2012-2013, 49 p.Cambridge English – examinations, support and preparation materials at a glance Cambridge ESOL offers the world’s most valuable range of English examinations and qualifications for language
learners and teachers. Our exams range from entry-level tests for children to high-level qualifications for academic and specific business purposes.The scope and the range of examinations and tests we offer is matched by the range of products we and Cambridge University Press supply for supporting candidates, teachers, tuition providers and centres.
By reading across the list of exams below and following your chosen exam down the table, you can easily see what official exam preparation materials are available.
More dates, more flexibility, more choice In addition to standard paper-based exams, Cambridge
English exams are increasingly available in computerbased and online format. This means that candidates have more choice about when and how to take an exam.
Computer-based tests offer more exam dates throughout the year and permit shorter registration times – allowing candidates to register as little as a week before taking their test. Follow the ‘Test dates and Speaking test window’ link in the table shown on each exam page to see all the dates available.
Some of our exams are also available in versions featuring content particularly targeted at the interests and experience of school-aged learners.
The table below gives you useful information about the formats in which each exam is available. A separate table for teaching qualifications can be found on page 29.
Aligned with international standards The Common European Framework of Reference for
Languages (CEFR) is the standard benchmark used internationally to describe language ability. It plays a central role in language and education policy worldwide.
All of our English language exams are developed in accordance with the CEFR and the chart below shows you the level at which each exam is assessed.
