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Cambridge English Qualifications
The ladder runs from B1 to C2. Each rung is a separate exam with its own format — pick yours, or take the level test if you’re unsure.
Every exercise is mapped to the real Cambridge exam it prepares you for.
B1
PET · Intermediate
B2
FCE · Upper Intermediate
C1
CAE · Advanced
C2
CPE · Proficiency
What each qualification tests, how long it takes and where the pass band sits on the Cambridge English Scale.
| Level | Exam | Papers | Length | Pass band | Ideal for | Exercises |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | Preliminary English TestPET · Intermediate | Reading · Writing · Listening · Speaking | ≈ 2 h 20 min | 140–159 | Everyday English for travel, study and entry-level work. | 656 |
| B2 | First Certificate in EnglishFCE · Upper Intermediate | Reading & Use of English · Writing · Listening · Speaking | ≈ 3 h 30 min | 160–179 | University foundation courses and most international workplaces. | 917 |
| C1 | Certificate in Advanced EnglishCAE · Advanced | Reading & Use of English · Writing · Listening · Speaking | ≈ 4 h | 180–199 | Undergraduate and postgraduate study, professional registration, UK visas. | 940 |
| C2 | Certificate of Proficiency in EnglishCPE · Proficiency | Reading & Use of English · Writing · Listening · Speaking | ≈ 4 h | 200–230 | Academic research, senior professional roles, teaching English. | 806 |