FCE AND FCE FOR SCHOOLS (Cambridge English: First)

FCE (Cambridge English: First)
First Certificate in English - B2 level*

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.
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FCE for Schools
First Certificate in English for Schools - B2 level*

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.

 Updated version of the popular Cambridge English: First and First for Schools exams starting in January 2015

The exams have been updated in order to ensure that they reflect the latest research into language learning and assesment and also meet the needs of teachers, learners, and those who rely on them for higher education and employment recruitment.

Key features of the updated exams:

			four papers instead of five - Reading and Use of English have been combined into a single paper;
			30 minutes less than the previous examinations - however, they still assess at exactly the same level as the current exams.

For more information, please visit the Cambridge English website.

CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)
Certificate in Advanced English - C1 level*

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.
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New updated version of the Cambridge English: Advanced exam starting in January 2015

A new updated version of the Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) will be introduced starting January 2015.

Key features of the updated exam:

			four papers instead of five;
			45 minutes less than the previous version;
			new tasks and testing focuses.

For more information, please visit the Cambridge English website.

IMPORTANT information for CAE candidates
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)
- Certificate of Proficiency in English - C2 level*

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 worldwide.

In 2013 Cambridge English Assessment is introducing a new, revised edition of the exam to mark the 100th anniversary of the first CPE examination. This new version is the result of a comprehensive review of the exam completed over a number of years. The new specifications for the exam along with a sample paper can be found in the Information for Candidates brochure (PDF, 690 KB).

REGISTRATION

For the complete list of registration dates please download the 2013 Cambridge exams calendar (PDF, 100 KB).

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 (MS Excel, 55 KB) and email it to contact@britishcouncil.ro, along with the proof of payment. Please send the entry forms and copies of ID by post or courier to the Examinations Department.

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Before registering any Cambridge ESOL exam, read the Summary Regulations for Candidates and Notice to Candidates (PDF, 157 KB) 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.

HOW CAN I PREPARE?

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.


Prepare for the Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) exam! Register now for the workshops held on 12, 26 October and 23 November in Bucharest.

TOP TIPS FOR PET/FCE/CAE are booklets meant to help you improve your knowledge before taking the exam and they are available for sale at the British Council.

Find out more about how to prepare for a Cambridge exam.

EXAM FEES*

* valid for registrations periods listed in the exams calendar (PDF, 100 KB).

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*Council of Europe Framework levels