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    The key takeaways are that the Cambridge English: Preliminary exam tests intermediate English language skills and is accepted by employers, educational institutions, and governments around the world. It can help with work, study, and travel opportunities.

    Some of the benefits of taking the exam include gaining real-life language skills for everyday situations, receiving a reliable and standardized assessment, having exam options worldwide and a choice of paper or computer format, and fair assessment of all varieties of English. A qualification is also recognized globally.

    The exam will test a candidate's ability in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Specifically, it will assess skills like understanding instructions, participating in conversations, comprehending correspondence, and discussing opinions on familiar topics.

    Practical English

    for everyday use

    Internationally accepted
    Cambridge English: Preliminary, also known as Preliminary
    English Test (PET), is accepted by employers, educational
    institutions and government departments around the world
    as proof of ability to use English at an intermediate level.
    The following are just a few of the organisations that accept
    Cambridge English: Preliminary.
    AOC International Ltd
    DHL
    Bosch
    GlaxoSmithKline
    Zurich Financial Services
    Saab

    Tasmania Polytechnic
    (Australia)

    University of Venice (Italy)

    Universidad Central
    (Chile)

    Geofund (Czech Republic)

    Department of Civil
    Gulf University (Bahrain) Aviation (UAE)
    CERN (Switzerland)

    For the full list of organisations that accept Cambridge


    English: Preliminary, please visit
    www.CambridgeESOL.org/recognition

    Working and studying in the UK


    The UK Border Agency accepts Cambridge English: Preliminary
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    applications.*
    Visit www.CambridgeESOL.org/UK-immigration
    for more details.

    Find out more


    www.CambridgeESOL.org
    www.Facebook.com/CambridgeESOL
    www.Twitter.com/CambridgeESOL

    *Information correct at time of printing, August 2011.

    Getting a Cambridge
    English: Preliminary
    certificate opens the
    door to opportunities for
    work, study and travel.

    Why take Cambridge English:


    Preliminary?
    Real-life language skills
    Preparing for Cambridge English: Preliminary will give you the
    practical English skills to:

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    conversations in a work environment

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    Reliable
    Backed by the largest research programme of its kind,
    Cambridge English exams provide the most reliable
    reflection of your language skills.
    Choice
    Cambridge English: Preliminary can be taken at exam centres
    around the world. You can choose to take your exam on a
    computer or on paper.
    Fair
    All the major varieties of English are accepted in Cambridge
    English exams. Our exams are designed to be fair to all
    learners from all parts of the world.
    Support
    A wealth of materials are available to help you prepare for
    your exam.
    A Cambridge English qualification
    Once you have earned a Cambridge English certificate, you
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    www.CambridgeESOL.org/Preliminary

    Practical English for everyday use


    Cambridge English: Preliminary is developed using the principles
    and approaches of the Common European Framework
    of Reference for Languages (CEFR) the internationally
    accepted system for describing language ability.
    Cambridge English: Preliminary is at CEFR Level B1. At this
    level users can understand factual information and show
    awareness of opinions, attitudes and mood in both spoken
    and written English. It can be used as proof of your ability
    to use English to communicate with native speakers for
    everyday purposes.

    Your results
    Cambridge English: Preliminary Level B2
    New for September 2011
    Pass with Distinction
    Exceptional candidates sometimes show ability beyond
    Level B1. From September 2011, if you achieve a Pass with
    Distinction, you will receive the Preliminary English Test
    certificate stating that you demonstrated ability at Level B2.
    Cambridge English: Preliminary Level B1
    Pass with Merit, Pass
    If you achieve a Pass or Pass with Merit in your exam you
    will be awarded the Preliminary English Test certificate
    at Level B1. Reaching this level shows that you are
    developing your language abilities and are ready for the
    next challenge.
    Level A2 certificate
    We believe it is important to recognise your achievement,
    even if you do not reach Level B1.
    If your performance falls within Level A2, you will receive a
    Cambridge English certificate stating that you demonstrated
    ability at Level A2.
    The Common European
    Framework of Reference

    Cambridge English:
    Preliminary

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    Procient
    user

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    user

    Pass with Distinction*


    Pass with Merit

    B1
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    Cambridge English: Preliminary


    Preparing for your exam is fun
    when you learn language skills
    for real-life situations.

    Format of the exam


    Cambridge English: Preliminary has three papers:
    Reading and Writing: 1 hour 30 minutes
    Shows you can read and understand the main points from
    signs, journals, newspapers and magazines, and can use
    vocabulary and structure correctly.
    Listening: 30 minutes (approx)
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    spoken materials including announcements and discussions
    about everyday life.
    Speaking: 1012 minutes
    Tests your ability to take part in conversation; you will be
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    things you like and dislike. Your Speaking test will be taken
    face-to-face with one or two other candidates. This makes
    your test more realistic and reliable.
    Download sample papers at
    www.CambridgeESOL.org/Preliminary

    Internationally accessible
    Cambridge English exams can be taken at more than 2,700
    centres across 130 countries, throughout the year.

    Comprehensive support
    To help you prepare effectively and get the most out of your
    exam experience, a wealth of exam resources are available,
    including sample papers, handbooks and exam tips. Find out
    more about the support we offer at:

    www.CambridgeESOL.org/Preliminary

    Flexible test options


    You can choose to take your exam on paper or on a computer.
    Why choose a computer-based test?

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    that suits you

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    The worlds most valued English


    qualifications
    Colleges and employers that accept Cambridge English
    exams can easily check your result online with our secure
    online Results Verification Service. We are also introducing
    exam day photos for added security and to make your
    certificate even more valued and trusted.

    Join the Cambridge English world


    Why not immerse yourself in the Cambridge English
    community? More than 3.3 million people from all
    over the world choose Cambridge English exams
    each year.

    Next steps to taking Cambridge


    English: Preliminary
    Step 1
    Find out more
    To find out more about Cambridge English: Preliminary, go to

    www.CambridgeESOL.org/Preliminary

    Step 2
    Test your level
    Take our free online test and see if Cambridge English:
    Preliminary is the right exam for you.

    www.CambridgeESOL.org/testyourenglish

    Step 3
    Find a Cambridge ESOL exam centre near you for
    information about:

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    www.CambridgeESOL.org/centres

    Step 4
    Pass the exam!
    Once you have taken Cambridge English: Preliminary, you are
    one step closer to achieving your dreams and ambitions.
    A wide range of support and preparation materials are
    available to help you get the most out of your exam.

    www.CambridgeESOL.org

    
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    varieties of English
    
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    University of Cambridge
    ESOL Examinations
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    Cambridge
    CB1 2EU
    United Kingdom
    Tel:+44 1223 553997

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    Contact us:

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    www.CambridgeESOL.org
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    www.Twitter.com/CambridgeESOL

    Cambridge English: Preliminary is developed by Cambridge ESOL


    one of three major exam boards which form the Cambridge Assessment
    Group (Cambridge Assessment). Cambridge Assessment, a not-forprofit department of the University of Cambridge, assesses more than
    8 million people in 150 countries every year.

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