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	CPE


	Certificate in Proficiency in English

		Exam venue: British Council Beirut

		Exam fees: USD 200.00 or LBP 300,000

Tell me more about it.

CPE - Certificate in Proficiency in English is a very advanced level exam which recognises your ability to use English in a wide range of contexts, going beyond a good knowledge of vocabulary and grammar to actually using the language.

Am I able to sit for this exam?

CPE is for learners who have reached a high level of language skills and are able to function effectively in almost any English-speaking context.

You are approaching a standard of English similar to that of an educational native speaker.

What does it test?

Five English language skills are tested:

Reading
Writing
Use of English
Listening
Speaking.

When can I do the test?

Exam sessions

Registration dates

May/ June

till 7 March

November/ December

till 15 October

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How can I prepare for it?

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