The Cambridge English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) exams include a wide range of certificates and diplomas, designed to meet the needs of learners at every level. They are amongst the world best-known qualifications for learners of English.

The Cambridge ESOL examinations are recognised by thousands of companies, academic institutions, universities & colleges, professional bodies and ministry & government bodies throughout the world. They help you get to higher education, improve job prospects and enable you to consider a variety of job opportunities.

Have a quick look at the page How to prepare for ESOL exams. For additional information about our exams programme please contact our Exams Unit.

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A pass at PET level indicates that the student has developed the skills to cope in largely predictable social and work situations in an English speaking environment.

Learners at this level can expect to be able to work or study in an English speaking environment and cope easily as tourists in an English speaking country. This certificate is widely accepted for commercial and preliminary academic purposes in the UK and throughout the world.

At this level learners can be expected to cope confidently in most situations that would arise in an English speaking country - socially, professionally and in higher education. CAE is accepted by almost all universities and colleges in Britain and many others throughout the world including employers.

At this stage, learners are approaching a standard of English similar to that of an educated native speaker. CPE is accepted by almost all universities and colleges in Britain and many others throughout the world, as proof of a level of English suitable for entry to courses of higher education or postgraduate study. Many employers also recognise CPE.