Cambridge English First & Advanced ( FCE & CAE)

Cambridge English exams are accepted by Irish universities and colleges as proof of English language skills. They test real-life language skills and cover the four key skills: speaking; reading; writing; and listening. Cambridge English exams are accepted by over 11,000 universities, colleges and employers around the world.

Ready for success in the real world?

First Certificate in English

The Cambridge English: First Certificate in English (FCE) Exam uses real-life situations that are especially designed to help you communicate more effectively and learn the language skills you need to take the next step to success- real-life language skills.

Cambridge English FCE is set at Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages. B2 is the level of English needed to:

• study in English at foundation or pathway level
• work in an English-speaking environment
• live independently in an English-speaking country

At B2 Level you can expect to:

• understand the main ideas of complex pieces of writing
• keep up a conversation on a fairly wide range of topics, expressing opinions and presenting arguments
• produce clear, detailed writing, expressing opinions and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of different points of view.

Backed by the largest research programme of its kind, Cambridge English exams provide the most reliable reflection of your language skills.

Certificate in Advanced English

Cambridge English: Advanced, also known as Certificate in Advanced English(CAE), is a high-level qualification in English for demanding academic and professional situations. It offers you: real-life language skills.

Preparing for Cambridge English: Advanced will give you the practical English skills to:

• follow an academic course at university level
• communicate effectively at managerial and professional level
• participate with confidence in workplace meetings or academic tutorials and seminars
• carry out complex and challenging research
• express yourself with a high level of fluency
• react appropriately in different cultural and social situations.

Cambridge English: Advanced is an in-depth examination at Level C1/2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) – the internationally accepted system for describing language ability.  It provides universities and employers with detailed evidence that you have the practical language skills for demanding academic and professional settings.

Globally accepted

Your certificate is accepted by thousands of employers, universities and government departments around the world. It is accepted by thousands of industrial, administrative and service-based employers as a qualification in upper-intermediate English. It is also accepted by a wide range of educational institutions for study purposes.

Companies such as American Express, Agfa-Gevaert GmbH, Siemens AG and Procter & Gamble all recognise the value of Cambridge English: First in their overseas offices. Once you have earned a Cambridge English certificate, you hold one of the most valuable English qualifications in the world.

Fast Results

Get your results in just two weeks with our computer based exams.

Fair

Cambridge English exams cover all major varieties of English and are designed to be air to users of all nationalities and linguistic background.

Your English in Dublin

The Cambridge English courses are designed for students wishing to make optimum use of their time studying English in Dublin. The courses cover all aspects of the English language and aims to develop the student's communicative ability in the shortest time possible. Our modern teaching methods and use of supplementary materials give you the best opportunity to build your language skills and maximise the benefits of the time you spend with us!

How long is the course?

10 weeks programme.

Timetable

Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 13:00  or Monday to Thursday 18:00 to 22:00

Start date

FCE         CAE
03/01       23/01
03/04       03/04
09/06       19/04
25/09       25/09

Cost

€1600