Computer-based Exams - British Council

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	CAMBRIDGE COMPUTER-BASED EXAMS

Cambridge ESOL exams are now available to be taken as a computer-based test. Other than the method of completing them, the exams are exactly the same, and they both lead to the same internationally recognised Cambridge ESOL certificate.

		What are the advantages of computer-based exams?

Completing an exam with keyboard and mouse instead of paper and pen (especially the writing part) can be a substantial advantage for some candidates.
You can register shortly before the exam (even 2 weeks before the exam day)
Fast access to your results – you can view your results online just 3 weeks after the test. Certificates are available 5-6 weeks after the test.
During the listening part you will have headphones with adjustable volume.
You will be able to edit your answers on the screen during the test and complete them in the order you choose. You will see an overview of answered and unanswered questions.
There is an online timer on the screen and other help functions.
Test dates are different from paper-based tests so you have an opportunity to take the test outside the 3 main exam sessions.

		Registration

	If you want to discover more about the registration process, examination dates and fees, this is the right section. Find out more

		THE DAY OF YOUR EXAM

	Here you will find important information about the day of your exam, e.g. when to arrive, what to bring with you etc. Find out more

		Results and certificates

The results will be available online from the date given in the table below. Candidates will be able to access their results on the Cambridge ESOL website using an identification number and code issued by the relevant exam centre. The login details are stated on each candidate's timetable; we can resend you the results access information by email upon your request.

Certificates must be collected in person at the exam centre or patner library, respectively. Please bring your candidate number and ID.

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER EXAMS 2011

Exam	Results	Certificates

CB PET	11.11.2011	9.12.2011

CB FCE	17.10.2011	11.11.2011

CB CAE	14.11.2011	9.12.2011

SPRING EXAMS 2012

Exam	Results	Certificates

CB FCE	26/4	18/5

CB CAE	27/4	21/5

CB CAE	18/6	9/7

AUTUMN EXAMS 2012

Exam	Results	Certificates

CB FCE	12/10	2/11

CB CAE	5/10	26/10

CB FCE	2/11	23/11

		Types of exams

We currently offer the following computer-based examinations:

Computer-based Preliminary English Test (CB PET)
For more information on the structure and content of the exam see the PET website.

Computer-based First Certificate in English (CB FCE)
For more information on the structure and content of the exam see the FCE website.

Computer-based Certificate in Advanced English (CB CAE)
For more information on the structure and content of the exam see the CAE website.

		On-line preparation – Recommended!

	Get familiar with the environment of computer-based tests on the Cambridge ESOL website. Check out what a full CB test will be like and see the types of questions that will appear in the live exam. (Note: you do not need to enter any candidate number or password, just click on the SUBMIT button)

		FAQs

	Do you have any questions? Look at this section many of them can be answered here.

How do Cambridge General English exams compare with the Common European Framework levels?

CEF level	Corresponding Cambridge exam

C2 – Mastery	CPE

C1 – Effective operational proficiency	CAE

B2 – Vantage	FCE

B1 – Threshold	PET

A2 – Waystage	KET

A1 – Breakthrough	–