Examinations and tests
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Cambridge ESOL Main Suite Examiniations (FCE, CAE, CPE)
Cambridge ESOL offers the world’s leading range of certificates for learners and teachers of English - taken by over 3 million people in 130 countries. They help people gain entrance to university or college, improve job prospects or measure progress in English. More than 10,000 employers, universities and government bodies around the world recognise Cambridge ESOL qualifications.
Successful candidates receive a certificate awarded by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, and recognised by universities and employers in many countries. Candidates can access their results through the internet on a given date. Instructions, user names and passwords will be sent with the timetables. Candidates can view a statement of results, with a profile showing how they performed in each of the five papers.
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Examinations, dates and fees
FCE: |
The Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) is the third level of the Cambridge exams in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). It is an upper intermediate level exam, set at Level B2 of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework for modern languages, and recognises the ability to deal confidently with a range of written and spoken communications. |
Examination |
Date |
Fee |
Last date of entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Certificate in English (FCE) | 10 March | €156 | 14 January 2012 |
| 12 June | €156 | 20 April 2012 | |
4 December |
€160 |
20 October 2012 |
CAE: |
The Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is the fourth level of the Cambridge exams in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). It is an advanced exam, set at Level C1 of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework. Although the level of language skills required is not as high as for the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English, CAE recognises the ability to communicate with confidence in English and deal with most aspects of everyday life. |
Examination |
Date |
Fee |
Last date of entry |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) |
17 March | €165 | 14 January 2012 |
| 13 June | €165 | 20 April 2012 | |
5 December |
€170 |
20 October 2012 |
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CAE Test Day Photos The number of candidates wishing to use their Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) qualification for purposes such as immigration and access to work and higher education continues to increase. Cambridge ESOL is committed to ensuring that Cambridge English: Advanced is recognised by organisations as one of the most valuable and secure English language qualifications available. In addition, there are two forms, one for 18 or over, the other for under 18-year-old. |
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CPE: |
The Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) is the highest level of the Cambridge exams in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). It is a very advanced level exam, set at Level C2 of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework for modern languages.CPE is for learners who have achieved a high level of language skills and are able to function effectively in almost any English-speaking context. Successful candidates at this level are approaching a standard of English similar to that of an educated native speaker. The exam also requires an appropriate level of educational and personal maturity. |
Examination |
Date |
Fee |
Last date of entry |
|---|---|---|---|
Proficiency in English (CPE) |
10 March | €171 | 14 January 2012 |
| 14 June | €171 | 20 April 2012 | |
6 December |
€175 |
20 October 2012 |
The FCE, CAE and CPE comprise the following five subtests: Reading, Writing, Use of English, (CAE: English in Use), Listening and Speaking.
For more information, please download our ESOL Exam Guide.
Download our ESOL Exam Guide (PDF)
Minimum Entry Requirements
Four candidates, provided that the combined total of FCE and/or CAE, and/or CPE candidates in the same session is at least 10.
Results online
In the FCE, CAE and CPE examinations, candidates will have access to their results online. They will receive a letter along with their timetable, which will have the instructions, user names and passwords to enable them to see their results as soon a they are published.
Regulation, exam handbooks etc. are available online from the following link: Cambridge Support
Preliminary English Test (PET)
PET is an exam for people who can use everyday written and spoken English at an intermediate level. It covers all four language skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking. Preparing for the exam is a popular way to develop and improve your language skills because it provides practical language practice in a variety of everyday work, study and leisure situations.
PET reflects the use of language in real life, such as understanding signs and announcements, and is accepted by many employers as proof of ability to use English in clerical, secretarial or managerial jobs. It is also widely accepted for use in jobs where spoken English is necessary such as tourism, retail, construction, manufacturing and engineering.
Further information about the test available on the Cambridge ESOL website.
Please contact our office for further information about the test and when you can take it.
