Cambridge

General Description

The University of Cambridge ESOL was established in 1858 to set a standard of efficiency for schools in Britain. Today, Cambridge ESOL provides an assessment service at 5 levels of English as a Foreign Language. Among the many multinational companies that recognize Cambridge ESOL certificates for employment purposes are Asea Brown Boveri, Canon, Hoeschst, Lloyds Bank, Nestl¯, Price Waterhouse, Shell and Xerox.

The First Certificate in English (FCE) is the most widely-recognized proof of language ability at the upper-intermediate level. The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is gaining tremendous popularity as an assessment of advanced abilities. The Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) represents a very high level of language ability and is recognized as fulfilling English language entrance requirements by many universities in English-speaking countries.

You benefit by graduating with a prestigious, internationally-recognized certificate, either for employment purposes or for personal satisfaction. The exam is written at LSC.

LSC offers a full-time preparation course for the FCE at LSC Calgary, LSC Toronto and LSC Vancouver in 4-, 8- or 12-week options. Students at the 4- and 8- week entry dates join the 12-week classes in progress.

LSC Calgary, LSC Montreal, LSC Toronto and LSC Vancouver offer a full-time preparation course for the CAE on the same basis as the FCE.

LSC Toronto and LSC Vancouver also offer a full-time preparation course for the CPE in a 12-week module.

Course Schedule

There is no class Friday afternoon.

Course Content

LSC has chosen course books, audio and video cassettes specially designed for FCE, CAE and CPE test preparation. These materials serve to instruct students for the 5 papers set by Cambridge ESOL:

Through a balanced curriculum, you expand and reinforce your knowledge of the various exam components. Practice tests and compositions are an integral part of the programme. In addition, you should be prepared to undertake approximately 2 hours of homework each day to supplement in-class instruction. Study and practice are key ingredients in preparation for the exam.

LSC academic staff will help you in choosing appropriate supplementary materials to improve your performance in areas of specific weaknesses. These remedial materials are available at LSC to ensure a complete preparedness for all 5 papers.

Other Cambridge Certificates

BEC Test Centres
Business English Certificates are part of the Cambridge ESOL exams. LSC offers BEC Vantage preparation for high intermediate to advanced students. LSC Calgary and LSC Toronto are Open Centres, while LSC Vancouver is a Closed Centre.

FCE, CAE and CPE - Dates

The dates for LSC's Exam Preparation Courses enable candidates to take the examinations on the official test dates in March, June, August and December at LSC. LSC schools are official Cambridge test centres.

Late Registration Fee

The University of Cambridge charges a late registration fee for exam applications received after the dates specified below. Late registrants must pay LSC a fee of Cdn $75 if they register after the following dates:

For the March test - after January 20; For the June test - after March 31; For the August test - after June 28; For the December test - after October 13

Entrance Requirements

FCE/CAE: Students at an intermediate level require the full 12 weeks. Students at an advanced level may choose either 8 or 4 weeks.

CPE: Students must be of an advanced level. Students must enrol for the full 12-week course.

Special Notes

Fees are payable in Canadian Dollars.
Fees and conditions are subject to change without prior notice.

Entrance Requirements
Students must be 18 years of age or older and must be familiar with the Latin alphabet.