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Why take a Cambridge English Exams

  • Globally recongnised, by more than 11,000 educational institutions, universities, organisations, employers, government agencies, immigration authorities and professional bodies across the world.
  • On the approved list for Visa under Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 4 category
  • Assesses all four language skills : listening, speaking, reading and writing
  • Cambridge ESOL is a member of the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)
  • All Cambridge ESOL exams are linked to the CEFR, which sets clear standards to be reached at each level
  • High standards of quality. All exams are ‘pre-tested’ with real students, which ensures accurate measurement of ability
  • Flexible in choice. Cambridge ESOL exams are fit for purpose, which means that there is an exam to suit each segment
  • Strong support, including syllabus, sample papers, course books, practice tests, teacher resource etc.
  • Cambridge ESOL certificates are:
    • Valid for life. You will not need to take the exam again
    • Truly international. Recognised around the world for business and study purposes
    • Officially recognised by thousands of employers, universities and government departments
    • Clear pathways to higher qualifications
    • Qualifications that give the ‘Can do’ skills and the confidence to use English in real situations.