Cambridge English
for
Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The Cambridge ESOL examinations are
available at 5 levels. Each examination covers the four main language
skills- listening, speaking, reading and writing- and assesses the
ability to use a variety of structures and functions in authentic
situations.
Preparation to take the ESOL
examinations:
|
Level Completed at TeleLingua |
Type of Test |
Cambridge ESOL examinations |
|
Pre-Intermediate |
Key English Test (KET)
Basic command of the language
needed in a range of familiar situations, e.g. can understand
and pass simple messages. |
Level 1 |
|
Intermediate |
Preliminary English Test (PET)
Limited but effective command of
the language in familiar situations, e.g. can take part in a
routine meeting on familiar topics, particularly in an exchange
of simple factual information. |
Level 2 |
|
Upper Intermediate |
First Certificate in English
(FCE)
Generally effective command of
the language in a range of situations e.g. can make a
contribution to discussions on practical matters. |
Level 3 |
|
Advanced |
Certificate in Advanced English
(CAE)
Good operational command of the
language in a wide range of real world situations, e.g. can
participate effectively in discussions and meetings.
|
Level 4 |
|
Certificate of Proficiency in
English (CPE)
Fully operational command of the
language at a high level in most situations, e.g. can argue a
case confidently, justifying and making points persuasively. |
Level 5
|
|