The Cambridge ESOL General English suite of exams offers a wide choice of certificates, from basic to advanced levels. These exams are aligned to:
The exams are recognised around the world by more than 12,000 universities and colleges, employers and government departments.
IELTS: Learn more about your results. If it’s been two weeks since your IELTS test, get your results online. [3]
Cambridge ESOL: Check your results via the British Council results system [4]
![]() Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) is Cambridge’s most advanced exam. Getting this qualification shows that your level of English language is extremely high. You would typically need a CPE if you’re working at a very senior level in international business settings or plan to study at postgraduate and doctoral level. Cambridge CPE is set at level C2 of the Common European Framework. |
![]() Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is a high-level qualification. You’ll need it if you plan to work in high-level professional and academic situations. Cambridge CAE is set at level C1 of the Common European Framework. |
![]() First Certificate in English (FCE) is an upper-intermediate exam. It shows that you have good enough English to work in an English speaking environment or follow a foundation course or any other pathway into a university undergraduate degree. Cambridge FCE is set at Level B2 of the Common European Framework. |
![]() Preliminary English Test (PET) is set at an intermediate level. It will demonstrate your competence in the use of English in real-life situations, as a student or in clerical and managerial jobs. Cambridge PET is set at Level B1 of the Common European Framework. |