Cambridge ESOL
KET (Key International English Test)
A Cambridge English: Key (KET) qualification is proof of your ability to use English to communicate in simple situations.
The exam tests all four English language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.
http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/key/
http://www.inll.lu/certifications-nationales-et-internationales/certification-en-langue-anglaise/
CEFR Level: A2
Test format: Computer or paper-based
No. of papers: 3
Exam length: 2 hours
Fee: 77€
PET (Preliminary English Test)
A Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET) qualification shows that you have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday use.
http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/preliminary/
http://www.inll.lu/certifications-nationales-et-internationales/certification-en-langue-anglaise/
CEFR Level: B1
Test format: Computer or paper-based
No. of papers: 3
Exam length: 2 hours 20 minutes
Fee: 82€
FCE (Cambridge English : First)
A Cambridge English: First (FCE) qualification proves you have the language skills to live and work independently in an English-speaking country or study on courses taught in English.
http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/first/
http://www.inll.lu/certifications-nationales-et-internationales/certification-en-langue-anglaise/
CEFR Level: B2
Scale score: 160-190 (http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/images/286293-cambridge-english-scale-full-range.pdf)
Test format: Computer or paper-based
No. of papers: 4
Exam length: 3.5 hours
Fee: 125€
CAE (Cambridge English : Advanced)
More than 6,000 educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world accept Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) as proof of high-level achievement in learning English.
Preparing for Cambridge English: Advanced helps learners develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living in English-speaking countries.
http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/advanced/
http://www.inll.lu/certifications-nationales-et-internationales/certification-en-langue-anglaise/
CEFR Level: C1
Scale score: 180-210 (http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/images/286293-cambridge-english-scale-full-range.pdf)
Test format: Computer or paper-based
No. of papers: 4
Exam length: 4 hours
Fee: 145€
CPE (Cambridge First : Proficiency)
A Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) qualification shows the world that you have mastered English to an exceptional level. It proves you can communicate with the fluency and sophistication of a highly competent English speaker.
Preparing for and passing the exam means you have the level of English that’s needed to study or work in a very senior professional or academic environment, for example on a postgraduate or PhD programme.
http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/proficiency/
http://www.inll.lu/certifications-nationales-et-internationales/certification-en-langue-anglaise/
CEFR Level: C2
Scale score: 200-230 (http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/images/286293-cambridge-english-scale-full-range.pdf)
Test format: Computer or paper-based
No. of papers: 4
Exam length: 4 hours
Fee: 155€
British Council
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
IELTS is the International English Language Testing System, the world’s proven English language test.
IELTS was one of the pioneers of four skills English language testing over 25 years ago, and continues to set the standard for English language testing today. IELTS is accepted as evidence of English language proficiency by over 9,000 organisations worldwide. Last year, more than 2.5 million tests were taken globally. IELTS is recognised as a secure, valid and reliable indicator of true-to-life ability to communicate in English for education, immigration and professional accreditation.
IELTS is jointly owned by British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge English Language Assessment through more than 1,000 test centres and locations in over 140 countries.
http://www.ielts.britishcouncil.org (Registration)
http://www.inll.lu/certifications-nationales-et-internationales/certification-en-langue-anglaise/
CEFR Level: All
Scale score: 9-band scoring system o measure and report test scores in a consistent manner. You receive individual band scores for Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking and an Overall Band Score on a band scale from one to nine. Each educational institution or organisation sets its own level of IELTS scores to meet its individual requirements.
Test format:
- ACADEMIC module: Listening: 30 min., Reading: 60 min., Writing: 60 min., Speaking: 11-14 min.
- GENERAL TRAINING module: Listening: 30 min., Reading: 60 min., Writing: 60 min., Speaking: 11-14 min.
No. of papers: 4
Exam length: < 3 hours
Fee: 227€
