Demonstrate Exceptional English
With Cambridge English : Proficiency you show the world that you have the English to study or work at the highest levels. It shows that you can communicate with fluency and sophistication like a native speaker.
Show Universities and Employers That You Are The Best
The exam is accepted by thousands of leading businesses and educational institutions worldwide, including Nestle, Pilsner and University Of British Columbia (Canada).
Take pride in Your Achievement
Passing this exam gives you one of the most valuable English qualifications in the world. It is and achievement to be really proud.
What level is the exam?
The exam focuses on Level C2 – the highest level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
What’s in the exam?
The exam is designed to be fair to people of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds, and is supported by a dedicated research programme.
It covers all four language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.
| Paper Details | Skills Assessed |
|---|---|
| Reading and Use of English : 1 hour and 30 minutes |
Shows that you can deal with different types of texts and demonstrate knowledge and control of the English language. |
| Writing : 1 hour 30 minutes |
Shows that you can write a variety of text types, such as essays and proposals. |
| Listening : 40 minutes |
Shows that you can follow a range of spoken materials, such as lectures and interviews. |
| Speaking : 15 minutes |
Shows that you can communicate in a real life context. You take the test face-to-face with one or two candidates. |
Your overall performance is calculated by averaging the scores you achieve in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking and Use Of English. The weighting of each of the four skills and Use of English is equal.
Sample Certificate
