Level B2.
The exam is targeted at Level B2 of the CEFR. The examination also provides reliable assessment at the level above B2 (Level C1) and the level below (Level B1).
B2 First Scale Scores.
| Cambridge English Scale Score | Grade/CEFR | CEFR level |
|---|---|---|
| 160–172 | Grade C | B2 |
| 140–159 | Level B1 | B1 |
What level is Cambridge First Certificate?
Level B2
Valid scores on the FCE Exam range from 140 to 190. A score of 160 or above is considered a “pass” and students with that score will receive the Cambridge First Certificate, which corresponds to a level B2 in English on the CEFR.
What are the levels of Cambridge?
Their English exams Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), First (FCE), Preliminary (PET) and Key (KET) are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.
Is C1 Cambridge?
C1 Advanced, formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE), is one of our Cambridge English Qualifications. It is the in-depth, high-level qualification that shows you have the language skills that employers and universities are looking for.
Is B2 Cambridge good?
It is our most popular exam, accepted by thousands of businesses and educational institutions worldwide. A B2 First qualification proves you have the language skills to live and work independently in an English-speaking country or study on courses taught in English.
Is C1 A first certificate?
FCE stands for First Certificate in English and CAE stands for Cambridge English: Advanced. The CAE is also known as the C1 Advanced.
Is Cambridge A Level 3?
Cambridge Technicals are vocational qualifications at Level 2 and Level 3 for students aged 16+. They’re designed with the workplace in mind and provide a high-quality alternative to A Levels with a great range of subjects to choose from.
Is Level 3 an A?
Level 3. Level 3 qualifications are: A level. access to higher education diploma.
What is the best Cambridge level?
C2 Proficiency is the highest level qualification provided by Cambridge Assessment English and shows that learners have mastered English to an exceptional level. It is focused on Level C2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
What age is Cambridge Stage 4?
This stage is for learners typically aged 14 to 16. They follow either the Cambridge IGCSE or O Level curriculum.
Is C1 the highest level of English?
The exam is targeted at Level C1 of the CEFR. The examination also provides reliable assessment at the level above C1 (Level C2) and the level below (Level B2).
C1 Advanced Scale Scores.
| Cambridge English Scale Score | Grade/CEFR | CEFR level |
|---|---|---|
| 193–199 | Grade B | C1 |
| 180–192 | Grade C | C1 |
| 160–179 | Level B2 | B2 |
What is C1 equal to?
How to tell if you’re at an C1 level in English
| Test | Score equivalent to the C1 level¹ |
|---|---|
| TOEIC (R&L) | 945 – 990 |
| Cambridge English Scale | 180 – 199 |
| TOEFL iBT | 95 – 120 |
| Global Scale of English (Pearson) | 76 – 84 |
Is C1 the best English level?
Level C1 corresponds to proficient users of the language, i.e. those able to perform complex tasks related to work and study.
Are you fluent at B2?
Level B2: Basic Fluency
Reaching B2 is generally considered by most people as having basic fluency. You’ll have a working vocabulary of around 4000 words.
Does B2 mean fluent?
Level B2 corresponds to independent users of the language, i.e. those who have the necessary fluency to communicate without effort with native speakers.
Is B2 the highest level of English?
Level
| Level | IELTS | Aptis |
|---|---|---|
| B1 | 4-5 | G/T Adv |
| B2 | 5,5-6,5 | G/T Adv |
| C1 | 7-8 | G/T Adv* |
| C2 | 8,5-9 | Adv |
What is better B2 or C1?
The B2 is the better choice if you need something to use in a well-lit room because it gets brighter in SDR. However, their HDR brightness is similar, and the C1 has better gradient handling, so if you watch HDR content, it’s better to go for the C1.
Does Cambridge C1 expire?
Unlike the TOEFL and IELTS exams which are only valid for 2 years, the Cambridge exams (FCE & CAE) are valid FOR LIFE!
How hard is Cambridge C1?
With Cambridge C1 Advanced this is definitely not the case. I have seen a lot of students who, after speaking to me, didn’t take my advice and ended up unhappy with their results. To pass you almost have to be too good for the level. The exam is exhausting, difficult and really tests your English level.
Is Level 3 the same as GCSE?
Level 1 qualifications are equivalent to GCSE grade D-G level. Level 2 qualifications are equivalent to GCSE grade A*-C level. Level 3 qualifications are equivalent to an A Level. Level 4 qualifications are equivalent to a BTEC Professional Diploma level.
Is Level 2 or 3 A level?
Qualifications at the same level sometimes cover different amounts of the same subject. AS levels and A levels are both level 3, but you study AS levels over 1 year and A levels over 2 years. So you learn more about the subject at A level.