General English Examinations
Cambridge Examinations for Speakers of Other Languages
‘The Cambridge ESOL General English exams have a wide choice of certificates reflecting the very different needs and abilities of learners. The certificates cover basic exams for those beginning to learn English, through to advanced certificates for those who have attained a high level of fluency.’‘They are taken by over 3 million people in 130 countries, helping them gain entrance to university or college, improve job prospects or measure progress in English.’
‘More than 8,500 employers, universities and government bodies around the world recognise Cambridge ESOL qualifications.’ (Adapted from http://www.cambridgeesol.org/)
Crossroads Languages partner schools provide year-round quality preparation for the following Cambridge examinations :
PET (Preliminary English Test) B1
PET is an exam for people who can use everyday written and spoken English at an intermediate level. It covers all four language skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking.It is for you if you can :
- deal with everyday events
- read simple textbooks or magazine articles
- write letters on familiar subjects
- take notes in a meeting
FCE (First Certificate in English) B2
FCE is aimed at people who can use everyday written and spoken English at an upper-intermediate level. It is for you if you can :- understand texts from a wide variety of sources
- use English to make notes while someone is speaking in English
- talk to people about a wide variety of topics
- understand people talking in English on radio or television programmes
It is an ideal exam for people who want to use English for work or study purposes.
CAE (Certificate in Advanced English) C1
CAE is an exam for advanced users of English. This exam is aimed at people who can use written and spoken English for most professional and social purposes. It is for you if you can :- use English in an effective way for business or study purposes
- use English confidently and flexibly
- produce well-structured, clear pieces of writing on complex issues
CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) C2
CPE is Cambridge ESOL's most advanced exam. It is for you if you can :- use English to advise on, or talk about complex or sensitive issues
- understand the finer points of documents, correspondence and reports