CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH EXAMS
CICE is the only authorized Cambridge Examination Centre in Macau, hosting YLE, KET, PET, FCE, IELTS, TKT, and Linguaskill exams monthly. The exams are either run on a scheduled or an on-demand basis. Institutions that are interested in making bulk registrations can contact us prior to making arrangements.
FAQ
What do Cambridge English exams entail?
Cambridge English exams are taken by students according to their English level, and test students based on the four core language components, such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
For more information regarding which exam level is most suitable for your child, please check the EXAM LEVELS page in the drop-down menu.
Why have a Cambridge English exam qualification?
The certificate and the qualification are both valid for life (excluding IELTS, which is only valid for two years), and are internationally recognised by over 25,000 educational institutions, employers, and governments around the world, allowing exam-takers to have a wider outreach to opportunities in their studies and at work.
What are the benefits of taking a Cambridge English exam?
These exams apply to students’ day-to-day life, prepping and enhancing their English skills for study, work and travel, as well as preparing them to face more advanced challenges in the English-speaking world.
CAMBRIDGE EXAM LEVELS
Pre A1 Starters (YLE Starters)
This is the first of the three qualifications designed for young learners. The test introduces children to English using familiar topics and focuses on the skills needed to communicate effectively through listening, speaking, reading and writing.
KEY Facts
| CEFR level: | Pre-level A1 |
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| Test format: | Paper-based |
| No. of papers: | 3 |
| Test length: | About 45 minutes |
A1 Movers (YLE Movers)
This is the second of the three qualifications designed for young learners. The test introduces children to English using familiar topics and focuses on the skills needed to communicate effectively through listening, speaking, reading and writing.
KEY Facts
| CEFR level: | A1 |
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| Test format: | Paper-based |
| No. of papers: | 3 |
| Test length: | About 1 hour |
A2 Flyers (YLE Flyers)
This is the third of the three qualifications designed for young learners. The test introduces children to English using familiar topics and focuses on the skills needed to communicate effectively through listening, speaking, reading and writing.
KEY Facts
| CEFR level: | A2 |
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| Test format: | Paper-based |
| No. of papers: | 3 |
| Test length: | About 1 hour 15 minutes |
A2 Key for Schools (KET for Schools)
This is the next step after the Cambridge English qualifications we designed for young students. This test gives students the confidence to continue studying for the higher level of the English test and aims at the same CEFR level as A2 Key, but the content is aimed at school-age learners, not adults.
KEY Facts
| CEFR level: | A2 |
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| Scale score: | 120–139 (see details) | Test format: | Paper-based |
| No. of papers: | 3 |
| Test length: | About 1 hour 15 minutes |
B1 Preliminary for Schools (PET for Schools)
This qualification shows that a student has mastered the basics of English and now has practical language skills for everyday use. The exam is targeted at the same CEFR level as B1 Preliminary but with content aimed at school-age learners rather than adults.
KEY Facts
| CEFR level: | B1 |
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| Scale score: | 140–159 (see details) | Test format: | Paper-based |
| No. of papers: | 3 |
| Test length: | About 2 hours 20 minutes |
B2 First for Schools (FCE for Schools)
This qualification shows that a student has the language skills they need to communicate in an English-speaking environment. The exam is targeted at the same CEFR level as B2 First but with content aimed at school-age learners rather than adults.
KEY Facts
| CEFR level: | B2 |
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| Scale score: | 160–179 (see details) | Test format: | Paper-based |
| No. of papers: | 4 |
| Test length: | About 3.5 hours |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 27 November, 4 & 11 December 2022
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
Due to the recent changes in the epidemic situation in Mainland China, in view of the uncertainties cases and to ensure the safety of the students and to achieve the government’s epidemic prevention requirements and to reduce the risk of mass gatherings contributing to the spread of coronavirus, the centre has prudently decide to postpone the Cambridge English Assessments on 27 November, 4 & 11 December 2022, the latest assessment will be further announced according to the current situation. … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice in July 2022
As the Macao Special Administrative Region announced an immediate state of prevention from 1:00 a.m. on 19 June 2022, in view of the uncertainties cases from Macao, to ensure the safety of the students and to achieve the government’s epidemic prevention requirements and to reduce the risk of mass gatherings contributing to the spread of coronavirus, the centre has prudently decide to postpone the Cambridge English Assessments on 23, 30 and 31 July 2022, please refer to the below table for further arrangement. … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 26-27 March 2022
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
Due to the recent epidemic prevention measures of Macao SAR and the changes in the epidemic situation in Mainland China, in view of the uncertainties cases from both Macao and Mainland China, to ensure the safety of the students and to achieve the government’s epidemic prevention requirements and to reduce the risk of mass gatherings contributing to the spread of coronavirus, the centre has prudently decide to postpone the Cambridge English Assessments on 26 – 27 March 2022, please refer to the below table for further arrangement. … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 21-22 January
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
With the consideration of the latest arrangements of the Macao Government, starting at 6 am on 16 January 2022, people coming via Macau Border Gate must hold a “negative” nucleic acid test result within 24 hours. Due to the epidemics in Zhuhai and Zhongshan, there are now more than 17,744 local citizens changed to yellow health code. People coming from part of Zhuhai, Zhongshan, Shenzhen of Guangdong province must undergo a maximum of 14 days after leaving the place, but at least 7 days centralised isolation medical observation at designated locations in accordance with the requirements of the Macau Government. … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 18-19 December
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
With the consideration of the latest arrangements of the Macao Government and Guangdong Province for medical observation of people returning to Zhuhai via the Macau border and some regions have been classified as medium-risk areas. In order to achieve the government’s epidemic prevention requirements, which prevent the increase in imported cases and reduce the risk of mass gatherings contributing to the spread of COVID-19. The primary concern of the centre is the safety and well-being of candidates, parents, staff, and the communities after the discussion with the venue and related departments. … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 11-12 December
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement: With the consideration of the latest arrangements of the Macao … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 23-24 October
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
The Macau Special Administrative Region has entered into the state of immediate prevention, with effect from 23:59 pm on 24 September 2021, in relation to the risk of a local COVID-19 outbreak. … Read More
Cambridge English Examination Postponement Notice on 16 October
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
The Macau Special Administrative Region has entered into the state of immediate prevention, with effect from 23:59pm on 24 September, 2021, in relation to risk of a local COVID-19 outbreak. Such risk is evaluated to be extremely high.
The declaration is in accordance with an Executive Order, following an evaluation by Macau’s Novel Coronavirus Response and Coordination Centre. … Read More
Cambridge English October Examination Postponement Notice
In order to take appropriate anti-epidemic measures for candidates applying for the Cambridge English examinations during the period of the novel coronavirus, the Centre hereby makes the following statement:
The Macau Special Administrative Region has entered into the state of immediate prevention, with effect from 23:59pm on 24 September, 2021, in relation to risk of a local COVID-19 outbreak. Such risk is evaluated to be extremely high. … Read More