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 |