English Exams

International English Language Testing System - IELTS
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is jointly administered by UCLES, the British Council and IELTS Australia. It is recognised by many universities and employers in Britain, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and elsewhere as proof of the language ability needed to study in English at degree level. All candidates take the same listening and speaking modules, and there is a choice of levels: 'Academic' and 'General Training' modules. They involve reading, writing, listening and speaking.

The Cambridge EFL exams
The Cambridge EFL exams are known all over the world and are accepted by universities,employers and national education authorities in many countries as evidence of the required standards in English. First Certificate in English - FCE is the most widely taken of the Cambridge EFL examinations. It is an intermediate level examination recognised by business and educational organisations throughout the world.

Certificate in Advanced English - CAE
CAE is a high level qualification in English for those who wish to use English for professional or study purposes. It is recognised by most British universities and in other countries as proof that the holder has the language ability to follow a course of study in the medium of English.

Certificate of Proficiency in English - CPE
CPE is the highest level EFL exam offered by UCLES and is recognised by British universities as proof of the language ability needed to study in English at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Certificates in Communicative Skills in English - CCSE
In addition to the EFL Main Suite, UCLES also offers a suite of certificates which allow candidates to gain recognition for their abilities across the range of language skills.

Key English Test - KET
KET is a basic qualification in English and a first step towards more advanced exams.

Preliminary English Test - PET
PET, checks competence in English at a basic level of communication in both social and work situations.