These courses are ideal if...
...you want to achieve a formal qualification in English which is recognised by universities and employers worldwide.
In a competitive world, good qualifications are increasingly important. We provide a range of intensive English courses, with an emphasis on thorough preparation for a wide range of internationally recognised qualifications in English as a foreign language. They are accepted by universities, colleges and employers around the world.
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Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
These internationally recognised examinations are offered at three ability levels:
- First Certificate in English (FCE)
- Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
- Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
The course runs for 10 or 12 weeks and the examination is taken the week after the course ends. Depending on which centre you choose, your lessons will be pure examination preparation or a mixture of preparation and general language. Immerse yourself entirely in examination practice, or opt for a few lessons a week to top up your existing knowledge: the choice is yours.
Key facts
Locations:
FCE Core Content version: Brighton, London, Oxford, Cambridge, New York, Brisbane, Sydney
Elective version: Fort Lauderdale, San Francisco
CAE Core Content version: Brighton, Oxford, Cambridge, New York, San Diego, Brisbane, Sydney
Elective version: San Francisco
CPE Core Content version: Oxford, Cambridge
Course length: 10 or 12 weeks (exam takes place week after course ends)
Lessons: 28x50 mins per week
Maximum number of students: 12
Note: Elective examination courses only run if there is enough demand. Please contact us for further information.
Minimum level of English at start of course:
FCE - 4 (Intermediate)
CAE - 5 (Upper-Intermediate)
CPE - 6 (Advanced)
**Textbooks and course materials are provided
Start dates: January, March, September (Please contact us for exact dates)
- Read our guide to English language examinations
- What is a Core content version? What is an Elective version?
- Or find out more about the exams on the official Cambridge Examinations site*. Choose to see the site in any of fifteen languages via their drop-down menu top right. On this site, you can find past papers, exam regulations, exam timetables, and handbooks.
Cambridge Examination levels are based on the Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)'s "Can-do" statements *.
* This website will open in a new window.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
TOEFL, the Test of English as a Foreign Language, is an academic qualification. A high score is proof of your ability to study academic subjects in English and can be used to support your application to university. TOEFL is also recognised by many international employers.
Our core content version offers 20x50 minute lessons of Exam Preparation per week, plus eight lessons of elective classes, while the elective version provides 20 lessons of General English and just eight lessons of Exam Preparation - a good option for those who are confident but just want to sharpen their skills before taking the exam.
Key facts
Locations:
Core Content: New York, San Francisco
Elective Content: New York, Boston, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Fort Lauderdale and Seattle.
Course length: Minimum 4 weeks
Start dates: Every Monday
Lessons: 28x50 mins per week
Class size: Maximum 15
Minimum Level: 3 (Intermediate)
Note: Elective examination courses only run if there is enough demand. Please contact us for further information.
**Textbooks and course materials are provided
- Read our guide to English language examinations
- What is a Core content version? What is an Elective version?
- Or visit the official TOEFL site (this website is in English, and it will open in a new window). You can register online, find out about the format of the test, get free test preparation materials, and see the answers to frequently-asked questions. For a fee, you can access practice tests in all areas of TOEFL.
TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication)
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is used to measure the ability of non-native English-speaking people to use English in everyday work activities.
With more than three million test takers per year, the TOEIC test is the standard for workplace English language proficiency worldwide. All our schools offering TOEIC courses are registered TOEIC test centres.
You might like to know that results at Embassy CES schools are consistently above national averages.
Key facts
Start dates: Every Monday
Locations:
Elective version: Brisbane, Gold Coast, Boston, New York, San Diego, San Francisco
Embassy CES schools in New York, San Francisco, San Diego, Boston, Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Auckland are authorised TOEIC test centres, so you can take the exam in the school.
Course length: minimum 4 weeks
Lessons: 28x50 minutes per week
Class size: Maximum 15
Minimum Level: 3 (Pre-Intermediate)
Note: Elective examination courses only run if there is enough demand. Please contact us for further information.
**Textbooks and course materials are provided
- Read our guide to English language examinations
- What is a Core content version? What is an Elective version?
- Or visit the official TOEIC site* to find out all about the test. Register online, access downloads, read FAQs, or see what the TOEIC scores mean.
- For more information on the TOEIC Test in Australia & New Zealand, visit this site *.
* These websites are in English, and will open in new windows.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
A good score in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is often a requirement for admission into British university. It is also becoming increasingly recognised internationally for universities worldwide.
Our core content version offers 20x50 minute lessons of Exam Preparation per week, plus eight lessons of elective classes, while the elective version provides 20 lessons of General English and just eight lessons of Exam Preparation - a good option for those who are confident but just want to sharpen their skills before taking the exam.
Following the course, the examination will normally take place on a Saturday. Note: Elective examination courses only run if there is enough demand. Please contact us for further information.
Key facts
Start dates: Every Monday
Locations:
Core Content: London, Brighton
Elective version: London, Brighton, New York, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, Melbourne and Auckland
Full-time version: Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast
Course length: minimum 4 weeks
Lessons: 28x50 minutes per week
Class size: Maximum 15
Minimum level: 4 (Intermediate)
Note: Elective examination courses only run if there is enough demand. Please contact us for further information.
** Textbooks and course materials are provided
- Read our guide to English language examinations
- What is a Core content version? What is an elective version?
- Or visit the official IELTS site (this website is in English, and it will open in a new window). Find out about the format of the test and purchase practice materials.
Which exam is right for me?
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What is your aim? → |
Fun or personal interest | Study at UK university | Study at US university | Work in English-speaking environment |
| Beginner |
You'll need to join our Certificate of English course and obtain a Pre-Intermediate level before you can prepare for exam courses with Embassy CES. No problem! We can work out a study plan for you. | |||
| Pre- intermediate | ||||
| Intermediate | TOEFL | |||
| Upper Intermediate | Cambridge CAE | TOEFL | ||
| Advanced or above | Cambridge CPE | TOEFL | ||
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