English Courses

Cambridge Exam Preparation

B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE) and C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Our most popular course for students to prove their English Level to potential employers.  

The Cambridge English Exams are internationally recognised and can open doors to higher education, improve employment opportunities, and increase your choices for study or work. Before you start your Cambridge exam preparation classes, your level of English will be assessed. You must have the required level to join any of our Cambridge exam preparation courses.

Exam preparation at Capital School of English:  

At Capital School of English, we understand the importance of achieving your desired result for this test. We are here to help with exam preparation lessons and booking the exam. It is recommended that you study for the full duration of the course (see course dates). However, you can join after the start date or for shorter periods. It is also recommended that you combine this course with General English lessons to develop your overall language and communication skills. 

Course Overview

Cambridge Exam: B2 First (FCE)
  • All our Cambridge English Exam Preparation Courses are 15 hours per week.
  • Study a Cambridge exam preparation course for 3 hours a day using a Cambridge coursebook.

RECOMMENDATION: Combine this course with General English (Standard).

  • 10 week course = £2,450
  • 11 week course = £2,675
  • >12 week course = £2,900
  • Exam fee: available on request
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Cambridge Exam: C1 Advanced (CAE)
  • All our Cambridge English Exam Preparation Courses are 15 hours per week.
  • Study a Cambridge exam preparation course for 3 hours a day using a Cambridge coursebook.

RECOMMENDATION: Combine this course with General English (Standard).

  • 10 week course = £2,450
  • 11 week course = £2,675
  • 12 week course = £2,900
  • Exam fee: available on request
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Cambridge Exam: C2 Proficiency (CPE)
  • All our Cambridge English Exam Preparation Courses are 15 hours per week.
  • Study a Cambridge exam preparation course for 3 hours a day using a Cambridge coursebook.

RECOMMENDATION: Combine this course with General English (Standard).

  • 10 week course = £2,450
  • 11 week course = £2,675
  • 12 week course = £2,900
  • Exam fee: available on request
Book Course

Course Detail

Levels
B1 or B2, B2 or C1, C1 or C2
Minimum Age
16
Max Class Size
16
Average: 4-8
Course Length
10-12 weeks

Course Dates

TITLECOURSE DATES 2025 EXAM DATEACCOMMODATION NEEDED
FIRST (FCE) January 6th - March 14th (10 weeks duration)Friday March 14th10 weeks
ADVANCED (CAE) January 6th - March 21st (11 weeks duration)Saturday March 22nd11 weeks
FIRST (FCE) March 24th - June 13th (12 weeks duration)Saturday June 14th12 weeks
ADVANCED (CAE) March 31st - June 20th (12 weeks duration)Saturday June 21st12 weeks
FIRST (FCE) June 9th - August 22nd (10 weeks duration)Thursday August 21st10 weeks
ADVANCED (CAE) June 9th - August 22nd (10 weeks duration)Friday August 22nd10 weeks
FIRST (FCE)September 22nd - December 12th (12 weeks duration)Saturday December 13th12 weeks
ADVANCED (CAE) September 22nd - December 12th (12 weeks duration)Saturday December 13th12 weeks

Course Description

All our Cambridge English Exam Preparation courses aim to develop the exam skills required to allow students to reach their potential in the exam.

OUR PRACTICE TESTS:

Each week you will answer Cambridge exam questions in exam conditions to see your development and track your progress. In addition, you will do a full mock practice test of all parts, including 2 speaking tests.

PROGRESS CHECKS: 

Regular homework and tutorials with your teacher.

Course Objectives

By the end of any of our Cambridge Exam Preparation courses, you will:

  • Be familiar with the requirements of the exam
  • Be familiar with the different exam task questions
  • Develop your confidence to answer the questions
  • Develop your exam skills and techniques
  • Develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking skills
  • Develop your vocabulary and grammar
  • Develop your study skills

Additional Information

NOTE: All Cambridge Exam classes are subject to availability and minimum number of students.

*Please note that accommodation prices are not included. Please see Accommodation Prices.

Exam fees are:

Cambridge First Certificate Exam (FCE): available on request
Cambridge Advanced Exam (CAE): available on request
Cambridge Proficiency Exam (CPE): available on request

All prices are in Pound Sterling (£GBP). Prices for 10, 11 and 12 week courses include course fee, registration fee, Cambridge resources (coursebooks) and Cambridge practice test materials. Exam Fee Price is for the Bournemouth Exam Centre. The nearest exam centre is in Bournemouth.

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