If you want to study in the UK, your college or university will require you to prove that you have the English skills to follow a course taught in English.
A Cambridge English certificate will help you stand out, showing colleges and universities that you are a high-achieving candidate who already has the right English language skills.
The right level for academic success
Cambridge English: Advanced is an in-depth exam at Level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) – the international benchmark for measuring language ability. Level C1 is the ideal level for university study.
Cambridge English: Proficiency is set one level higher than this at Level C2 of the CEFR. Find out more at www.CambridgeESOL.org/CEFR.
Meeting the UKBA student visa requirements
If you need a visa to study in the UK, Cambridge English: Advanced and Proficiency are both accepted by the UK Border Agency for Tier 4 Student visas. With Cambridge English: Advanced and Proficiency you can apply for UK colleges and universities and for your student visa. Find out more at www.CambridgeESOL.org/UKTier4.
UCAS Tariff points
The UK’s Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) awards candidates with Grade A at Cambridge English: Advanced 70 UCAS Tariff points towards their application to universities and higher education institutions.
Candidates who achieve Grades A, B or C in Cambridge English: Proficiency are awarded up to 140 UCAS Tariff points.
See www.CambridgeESOL.org/UCAS-points for more information.
Global recognition
In addition to the UK, you can also use your Cambridge English: Advanced or Proficiency certificate to apply to universities and colleges in other countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, USA and many European countries.
To search our Online Global Recognition Database of over 2,500 universities, employers and other institutions which accept Cambridge English: Advanced and Proficiency, go to www.CambridgeESOL.org/recognition.
* Cambridge English exams cover all four language skills – speaking, reading, writing and listening and a Use of English component covering grammar and vocabulary.
* You can take your Cambridge English exams in over 2,500 test centres across 130 countries worldwide.
* Cambridge English exams are available in computer-based or paper-based formats to give you greater choice and convenience in how and when you take your exam.
* A wide range of support and preparation materials are available to help you get the most out of your Cambridge English exam.
* In order that your exam is a true reflection of your ability, centres providing Cambridge English exams follow the highest standards of quality and security throughout the testing process.
* Universities and employers can instantly check the authenticity of your Cambridge English exam result online, making it valued and trusted.
1. Visit our website:
www.CambridgeESOL.org/Advanced
www.CambridgeESOL.org/Proficiency
2. Contact your local centre:
Find the nearest centre and register for your exam at www.CambridgeESOL.org/centres
3. Prepare for success:
Use our free online support to prepare for your exam at www.candidates.CambridgeESOL.org
Contact us:
University of Cambridge
ESOL Examinations
1 Hills Road
Cambridge
CB12EU
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)1223 553997
Email: ESOLHelpdesk@CambridgeESOL.org
www.CambridgeESOL.org
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