CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH
Cambridge Exams
Cambridge English exams are international certificates that prove your level of English on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
They test the main language skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.
B2 First (FCE)
Communicate with confidence.
B2 First (FCE) certifies a B2 level of English on the CEFR. It is for students who can communicate with confidence in everyday, academic and work situations.
The exam tests Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
Tests
- Reading and Use of English
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
It can help you
Level B2- Prove an upper-intermediate level of English to universities and colleges.
- Strengthen your job applications.
- Show that you can communicate effectively in English.
- Get ready to study or go on an exchange abroad.
- Get certified before moving on to C1 and C2.
C1 Advanced (CAE)
An advanced command of English.
C1 Advanced (CAE) certifies a C1 level of English on the CEFR, an advanced command of the language.
It tests Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening and Speaking, with precise, flexible and sophisticated use of the language.
It is accepted by thousands of universities, companies and government bodies around the world.
Tests
- Reading and Use of English
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
Accepted by universities in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada and Australia, among other countries.
It can help you
Level C1- Apply for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees abroad.
- Prove the level of English you are asked for.
- Strengthen your professional profile.
- Handle meetings and presentations with confidence.
C2 Proficiency (CPE)
The highest Cambridge English level.
C2 Proficiency (CPE) is the highest-level Cambridge English exam: it certifies a C2 level on the CEFR, an exceptional command of the language.
It asks you to understand complex texts and express yourself precisely. It tests Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening and Speaking.
Tests
- Reading and Use of English
- Writing
- Listening
- Speaking
Accepted by universities such as Oxford, the University of Toronto and the University of British Columbia.
It can help you
Level C2- Advanced university, postgraduate and doctoral studies.
- Prove an exceptional command of English.
- Show your skills in demanding professional settings.
- Apply for jobs that require advanced English.
AT IH RECOLETA
Sit your exam well prepared
Students in Upper Intermediate 2, Advanced 2 and Proficiency 2 can sit the exam that matches their level: B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency.
In August we tell you whether we recommend sitting it, but the decision is yours. Those who sit it can join a one-week intensive course before the exam.
- Upper Intermediate 2 B2 First
- Advanced 2 C1 Advanced
- Proficiency 2 C2 Proficiency
EQUIVALENCIES
Level equivalency chart
How our levels match the CEFR, Cambridge English and other international exams.
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Beginner
A1 Breakthrough
- Cambridge English
- —
- TOEFL
- —
- IELTS
- 0–1
- Trinity
- GESE Grade 2
-
Elementary
A2 Waystage
- Cambridge English
- KET · Key English Test
- TOEFL
- Up to 133 CBT
- IELTS
- 2–3
- Trinity
- GESE Grade 3–4 · ISE 0
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Intermediate 1 Intermediate 2
B1 Threshold
- Cambridge English
- PET · Preliminary English Test
- TOEFL
- 133–173 CBT
- IELTS
- 4–5
- Trinity
- GESE Grade 5–6 · ISE 1 · SEW 1
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Upper Intermediate 1 Upper Intermediate 2
B2 Vantage
- Cambridge English
- FCE · First Certificate in English
- TOEFL
- 173–250 CBT
- IELTS
- 6–7
- Trinity
- GESE Grade 7–9 · ISE 2 · SEW 2–3
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Advanced 1 Advanced 2
C1 Operational Proficiency
- Cambridge English
- CAE · Certificate of Advanced English
- TOEFL
- 250–280 CBT
- IELTS
- 7–8
- Trinity
- GESE Grade 10–11 · ISE 3 · SEW 4
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Proficiency 1 Proficiency 2
C2 Mastery
- Cambridge English
- CPE · Certificate of Proficiency in English
- TOEFL
- 280+ CBT
- IELTS
- 8–9
- Trinity
- GESE Grade 12 · ISE 4
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