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CAEC1 Advanced

C1Advanced

For those who already handle English confidently and want to prove an advanced level, useful for universities and demanding jobs.

Prepare for the CAE See the format
LevelCEFR C1
DurationAbout 4 h
ResultCambridge Scale 180–210 · A, B or C
ValidityThe certificate doesn't expire

What is the CAE?

The C1 Advanced, known as CAE, certifies an advanced level. It shows you can use English flexibly in academic and professional settings: following university classes, taking part in complex meetings and writing well-structured texts.

  • Applicants to universities and postgraduate programs that accept Cambridge certificates
  • Professionals who work in English every day
  • Those who already have a solid B2 and want to take the next step

Exam format

1 h 30 min · 8 partsReading & Use of EnglishLong, complex texts, grammar and advanced vocabulary.
1 h 30 min · 2 partsWritingOne compulsory essay and a second text of your choice: letter, report, proposal or review.
About 40 min · 4 partsListeningLectures, interviews and conversations with different accents.
15 min · 4 partsSpeakingIn pairs with two examiners: conversation, comparing pictures and discussing abstract topics.

Results and level

Results are reported on the Cambridge English Scale. Between 180 and 199 you get the C1 certificate (grade B or C); between 200 and 210, grade A, which corresponds to C2-level performance.

What level do you need? A high B2 or C1. Before we start, we check your level so we can focus your preparation on what earns you the most points.

How we prepare you

We don't just do mock exams: we work on your weak points and build on your strengths, with plenty of practice so you speak and understand English with confidence.

  • Diagnosis of your strengths and weaknesses before you start
  • Training for each section and each question type
  • Mock exams in the real format, graded so you know when you're ready
  • Writing, listening and conversation workshops
  • Virtual classroom with an audio bank, mock exams and guided practice
  • Reports and feedback after each assessment
One-to-one (1:1)Classes just for you, at the time you choose. 28 hours of preparation.
Group (small group)Practice with other students preparing for the same exam. Opens with a minimum of 4 students.
Book one-to-one Book a group

Ask for the price on WhatsApp. Before you start, an intro class (S/ 50) to assess your level and build your plan around your exam date.

Questions about the CAE

Is it very different from the FCE?

The format is similar, but the texts, vocabulary and tasks are more demanding. Many students take the FCE first and then the CAE.

Is it useful for studying abroad?

Many universities accept it, especially in the UK and Europe. Always check the requirement of the institution you're applying to.

Do you run the exam or register me for it?

We prepare you. You sit the exam at a center authorized by the institution that runs it. If you're not sure which exam to take or what score you need, we'll help you find out.

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