The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is set at Level C1 of the Council of Europe Common Framework for modern languages. Learners at this level are expected to be able to use the structures of English with ease and fluency. At this level learners are expected to cope in most situations that would arise in an English-speaking country, socially, professionally and in higher education.

Candidates usually need to study for about two years after passing FCE to be successful at CAE.

Exam papers contents and dates:

Reading: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Writing: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Use of English: one hour
Listening: approximately 40 minutes
Speaking: 15 minutes per pair of candidates

	Written exams dates: Registration deadlines: 3 Dec. 2011 21 Oct. 2011 17 March 2012 27 Jan. 2012 13 June 2012 18 April 2012

The speaking and writing tests are always on different dates. You will receive a schedule with your speaking appointment approximately 3 weeks before the examination.


Location: British Council Paris or an easily accessible nearby test venue.

Price: €201

To register download the application form (PDF) and send it to the British Council, with your cheque, before the deadline.


For up-to-date information on set texts for CAE please go to: www.cambridgeesol.org > Exams > CAE > Exam Format > Writing


Test Day Photo: From November 2011 all candidates taking the CAE will have their photo taken on the day of the exam. Your result with your photo will be available online for a university, an employer or another organisation to consult if you wish to give them access to it. Download the Test Day Photo information sheet for more information (PDF).


Schools

If you have more 25 students or more we can organize the exam in your school. Extra dates are availiable; and we offer a discount. Please contact us by e-mail at exams@britishcouncil.fr at the beginning of the school year or as soon as possible.