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Taking Linguaskill on or after 8th October? Get ready for the Writing test change

From 8th October the Writing module will feature an additional task. Read more about the new task and access preparation materials here.

Linguaskill is being enhanced

A new version of Linguaskill is being introduced which will include a range of new features and benefits. During this upgrade, please take extra care to ensure that you use the practice materials designed for the right version of the exam you intend to take. Read more about the changes to Linguaskill.

How the Linguaskill test is delivered

Linguaskill is simple to use for both agents and candidates, and is administered through the Cambridge English Test portal.

The technical requirements for running a Linguaskill test

Minimum technical requirements

Processor Quad-core processor, e.g. Intel i3 (9th gen or above), Ryzen 3 (2300 or later), Apple M1 (or later)
RAM 4GB
Free hard drive space 4GB
Screen resolution 1280 x 1024
Operating system

Windows 10 (64-bit) or 11

Apple Macs running macOS 13 (Ventura) and later

Browser

The Talview Secure Browser must be installed on all candidate computers when used.

Currently, it is not a mandatory requirement, and the following browsers can be used:

Windows - latest version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Microsoft Edge

macOS - latest version of Google Chrome only

The Secure Browser cannot be used with Chromebooks.
Internet bandwidth

5 - 10 Mbps upload and download per candidate (local network speed)

1-10 candidates - 50 Mbps

11-25 candidates - 150 Mbps

26-50 candidates - 200 Mbps

51-100 candidates - 750 Mbps

101-150 candidates - 1Gbps

Headphones & Microphone Over-ear closed-back with good padding. Noise cancelling recommended with a microphone on a boom.

USB or standard stereo connection.

Bluetooth is not supported. Do not use built-in computer microphones.

Webcam 640x480

Required on all computers and laptops used by candidates

The following devices are not supported:

  • Mobile devices
  • iOS devices
  • Android devices (including tablets)
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer
  • Built-in computer microphones
  • Bluetooth headsets

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