre A1 Starters
Cambridge English: Movers (YLE Movers)	A1 Movers
Cambridge English: Flyers (YLE Flyers)	A2 Flyers
Cambridge English: Key for Schools (KET for Schools)	A2 Key for Schools
Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools (PET for Schools)	B1 Preliminary for Schools
Cambridge English: First for Schools (FCE for Schools)	B2 First for Schools
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)	C1 Advanced
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)	C2 Proficiency

Cambridge English Qualifications General and higher education

Old name	New name
Cambridge English: Key (KET)	A2 Key
Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET)	B1 Preliminary
Cambridge English: First (FCE)	B2 First
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)	C1 Advanced
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)	C2 Proficiency

Your Path to Learning English Step by Step

A2 KEY

The Key English Test for schools is aimed at elementary level students and it covers all four language skills: writing, reading, speaking and listening. The students are expected to understand texts and simple directions. If you pass, you will prove you can cope with written and spoken English at a basic level.

B1 PRELIMINARY

The Preliminary English Test is designed to show that students can use their English in everyday situations when studying, working and travelling. The exam is offered in two versions: ‘for students’ and ‘for adult learners’. Both versions of the examination consist of three papers, which include all four language skills.

B2 FIRST

The First Certificate in English is offered in two versions: ‘for schools’ and ‘for adult students’. Both versions are at the same level and have the same format. The main difference between the two examinations is that the topics in the ‘for adult learners’ version have been targeted at the interests of adult students.

C1 ADVANCED

The Certificate in Advanced English can be used for work, study and immigration purposes. The exam is designed to allow students to obtain certification suitable for use in professional and academic life. CAE is accepted by more than 4,000 organisations all over the world.

C2 PROFICIENCY

The Certificate of Proficiency in English is the most difficult examination offered on the CEFR scale. The exam tests English skills at the highest possible level and shows that a candidate is able to communicate with fluency, using native speaker language and expressions. CPE is accepted by many educational institutions. Our centre will include this level in the examination calendar from 2023.