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Cambridge International Certificate in Financial English (ICFE)
The International Certificate in Financial English (ICFE), an internationally recognised examination set at levels B2 and C1 of the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR), assesses language skills in the context of finance and accounting. B2 is equivalent to the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE), and C1 is equivalent to the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE). Examinations at the C1 level may be used as proof of language necessary to work in an international context or to follow a course of study related to finance at university level.
The International Certificate in Financial English (ICFE) is a high-level language qualification developed through the combined areas of expertise of the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) to meet the demand for helping finance professionals demonstrate that they have the financial English skills they need to succeed in the global business arena.
Exam Details
The examination takes approximately 3.5 hours in total and consists of four papers:
- Test of Reading
- Test of Writing
- Test of Listening
- Test of Speaking
ICFE exam will take place in May 2011
For more information, please contact the Examination Unit: tim.perry@pt.britishcouncil.org
| Intensive course in Financial English /ICFE Exam Preparation course |
Are you working in the financial sector or studying Finance or Accounting? - Do you need to improve your English in order to succeed in the global business arena?
- Do you liaise with finance professionals and clients who expect you to be able to speak and write confidently in English?
- Do you wish to enhance your financial English language skills and provide proof of your linguistic skills and expertise by obtaining the Cambridge ICFE (International Certificate in Financial English)?
If so, then our intensive course in Financial English /ICFE Exam Preparation course has been specifically designed to meet your needs. Course Details
The aim of this 15-hour course is to prepare students for the ICFE exam. The course concentrates on exam familiarisation and the development of necessary reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. This course will be offered shortly before the exam date. Course content: - training on the content and format of exam papers
- timed practice from past papers
- detailed feedback about your written work
- understanding the different exercise types
- analysing questions
- time management
- understanding of different text types
- language input
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Next course offered: prior to exam
Level test: required
Course fee: to be confirmed
Registration fee: EUR 60.00
For further course information contact: maryanne.graham@pt.britishcouncil.org |
TKT is a test about teaching English to speakers of other languages. It aims to increase teachers' confidence and enhance job prospects by focusing on the core teaching knowledge needed by teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners.
There are five modules
- Module 1: Language and background to language learning and teaching
- Module 2: Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching
- Module 3: Managing the teaching and learning process
- Module 4: Content and Language Integrated Learning
- Module 5: Knowledge about Language
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Enrolment
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Exam dates |
Coimbra, Lisbon
and Porto |
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19 December 2011 |
Friday
10 February 2012 |
Coimbra, Lisbon
and Porto |
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25 February 2012 |
Friday
20 April 2012 |
Coimbra, Lisbon
and Porto |
until
26 May 2012 |
Friday
20 July 2012 |
Coimbra, Lisbon
and Porto |
until
20 July 2012 |
Friday
14September 2012 |
Coimbra, Lisbon
and Porto |
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21September 2012 |
Friday
16 November 2012 |
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How to enrol
Download the enrolment form (pdf, 92k), follow the simple instructions and return it to your nearest centre.
For more information, visit the Cambridge ESOL site to download a sample paper
Next preparation courses: please phone for details
Coimbra: (+351) 239 853 700
Lisbon: (+351) 213 214 554
Porto: (+351) 222 073 060
ILEC is an examination set at levels B2 and C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. ILEC is equivalent in level to the world famous Cambridge First Certificate in English and Certificate in Advanced English, and assesses language skills in a legal context. Examinations at the C1 level may be used as proof of the level of language necessary to work in an international legal context or to follow a course of legal study at university level.
ILEC is a Cambridge ESOL examination, produced and assessed by, in collaboration with Translegal – Europe’s leading firm of lawyer-linguists. It is recognised by leading associations of lawyers including the European Company Lawyers Association, the European Law Students Association, the International Association of Young Lawyers, and the European Young Bar Association.
Exam papers contents and dates:
- Reading: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Writing: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Listening: 40 minutes
- Speaking: 15 minutes per pair of candidates
Dates and fees for 2012
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Enrolment |
Written exam |
Oral exam |
Lisbon
Porto |
06-16 March 2012 |
Saturday, 12 May 2012 |
04- 14 May 2012 |
Fee: EUR 230.00
How to enrol:
Download the enrolment form (pdf, 30k), follow the simple instructions and return it to your nearest centre.
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CIE - Cambridge International Examinations |
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LSE – London School of Economics |
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Deakin University (Australia) |
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FCO – Foreign Commonwealth Office |
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APM Group |
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CIPS – The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply |
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MBSW – Manchester Business School Worldwide |
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The University of Warwick |
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Aston University |
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NCTJ Training |
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BPP Law School |
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Cambridge Assessment - BMAT |
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University of London |
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IFS - Institute of Financial Services |
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ACCA - The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants |
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Society of Technical Analysists |
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Edinburgh Business School / Heriot-Watt University |
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Securities Institute |
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University of Greenwich |
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University of Derby |
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BCS - The British Computer Society |
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Trinity College London |
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University of Westminster |
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King's College London |
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CFA – Chartered Financial Analysists |
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CEM - The College of Estate Management |
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CIM - The Chartered Institute of Marketing |
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MRS - The Market Research Society |
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AQA - Assessment and Qualifications Alliance |
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University of New England (Australia) |
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Hartpury College |
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University of Leicester |
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Kingston University |
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UMIST |
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Henley Management College |
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Durham Business School |
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The Institute of Packaging |
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