The Cambridge Exams are divided into two days. First, the candidate completes Listening and Speaking. Later followed by Reading, English in Use and Writing. Any communication at the exam is conducted in English. The test instructions are exclusively in English. Therefore in the preparation courses we use only English textbooks.
| Exam | Date | Registration | Late registration | Speaking window | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KET | Fri 31.5. | 6.3. – 25.4. | 26.4. – 9.5. | 24.5. – 3.6. | 2,600 CZK |
| PET | Fri 31.5. | 6.3. – 25.4. | 26.4. – 9.5. | 24.5. – 3.6. | 2,800 CZK |
| FCE | Sat 8.6. | 6.3. – 18.4. | 19.4. – 16.5. | 24.5. – 16.6. | 4,350 CZK |
| FCE | Tue 11.6. | 6.3. – 18.4. | 19.4. – 16.5. | 24.5. – 16.6. | 4,350 CZK |
| CAE | Wed 12.6. | 6.3. – 18.4. | 19.4. – 16.5. | 24.5. – 16.6. | 4,550 CZK |
| CPE | Thu 13.6. | 6.3. – 18.4. | 19.4. – 16.5. | 24.5. – 16.6. | 4,650 CZK |
More information here: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-registration.htm
Cambridge exams
The Cambridge ESOL exams are amongst the world’s best-known qualifications for learners of English. The exams cover all four language skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing – and assess the candidates’ ability to use a variety of structures and functions in authentic situations. The Cambridge general English exams are available at five levels.
KET– Key English Test
The first step for students wishing to progress towards the higher levels. KET is an early learning objective, which enables people to acquire a general basic ability in English. It can be achieved after approximately 180-200 hours of study. More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-ket.htm
| Council of Europe: | A2 (CEFR) |
| Level: | elementary |
| Organization: | British Council |
PET – Preliminary English test
Tests communicative competence in each of the four language skills at a level approximately two thirds of the way to the FCE. At this level, a learner should be able to cope linguistically in a range of everyday situations, which require use of English in their own or foreign country in contact with native and non-native speakers of the language. About 380 hours of study are required to reach this level. More infromation: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-pet.htm
| Council of Europe: | B1 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Pre-Intermediate |
| Organization: | British Council |
FCE – First Certificate in English
The most widely taken of all the Cambridge ESOL exams. It is an upper-intermediate level examination requiring knowledge of all the language skills. FCE has widespread recognition in commerce and industry, e. g. for public contact or secretarial work in banking, airlines, catering, etc., and in individual university faculties, polytechnics and other institutions. This exam is often taken after approx. 500 to 600 hours of study. More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-fce.htm
| Council of Europe: | B2 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Pre-Intermediate |
| Organization: | British Council |
CAE – Certificate in Advanced English
Indicates a high level of competence in English for learners who are reaching a standard of English that is adequate for most purposes, including business and study. It is recognised by the majority of British universities as proof of adequate language skills for courses taught and assessed in English. More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-cae.htm
| Council of Europe: | C1 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Organization: | British Council |
CPE – Certificate of Proficiency in English
The longest established and highest language qualification in this series. It indicates a level of competence and is recognised by institutions of higher education in many countries, including almost all universities in the United Kingdom. Employers throughout the world also recognise CPE. More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-cpe.htm
| Council of Europe: | C2 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Qualified Knowledge |
| Organization: | British Council |
BEC Preliminary – The Business English Certificate
Business English Certificate PRELIMINARY is an examination for elementary and lower-intermediate level candidates. This level is equivalent to the Preliminary English Test (PET – general English Cambridge exam). More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-bec-preliminary.htm
| Council of Europe: | A2 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Elementary |
| Organization: | British Council |
BEC Vantage – The Business English Certificate
Business English Certificate VANTAGE is an examination for intermediate level candidates already in work or preparing to work in a range of business-related jobs, from general office work to production and financial services. This level is equivalent to the First Certificate in English (FCE – Cambridge general English exam). More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-bec-vantage.htm
| Council of Europe: | B1 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Pre-Intermediate |
| Organization: | British Council |
BEC Higher – The Business English Certificate
Business English Certificate HIGHER is aimed at students who have already acquired or are acquiring business and/or office skills. Learners at this level are expected to be able to handle complex structures and demonstrate knowledge of a wide range of vocabulary. This examination is at an advanced level similar to Certificate in Advanced English (CAE – Cambridge general English exam). More information: http://www.britishcouncil.org/czechrepublic-exams-bec-higher.htm
| Council of Europe: | C1 (CEFR) |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Organization: | British Council |