Business English Certificates (BEC)
The Business English Certificates are a suite of three examinations (BEC Preliminary, BEC Vantage and BEC Higher) designed to test the English used in business. They are suitable for adults (aged 16 and over) who are either preparing for a career in business or already in work.
Examinations, dates and fees
BEC Preliminary assesses language ability used in the context of business at the Council of Europe’s Threshold Level (B1) for general language proficiency, which is Entry Level 3 in the UK National Qualifications Framework. |
Examination |
Date |
Last date of entry |
Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
BEC Preliminary |
15 March 2012 |
5 February 2012 |
€110 |
6 June 2012 |
30 April 2012 |
€110 |
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24 November 2012 |
15 October 2012 |
€115 |
BEC Vantage assesses language ability used in the context of business at the Council of Europe’s Vantage Level (B2) for general language proficiency, which is Level 1 in the UK National Qualifications Framework. |
Examination |
Date |
Last date of entry |
Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
BEC Vantage |
16 March 2012 |
5 February 2012 |
€163 |
| 7 June 2012 | 30 April 2012 |
€163 |
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15 October 2012 |
€168 |
BEC Higher assesses language ability used in the context of business at the Council of Europe’s Effective Operational Proficiency Level (C1) for general language proficiency, which is Level 2 in the UK National Qualifications Framework. |
Examination |
Date |
Last date of entry |
Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
BEC Higher |
14 March 2012 |
5 February 2012 |
€169 |
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30 April 2012 |
€169 |
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17 November 2012 |
15 October 2012 |
€174 |
At all three levels, the materials and tasks are accessible to candidates who have experience of, or are interested in entering, a range of business fields, including marketing, production, financial services and general office work.
For more information, please download our BEC Exam Guide.
Download our BEC Exam Guide (PDF)
Anyone wishing to take these tests should consult the Centre Exams Manager or visit Cambridge ESOL website for more information: Cambridge BEC
Minimum Entry Requirements
Four candidates, provided that the combined total of FCE and/or CAE, and/or CPE candidates in the same session is at least 10.
Results online
In the BEC examinations, candidates will have access to their results online. They will receive a letter along with their timetable, which will have the instructions, user names and passwords to enable them to see their results as soon a they are published.
Regulation, exam handbooks etc. are available online from the following link: Cambridge Support
International Legal English Certificate (ILEC)
English is an essential tool for any lawyer working with international matters. It is the lingua franca of the legal profession, of business and international affairs. Employers need to know that the legal staff they appoint have a sufficient level of English to be able to communicate with clients and professionals in other countries, and to handle information written in English. At the same time, law students and newly-qualified lawyers need to be able to show employers that they have these skills.
The new Cambridge International Legal English Certificate - ILEC - was created to meet these needs. It is suitable for students with some legal knowledge intending to study law courses which include a significant English-language content, either in their own country or abroad.
• High-level language qualification for lawyers
• Internationally recognised
Grading and certification
Written papers will be marked in the UK, by Cambridge ESOL examiners.
Test results are normally reported within six weeks of the test date. There is a range of passing and failing grades to distinguish levels of performance.
All candidates receive a statement of results showing their performance on each of the four papers and an overall grade, and candidates who achieve passing grades will receive an official certificate awarded by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.
Examinations in 2011Examination |
Date |
Last date of entry |
Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
International Legal English Certificate |
10 June 2011 |
29 April 2011 |
€240 |
Enrolment for these tests can be done in person at the FINNBRIT, Fredrikinkatu 20 A 9, 00120 Helsinki between 9 am and 3 pm or over the internet through our web site here.
Candidates should enter their details individually and pay the appropriate examination fee either in cash at the time of entry, or by requesting an invoice when submitting the registration through the internet.
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Both the completed Entry form and the Examination fee should reach the Centre Exams Manager by the last date of entry, normally at least 6 weeks before the test date.
More information: Legal English Test
Admissions Tests
Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT)
What is BMAT?
