CPE

The Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) is an examination approaching the level of linguistic competence of an educated native speaker. Successful candidates are able to cope with a high level of academic work, and should also have some cultural interest and understanding.

The examination consists of five papers:

• Paper 1 Reading (1 hour 30 minutes)
• Paper 2 Writing (2 hours)
• Paper 3 Use of English (1 hour 30 minutes)
• Paper 4 Listening (40 minutes)
• Paper 5 Speaking (19 minutes)

The overall grade is based on all five papers which are weighted equally; there are three pass grades (ABC) and two fail grades (DE). Grade C corresponds to 60% of the total marks.

In all tasks, examiners assess control of language in the given context, including realisation of task, organisation of material and range of vocabulary and structure.

Exam Criteria:

A grade A answer uses sophisticated and appropriate language with few errors, and is ambitious in both concept and approach to the essay as well as language.

A grade B answer uses reasonably fluent and natural language with occasional minor errors, but with clear realisation of the task.

A grade C answer communicates the appropriate ideas but has more frequent errors and lacks organisation and control. The language used is more limited and the register is less controlled.

Current exam fee is PLN 570.

More detailed information concerning the format of the exam can be obtained at the reception desk.

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