If you want to develop your English skills, we can help you, whatever your level, and whatever your reason. Whether you want to improve your job prospects, gain entry to a UK university, make travelling easier or help your children learn English, we have a Cambridge exam to suit you.

University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL) offers the world’s most valuable range of English qualifications accepted by 13 000 organisations around the world.

The Examinations services centre of British Council Bulgaria, which is the first authorised centre of Cambridge ESOL in Bulgaria, has been awarded the Cambridge ESOL Platinum Centre status in recognition of the high quality of the services and the expertise in exam administration. Platinum Centres offer the full range of Cambridge English exams and play a crucial role in the work with Cambridge ESOL through their professionalism, commitment and dedication.

General English
You can take general Cambridge English exams with us at one of five levels; each level will test your English skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. We can also help you apply and prepare for the exam. Find out more.

Business English
Cambridge English: Business certificates (BEC) focus on the application of language in international business situations. There are three BEC levels: Preliminary, Higher and Vantage. Find out how to register and take BEC exams with us.

Legal English
You are a lawyer or study law and need an evidence of your ability to work effectively in an international legal context? We recommend you to take the Cambridge English: Legal (ILEC) at our centre.

Financial English
If you are considering a career in finance or are about to embark on studying towards an accounting or finance qualification, the Cambridge English: Financial (ICFE) will be a valuable addition to your CV.

Young Learners tests
Encourage your children to take one of the three available tests for young learners: Starters, Movers and Flyers. The tests aim to sample relevant and meaningful language use, measure ability accurately and fairly, present a positive impression of international tests. Find out more about taking Young Learners tests with us.

How can I prepare for the exam?
You can prepare yourself for the exams by attending preparatory courses at our Teaching Centre in Sofia or at other language schools and centres, by private lessons or by self-study.

The University of Cambridge offers Online Practice tests for many exam levels.
The recommended textbooks for the exams can be obtained locally from the local booksellers of CUP, OUP, Longman, Heinemann, etc. Sample papers and further exam details are also available on the Cambridge website.