BMAT is the Biomedical Admissions Test.
Why do I have to take the test?
The test is part of the selection procedure for medicine, veterinary science, and some physiological science courses at Cambridge University, Oxford University, the Royal Veterinary College, University College London and Bristol University Veterinary School. A list of exactly which courses require the BMAT is on the homepage of the BMAT website.
Where can I take the test?
The test can be taken internationally as well as in the UK.
Mature students with no links to a school or college should try contacting a local school or college in the area to ask whether the school/college can help, or use the BMAT website to find an Open Centre. Failing that the applicant should pass on their details (name, address, contact telephone number) to the BMAT Support Desk, and the BMAT Support Team will assist in finding a centre to administer the test.
More information about the dates and preparation for the test is available on the BMAT website.
BMAT test fees
| Depending on the number of candidates: | |
| 1 candidate | 160 € / candidate |
| 2 - 5 candidates | 120 € / candidate |
| 6 or more candidates | 110 € / candidate |
ELAT, TSA, STEP, HAT & PAT Tests
ELAT English Literature Admissions Test |
TSA Oxford Thinking Skills Assessment |
STEP Sixth Term Mathematics Exam Paper |
HAT History Aptitute Test |
PAT Physics Aptitute Test |
Each headline below is a link to the corresponding exam's website.
ELAT English Literature Admissions Test
The ELAT is a pre-interview admissions test for applicants to undergraduate courses in English at the University of Oxford. The test is designed to enable applicants to show their ability in the key skill of close reading, paying attention to such elements as the language, imagery, allusion, syntax, form and structure of the passages set for comment.
The next ELAT will take place on Wednesday 2nd November 2011.
Oxford Thinking Skills Assessment
The TSA (University of Oxford) is a pre-interview admissions test for applicants to undergraduate courses in PPE, E&M, EP and Psychology and Philosophy at the University of Oxford. Admissions decisions are complex because candidates come from a wide variety of subject backgrounds, and the study of PPE, E&M, EP or Psychology and Philosophy requires a range of abilities. The Thinking Skills Assessment (TSA) will help tutors to assess whether candidates have the skills and aptitudes that are required to study PPE, E&M, EP or Psychology and Philosophy.
TSA (University of Oxford) Registration Form
The next TSA (University of Oxford) will take place on Wednesday 2nd November 2011.
STEP is a well-established Mathematics university admissions test, which is used to help to select very academically able students for courses which are usually oversubscribed.STEP was originally administered by OCR (Oxford, Cambridge and RSA Examinations). However with effect from 2008 STEP has been transferred from OCR to its parent Cambridge Assessment which has a specialist team that manages assessments relating specifically to university entrance.
The University of Oxford in partnership with Cambridge Assessment
The History Aptitude Test (HAT) is a two-hour subject-specific admissions test, which is taken by applicants to the University of Oxford’s undergraduate degree courses in History and its joint schools. Cambridge Assessment is working in partnership with the University of Oxford to administer the HAT from the November 2011 test sitting.
The next HAT will take place on Wednesday 2nd November 2011.
The Physics Aptitude Test (PAT) is a two-hour subject-specific admissions test, which is taken by applicants to all University of Oxford Physics and Engineering undergraduate degree courses. Cambridge Assessment is working in partnership with the University of Oxford to administer the PAT from the November 2011 test sitting.
The next TSA (University of Oxford) will take place on Wednesday 2nd November 2011.
Exam Services
FINNBRIT also offers Examination Services for students wishing to sit their foreign university exams in Helsinki. We are an examination centre for the University of London External Examinations, ACCA, CIMA, Heriot-Watt and others and provide Examination services on behalf of the British Council in Helsinki.
Service charges:
| Administration fee | 50€ / student |
| Invigilation fee | 23 € / hour |
Any courier fees will be charged at cost.
Please contact us to ask for further information and to book our examination services.
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