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Cambridge English Qualifications


General and higher education

Cambridge English Qualifications are in-depth exams that make learning English enjoyable, effective and rewarding.

Whether you aspire to get into university, start your own business or develop your career, our general and higher education qualifications give you the confidence to achieve your goals.

Accepted worldwide

Our qualifications are accepted and trusted by thousands of leading higher education institutions, employers and governments worldwide. They are a mark of excellence, and open doors to exciting higher education and employment opportunities.

Real-life communication

Our exams are based on real-life situations, helping you develop the skills you need to communicate effectively. The Speaking test is taken face to face with our expert examiners, so you will develop the ability to express your opinions and speak confidently.

Practice materials

We offer a broad range of learning and support materials to sharpen your language skills and help you communicate with confidence, for life.

Your path to learning English, step by step

Cambridge English Qualifications are designed so that each exam builds on the skills you develop at the previous level. Below you can see how our exams work together to create an effective learning journey.

  1. A2

    A2 Key

    This qualification is proof of your ability to use English to communicate in simple situations. A2 Key is a great exam to take if you’re new to learning English.

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  2. B1

    B1 Preliminary

    This is an intermediate-level qualification for those who have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday use.

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  3. B2

    B2 First

    This qualification shows you have the language skills needed to communicate confidently in an English-speaking environment.

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  4. C1

    C1 Advanced

    This is proof of high-level achievement in English and the ideal qualification to prepare you for university or professional life.

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  5. C2

    C2 Proficiency

    This is our highest level qualification and it shows the world you have mastered English to an exceptional level.

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