Cambridge ESOL - UCD Applied Language Centre

Why take a Cambridge ESOL Examination?

The Cambridge ESOL Main Suite examinations are designed for learners at all levels from the elementary level Key English Test (KET) to the very advanced Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE). The Main Suite examinations are known throughout the world and are widely recognised for work and study purposes. They give candidates practice in using English In a wide variety of contexts, relevant to work, study and leisure activities.

General English Cambridge exams:

Lower Main Suite
KET	(Key English Test) is an elementary level examination. It tests the ability to cope with everyday written and spoken communications at a basic level.
PET	(Preliminary English Test) is an intermediate level examination. It tests the ability to cope with everyday written and spoken communications.

Upper Main Suite
FCE	(First Certificate in English) is an upper-intermediate level examination. It tests the ability to deal confidently with a range of written and spoken communications.
CAE	(Certificate in Advanced English) is an advanced exam. CAE tests the ability to communicate with confidence in English for work or study purposes.
CPE	(Certificate of Proficiency in English) is a very advanced level exam for learners who achieved a high level of language skills and are able to function effectively in almost any English-speaking context.

Business English Cambridge exams:

BEC P	BEC Preliminary is a pre-intermediate-level examination
BEC V	BEC Vantage is an intermediate-level examination
BEC H	BEC Higher is an advanced-level examination