FCE

Full Name
First Certificate in English

Examination Board
Cambridge

Purpose    
FCE is a general test of English ability.  It is well known by employers especially in Western Europe.

Price
£88 approx

Level of English
Upper Intermediate (Excel English Levels 4 & 5). 

Frequency
3 times - March, June, December

Enrolment time
12 weeks.  Less than 12 weeks a late booking fee may be charged

Preparation time
Minimum 12 weeks recommended unless preparation has been started in your own country.

Type of exam
Paper based. Interview (in pairs) & Listening sections

What is tested
Reading, Writing, Use of English, Speaking, Listening

Results
Pass Grades given from A to C.  C = average pass; B = good pass; A = excellent pass.

Time to get results
3 months from date of examination