Cambridge English: Proficiency
C2 Proficiency (also known as Cambridge English: Proficiency or Certificate of Proficiency in English) is an exam at level С2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages of the Council of Europe and corresponds to a score of 200 to 230 on the Cambridge English Scale. This is the highest level of Cambridge English exams. CPE is a valuable qualification which is proof that a successful candidate has approached the fluency of an educated native speaker. It is officially recognised by universities, employers and government departments around the world.
CРE is a popular exam which was first introduced in 1913 and is taken by candidates of more than 170 nationalities in about 90 countries throughout the world, mainly in Europe and South America. The majority of candidates are aged between 16 and 24 and about 61% of all candidates are female. About 80% of candidates undertake a preparatory course before taking the examination.
Cambridge English: Proficiency (Certificate of Proficiency in English) consists of four papers (parts/sections). The first paper is a combination of two papers taken together and contributes 2/5 (40%) to the examination’s maximum overall result. The other 3 papers are equally weighted and count 20% each, thus forming the remaining 60% of the result. Actually, you will receive five separate scores on five separate parts. The final grade is based on overall performance so it is not necessary to achieve a satisfactory score in all papers in order to pass the examination.
Reading and Use of English
1 hour and 30 minutes
7 parts – 53 questions
Writing
1 hour and 30 minutes
2 writing tasks
Listening
about 40 minutes
4 parts – 30 questions
Speaking
about 16 minutes
3 parts – Interview
220-230
213-219
200-212
180-199
162-179
Pass at Grade A
Pass at Grade B
Pass at Grade C
Level C1
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Certificate for Level C2
Certificate for Level C2
Certificate for Level C2
Certificate for Level C1
No certificate is issued
- Group preparation course
- Development of all language skills
- Teaching encompassing all exam parts
- Preparation for both the paper and computer versions of the exam.
- Practising tried and tested approaches to the various components
- Practical strategies and tips for exam success
- Regular progress tests
- Access to an online platform full of many additional resources
- Practice tests simulating the real exam (mock tests)
- Block exam registration for the whole group
