Exam and Tests

There six levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. are described in the table below.

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About the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR or CEF)

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR or CEF) is an international standard for describing language ability. It describes language ability on a six-point scale, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for those who have mastered a language. This makes it easy for anyone involved in language teaching and testing, such as teachers or learners, to see the level of different qualifications. It also means that employers and educational institutions can easily compare our qualifications to other exams in their country.

There six levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. are described in the table below.

Cambridge English

Cambridge English (a part of Cambridge Assessment) is a department of Cambridge University. Their English exams Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), First (FCE), Preliminary (PET) and Key (KET) are recognized around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.

Cambridge English exams
IELTS – International English Language Testing System

B2 First (FCE) – First Certificate in English (B2)

C1 Advanced (CAE) – Certificate of Advanced English (C1)

C2 Proficiency (CPE) – Certificate of Proficiency in English (C2)

B1 Preliminary (PET), Preliminary for Schools – Preliminary English Test (B1)

A2 Key (KET) – Key English Test (A2)

BEC – Business English Certificates (B1, B2, C1)

The following gives an approximate comparison between the different exams. The exams all use the Common European Framework (CEF) proficiency levels.