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| What certificate holders can do… |
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| - the new website for students who are preparing to take a cambridge ESOL exam. |
| - Access state of the art on-line English courses and resources. Find out about exciting events in your area. Search for latest English Language books available in British Centres all over Poland. |
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CAMBRIDGE ESOL EXAMINATIONS |
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We offer a wide range of Cambridge ESOL English examinations:
All these examinations, prepared by Cambridge ESOL language experts, assess the ability to communicate effectively in English in realistic situations. That is why they are so popular among these who use English in their studies and work.
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Why should I sit a Cambridge ESOL exam? |
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We offer Cambridge language examinations, which are the most popular exams in the whole world. Cambridge exams have been offered by the University of Cambridge for almost 100 years.
If you want to…
- prove that you are ambitious
Cambridge certificates provide both an objective and prestigious indication of your language skills.
- study in Poland or abroad
Cambridge certificates are internationally recognised by many universities and educational institutions as English language entrance requirements.
In Poland almost 200 universities recognise KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC and IELTS exams at various stages of education career . Click on the exam to check which universities recognise it.
- find a good job
Cambridge certificates are recognised by top international companies as an English language qualification
In Poland over 50 companies recognise KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC and IELTS exams. Click on the exam to check which companies recognise it.
- become a civil servant
FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC Vantage, BEC Higher and IELTS (over 6) are accepted by the Polish Civil Service Office as an English language qualification required from Polish civil servants.
- become an English language teacher
CAE and CPE are recognised by the Polish Ministry of Education as an English language qualification. Additionally, the Ministry requires teachers to complete a methodological course.
- work In the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
CPE is recognised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a suitable English language qualification.
- become a tour guide
FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC Vantage, BEC Higher and IELTS (band 6 or more) are recognised by the Polish Ministry of Education as a suitable English Language qualification .
- go to Australia, New Zealand or Canada
In Poland IELTS is required by the foreign embassies of Australia, New Zealand and Canada for emigration purposes.
- receive British citizenship
IELTS (band 6,5 or more) is recognised by the Home Office in Great Britain as an English language qualification for foreigners applying for British citizenship.
- receive a lifelong language certificate
Remember that KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE and BEC certificates are valid for life. IELTS is valid for two years.
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The registration procedures for Spring 2009 examinations session are as follows:
1. Read the Cambridge ESOL Examinations Regulations Spring 2009 carefully.
2. In the period from 1st December 2008 to 20th January 2009 enter your candidature into the candidates’ on-line database in the British Council EntryNet system on www.britishcouncil.pl.
3. By 21st January 2009 deposit the required fee according to the instructions given in the British Council EntryNet.
Candidates who by the above dates do not observe the procedures stated in points A. 1 and 2 will not be able to enter for the Spring 2009 session of the Cambridge ESOL examinations in the standard entry period and their personal data will be deleted from the candidates’ database in the British Council EntryNet on-line registration system.
1. Read the Cambridge ESOL Examinations Regulations Spring 2009 carefully.
2. In the period from 21January to 4th February 2009 enter your candidature into the candidates’ on-line database in the British Council EntryNet system on www.britishcouncil.pl.
3. By 5th February 2009 deposit the required fee according to the instructions given in the British Council EntryNet.
Candidates who do not observe the procedures stated in points B. 1 and 2 by the above dates will not be able to enter for the Spring 2009 session of the Cambridge ESOL examinations in the Late Entry period and their personal data will be deleted from the candidates’ database in the British Council EntryNet on-line registration system.
Important: Candidates will receive by e-mail the confirmation that their data was successfully added to the candidates’ on-line database together with information regarding payment details and examination fee. The proof of payment submission is not required. When the payment is accredited to the British Council account the candidate will receive an e-mail with the conformation of registration for a Cambridge ESOL examination in the Winter 2008 session. Both e-mail messages should be kept until the Statement of Entry with the detailed plan of the session is delivered by traditional mail.
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Spring 2009 |
| Normal Entry Registration |
1 December 2008 - 20 January 2009 |
| Late Entry |
21 January 2009 - 4 February 2009 |
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Where can I register and sit the exam? |
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What are the examination fees? |
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When do the exams take place? |
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Spring 2009 |
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| Papers: Reading, Writing and Use of English and Listening |
14 March (all exam centres) |
| Paper: Speaking |
6 - 15 March |
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| Papers: Reading, Writing and Use of English and Listening |
14 March (all exam centres) |
| Paper: Speaking |
6 - 15 March |
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1. DISABLED CANDIDATES
Candidates who require special arrangements (e.g. candidates with hearing or visual difficulties) are asked to provisionally report it while entering their data into the candidates’ on-line database in the British Council EntryNet system. Relevant supporting documentation – a medical certificate and a form completed and signed by the candidate (available also in the British Council EntryNet system and in all examination centres) - should be submitted to the examination centre by the end of the particular registration period (detail information in point ).
2. DYSLEXIA
Candidates applying for 25 % extra time for the written parts of the examination because of dyslexia, dysgraphy or dysorthography are asked to provisionally report it while entering their data into the candidates’ on-line database in the British Council EntryNet system and submit the following documents to the examination centre by the end of the particular registration period (detail information in point ):
1. A report provided by a fully qualified educational, clinical or chartered psychologist:
a) issued not earlier than March 2007
b) stating details of the degree of dyslexia, dysgraphy or dysorthography
c) naming tests conducted to diagnose dyslexia, dysgraphy or dysorthography
2. A form completed and signed by the candidate (available also in the British Council EntryNet system and in all examination centres).
Important: No documents will be accepted after the end of the particular registration period. Any request for special arrangements of candidates who provisionally reported their special arrangements needs while entering their data into the candidates’ on-line database in the British Council EntryNet system, but did not deliver the abovementioned documents by the end of the particular registration period will not be taken into consideration.
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How to apply for invoices and reimbursements? |
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If you want to receive an invoice for your exam payment, fill in one of the forms below:
British Council is not a payer of VAT.
- If you paid for an exam, but did not register you are entitled to a full refund. Click here to download a Refund Form. Fill it in and submit to the examination centre.
If you were not able to take part in the written part of the exam because of health reasons you are entitled to a 60% refund of the basic examination fee. The basis for the refund is a Medical certificate signed by your doctor and submitted to the address below no later than the deadline stated in the regulations of the session:
British Council Examinations Services
Al. Jerozolimskie 59
00-697 Warsaw
In all other cases reimbursements are not possible (more information in the regulations of the session).
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WHAT YOUR LANGUAGE LEVEL MEANS? |
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The Council of Europe Common European Framework of Reference is intended to describe the criteria of language knowledge and skills of language learners across Europe. Please find below a comparison of Cambridge ESOL General English Exams with the Council of Europe global scale levels.
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Detailed description |
A1
Break-through |
Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help. |
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Waystage |
Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need. |
B1
Threshold |
Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. |
B2
Vantage |
Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. |
C1
Effective Proficiency |
Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. |
C2
Mastery |
Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations. |
For more information please visit the Council of Europe webpage.
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