Cambridge Exam Preparation
The University of Cambridge Certificate exams are among the most widely-recognised English language qualifications in the world. If your English level is between intermediate and advanced you have a choice of three Cambridge exams - First Certificate (FCE), Advanced (CAE) and Proficiency (CPE*). Cambridge Examination Preparation standard courses run three times throughout the year starting in January, March and September and are from 9 to 13 weeks in duration.
Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) and Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) Standard (written) Exams take place three times each year: March, June and December. From 2010, Cambridge ESOL are introducing computer based testing at other times of the year: more details on preparation courses for computer based exams.
Entry to a Cambridge Examination Preparation Course requires a level of:
- FCE - Intermediate level
- CAE - Upper Intermediate level
It is necessary to register for the examination to be taken. This examination registration must generally be completed 8 weeks before the exam takes place.
Written exams generally take place in the final week of or the week after Examination Preparation Courses finish. Speaking exams may take place in the two-week period before the written papers. Time should be allowed in your booking and stay in Ireland to complete the exams. Please confirm this with the school when booking.
The examination timetable is issued by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations: general dates are indicated with specific personal exam schedules for the FCE and CAE exams being confirmed within 4 weeks of the exams taking place.
Facts:
Weeks: 9 to 13 plus 1 additional week of accommodation
Class Max: 12
Lessons per week: 20
Lesson time: 45 minutes
Levels: Intermediate to Advanced
Start Dates 2010:
FCE: 15 Mar 2010, 13 Sep 2010
CAE: 15 Mar 2010, 13 Sep 2010
