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Cambridge English:Advanced (CAE) or C1 Advanced

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  • Conducting Body : Cambridge English, Cambridge University
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02-12-2022

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) FAQs:

Ques 1. What is the purpose of the CAE test?

Ans. The purpose of the test is to ensure that the applicant has in depth & high level knowledge of the language and the required language skills that universities and employers are looking for. It is also considered as the logical step in the language learning journey between B2 First and C2 Proficiency.

Ques 2. What is the difficulty level of the test?

Ans. The difficulty level of the test is C1 Advanced so that after acquiring the certificate applicants can apply for the professional English qualification.

Ques 3. What are the scores for the test?

Ans. Following are the scores:

  • A, B, C are considered to pass

  • D, E or U are considered to fail

  • CAE qualifiers are accepted for entry to some Universities.

  • Candidates receive a certificate if the performance ranges between CEFR Levels B2 and C2.

  • If a candidate does not pass, but still does reasonably well a B2 certificate is issued.

Ques 4. Where can a candidate take the Test?

Ans. The tests are conducted at designated test centers.

Ques 5. How must does it cost to appear in CAE?

Ans. Fees are set by Test Centres but in general, it is around 150 euros.

Ques 6. What is the scoring ranges for the CAE exam?

Ans. Scores for the FCE exam range from 180 to 199. 

Ques 7. How long is the Cambridge certificate test valid for?

Ans. There is no such restrictions for Cambridge tests (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, and CPE).

Ques 8. How can an applicant apply for the test?

Ans. Following are the steps:

  • Firstly an applicant must look for the nearest test center from the website.

  • Contact the test center and the information regarding the application is provided by the centers only.

Ques 9. How many centers are there for the FCE test?

Ans. There are over 2,800 centers in 130 countries around the world and the centers get inspected by Cambridge English to meet the standards.

Ques 10. Which level is considered C1 in English?

Ans. The fifth level of English as per the CEFR or Common European Framework of Reference is English level C1. It's a definition of different language levels written by the Council of Europe and is also called 'Advanced'.

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