NEW! The extended list for the results of the Cambridge ESOL exams recognised at the Baccalaureate.
FCE (Cambridge English: First)
Council of Europe Framework level B2
This is an intermediate level exam, requiring competence in all the language skills. It offers an upper-intermediate language qualification for people wishing to work or study in an English speaking country or organisation or to cope easily as a tourist in an English speaking country. FCE is the most widely taken exam and has the most widespread recognition. It is taken for employment and study purposes and it usually requires 500 – 600 hours of learning.
Check out the exam content or download the handbook.
FCE for Schools
Council of Europe Framework level B2
The First Certificate in English for Schools is a version of the well-known FCE exam. It follows exactly the same format as FCE and is designed for school-age learners, offering an upper-intermediate language qualification for those who want to study in an English speaking country.
Find out more information about the FCE for Schools exam.
CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)
Council of Europe Framework level C1
This exam indicates an advanced level of competence in English, suitable for those who require English for professional or study purposes. It is recognised by the majority of UK universities for English language entrance requirements.
Check out the exam content or download the handbook.
IMPORTANT information for CAE exams
As of November 2011 candidates taking Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) are required to have their photograph taken on the day of their test. Learn more
All preparation centres must send the British Council Examinations Services the test day photo consent forms for their CAE candidates. There are two forms, depending on candidates' ages: minors and over 18.
The candidates who wish to sit the Cambridge English: Advanced examination in order to apply for a student visa in Australia must contact British Council: contact@britishcouncil.ro
CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
Council of Europe Framework level C2
CPE is a very advanced level exam approaching a standard of English similar to that of an educated native speaker. As such it fulfils entry requirements for university study in English language and is recognised by UK universities, many universities in other English-speaking countries and by other professional bodies world-wide.
Check out the exam content or download the handbook.
Upcoming registrations are announced in due time on our website. We recommend you check it regularly.
For the complete list of registration dates please download the 2012 Cambridge exams calendar (PDF, 190 KB).
Upcoming registrations:
| Exam type |
Exam date |
Registration |
Location |
FCE
computer-based |
June
2012 |
By 29 May 2012
Download the registration form. |
Bucharest |
Computer-based FCE and CAE
|
July 2012 |
By 25 June
Download the registration form, as well as the photographic consent for CAE candidates (over and under 18). |
Targu Jiu |
| Computer-based FCE |
July 2012 |
By 29 June
Download the registration form. |
"Victoria" Courses and Testing Centre, Bucharest |
| Computer-based CAE |
July 2012 |
By 22 June
Download the registration form, as well as the photographic consent for CAE candidates (over and under 18). |
Colegiul National "I.L. Caragiale" Bucharest |
Please note that the account where all candidates and preparation schools should submit their entry fees is RO88 CITI 0000 0008 2601 2196, at Citibank Europe plc, Dublin – Bucharest. Please follow the payment procedure detailed in each entry form.
If you are a preparation centre who wishes to make registrations for the Cambridge exams, please use this template and email it to contact@britishcouncil.ro.
Before registering any Cambridge ESOL exam, read the Summary Regulations for Candidates and Notice to Candidates as it contains information you need in order to take an exam and also rules and regulations for the day of the exam.
For information about the registration policy, special arrangements, cancellation, refunds or results, see also Important information for candidates.
Preparing for an exam is an essential step towards gaining higher scores. At the British Council you can register for one of our exam preparation courses and borrow a wide variety of exam preparation materials from our libraries in Bucharest, Cluj and Iasi.
TOP TIPS FOR PET/FCE/CAE are booklets meant to help you improve your knowledge before taking the exam and they are avilable for sale at the British Council.
Find out more about how to prepare for a Cambridge exam
* valid for registrations periods listed in the Exams calendar.
| Exam |
Type |
Fee |
| FCE |
Paper based |
575 RON |
|
Computer based |
545 RON |
| FCE for Schools |
Paper based |
575 RON |
| CAE |
Paper based |
610 RON |
|
Computer based |
580 RON |
| CPE |
Paper based |
625 RON |
Should you have any other questions, please contact our Customer Services team in Bucharest, Cluj or Iasi.
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