Cambridge Certificate Exam Preparation
About Cambridge Examinations
Cambridge exams are a set of papers based on real life situations, which test how well the person sitting the exam uses the English language. Each test is returned to the University of Cambridge for marking and assessment, except for the speaking exam, which is conducted by locally based examiners. There are 4 levels of Cambridge exams, these are; the Preliminary English Test (PET), First Certificate in English (FCE), Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) and Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE). They vary in difficulty level from intermediate (PTE) to very advanced (CPE). The certificates awarded for successful completion of these exams are recognised around the world as proof of the person's level of English.
The PET course is not currently being offered.
Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) Preparation
Course Length: 12 weeks
The Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) is an intermediate level exam, consisting of 3 papers, listening, reading and writing, and speaking. This is a valuable qualification for anyone who wants to work or study abroad or to develop a career in international business.
The PET Preparation course is designed to prepare students to sit the Cambridge PET exam. The course will focus on each of the three areas that make up the exam, and will involve the student sitting practice examinations to show students what to expect when they do sit the Cambridge Certificate exam. The pre-requisite for entering this course is either the satisfactory completion of General English at Intermediate (GE3), an IELTS score of 4.0 or undergo the BCE placement test.
Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) Preparation
Course Length: 12 weeks
The Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) is an upper intermediate level exam, which is recognised by employers and many universities and educational institutions throughout the world as proof of intermediate level English skills, and accepted as meeting part of their entrance requirements.
The course is designed to prepare students to sit the Cambridge FCE exam, and will focus on each of the 5 areas that make up the exam, these are reading, writing, use of English, listening, and speaking. The outcomes of the course for the learner include; advanced vocabulary usage, pronunciation and grammar skills, spontaneous conversation skills in a wide range of contexts, reading complex texts and understanding the writing purpose for every-day contexts. The pre-requisite for entering this course is either the satisfactory completion of General English Intermediate (GE3), an IELTS score of 4.5 or undergo the BCE placement test.
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) Preparation
Course Length: 12 weeks
The Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English is an advanced level exam. This certificate is recognised throughout the world and seen by many institutions of higher education as proof of adequate languages skills for courses taught and assessed in English.
The course is designed to prepare students to sit the Cambridge CAE exam, focusing on each of the 5 areas that make up the exam, these are reading, writing, use of English, listening, and speaking. The outcomes of the course for the learner include; advanced vocabulary usage, pronunciation and grammar skills, spontaneous conversation skills at an advanced level, understanding the writing purpose for everyday contexts and the ability to read advanced and complex texts. The pre-requisite for entering this course is either the satisfactory completion of General English Upper Intermediate (GE4), an IELTS practice test score of 5.0 (or above) or undergo the BCE placement test.
The CPE course is not currently being offered.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) Preparation
Course Length: 12 weeks
The Cambridge Certificate in Proficiency in English is a very advanced level exam, recognised as proof that the participant has moved past a good knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, to actually using the language.
This course is suited to people who can function effectively in almost any English-speaking context, with an English level approaching that of an educated native speaker. The course will focus on each of the 5 areas that make up the exam, these are reading, writing, use of English, listening and speaking. The course is suited to anyone wanting to work or study abroad, wishing to sit the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English examination or improve their high English skills. The pre-requisite for entering this course is either the satisfactory completion of General English Advanced (GE4), an IELTS score of 5.5 or undergo the BCE placement test.
Level Placements
Your placement in these levels is determined by a paper test and oral interview when you enter the school. Level placement is based on your knowledge of English and on your ability to communicate. These scores below are approximate:
| Level | TOEIC | IELTS Scores |
TOEFL | (CBT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced | 750 – 900 | 6 – 9 | 580 – 680 | 250 - 300 |
| Upper Intermediate | 650 – 750 | 5 – 6 | 525 – 580 | 195 - 250 |
| Intermediate | 600 – 650 | 4 – 5 | 475 – 525 | 150 – 195 |
| Pre Intermediate | 500 – 600 | 3 – 4 | 425 – 475 | 113 – 150 |
| Elementary | 300 – 500 | N/A | 300 – 425 | 40 – 113 |
