1. Start your adventure!

2. Study at university abroad with Cambridge English exams
Welcome
Study at university abroad with
Cambridge English exams

3. What is Cambridge English?
Part of the University of Cambridge
We produce English language tests
Over 5 million people each year take Cambridge English tests
We produce the IELTS test – jointly managed with British Council and IDP: IELTS Australia.

4. Q. Are you studying English at the moment?

5. Q: What do you find most difficult? Reading Writing Listening Speaking

6. Q: Where are you planning to study?
The USA
The UK
Australia
Canada
Other

7. Start your adventure Research the course you are interested in1
Research the course you are interested in
Find the university that offers the course you want 3
Contact the university directly to find out which English exams and scores they require 2

8. Exams for higher education

9. Below degree level Key facts
CEFR level: B2
Scale score:
Test format: computer or paper-based
Number of papers: 4
Exam length: about 3.5 hours

10. Below degree level Skills developed:
Write reports for class
Communicate effectively with classmates and teachers
Have confidence in your English for everyday life

11. Undergraduate & postgraduate level Key facts
CEFR level: C1
Scale score:
Test format: computer or paper-based
Number of papers: 4
Exam length: about 4 hours

12. Undergraduate & postgraduate level Skills developed:
Understand university course lectures and study materials
Write academic essays
Join in discussions with confidence

13. Postgraduate level Key facts
CEFR level: C2
Scale score:
Test format: computer or paper-based
Number of papers: 4
Exam length: about 4 hours

14. Postgraduate level Skills developed:
Study demanding subjects at the highest level
Understand and discuss complex ideas
Deal with difficult questions confidently

15. Study destinations

16. The USA

17. The USA Many colleges and universities accept Advanced, including:
University of Idaho
Fordham University
University at Buffalo (SUNY)
You don’t need to apply for a student visa - apply directly through the university of your choice.
Useful websites:
studyusa.com educationusa.state.gov usjournal.com

18. The UK

19. The UK
Cambridge English exams are accepted by universities and colleges, including:
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
University of Oxford
University of Warwick

20. The UK Additional Universities Central Admissions Service (UCAS)
Tariff points towards your application:
Grade A = 70 UCAS Tariff points
Grade A = 140 UCAS Tariff points
Grade B = 110 UCAS Tariff points
Grade C = 70 UCAS Tariff points

21. The UK UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) – Tier 4 student visas
EU, EEA and Switzerland
No student visa required but must meet university language requirements
Outside EU, EEA and Switzerland
Need a Tier 4 student visa – the exams accepted depend on the level of study
Below degree level
Degree level or above
Students must take a Secure English Language Test (SELT).
We recommend IELTS for UKVI.
Universities on UKVI’s list of Tier 4 Sponsors can select the English exams they use, including Cambridge English: Advanced and Proficiency.

22. The UK Useful websites:
gov.uk ucas.com studentroom.co.uk educationuk.org

23. Australia

24. Australia Cambridge English: Advanced is accepted by: Universities
Colleges
TAFE (Technical and Further Education) institutions
Department of Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP):
student visas
all other types of visa
switch to a work-based visa for 2-4 years after you graduate
Useful websites :
studyinaustralia.gov.au

25. Canada

26. Canada Many colleges and universities accept Advanced, including:
McGill University
University of British Columbia
University of Toronto
You don’t need to apply for a student visa - apply directly through the university of your choice
Useful websites :
studyincanada.com

27. How to register for your exam
Find a centre
Ask about exam dates, prices and preparation courses
Register 1 2 3
Try our free English level test:

28. How to prepare for your exam
Canada
How to prepare for your exam
Free resources
Sample papers
Computer-based sample test
Information for Candidates
Facebook pages
Materials to buy
YouTube channel
Cambridge English
Cambridge CAE
Cambridge English TV

29. Useful links www.cambridgeenglish.org/recognition

31. Start your adventure true stories
Taking my Cambridge English exam really helped me prepare for and get the most out of my studies abroad. My writing skills and vocabulary really improved and I felt prepared to go out and meet new people. Being able to speak English has helped me in every job role so far.
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Vittoria, Events Manager at Alliance Healthcare
Cambridge English: Advanced certificate holder

32. Start your adventure true stories
After taking my Cambridge English exams I headed to Australia to study and I loved every minute of it. My English skills meant I had the confidence to embrace life in Australia and really enjoy myself.
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Ana, Product Manager at Royal Canin
Cambridge English: First, Advanced and Proficiency
certificate holder

33. Start your adventure true stories
My English teacher recommended Cambridge English exams because they are accepted around the world. I spent some time in Dublin, London and finally Melbourne. Studying and living in an English-speaking country really helped develop my language skills.
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Antonio, Events Sales Manager at Rocco Forte Hotels
Cambridge English: First, Advanced and Proficiency 
certificate holder

34. Questions

35. Good luck with your adventure!