We should start by saying that certain universities and organisations require that you take a particular exam to demonstrate your English level, so it's always best to check with them first before deciding on the best option.
However if you need further help, here's a little overview of the various recognised English exams:
The following information is taken from: https://www.examenglish.com/cambridge_esol.php
Cambridge English (also known as ESOL) is a department of Cambridge University. Their English exams Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), First (FCE), Preliminary (PET) and Key (KET) are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.
Cambridge developed the IELTS exam in conjunction with the British Council and IELTS Australia.
Cambridge English exams - Introduction:
IELTS - International English Language Testing System
First (FCE) - First Certificate in English (B2)
Advanced (CAE) - Certificate of Advanced English (C1)
Proficiency (CPE) - Certificate of Proficiency in English (C2)
Preliminary (PET), PET for Schools - Preliminary English Test (B1)
Key (KET) - Key English Test (A2)
BEC - Business English Certificates (B1, B2, C1)
The following information is taken from: https://englishlive.ef.com/blog/career-english/toefl-ielts-and-co-which-english-exam-should-i-take/
More Information:
TOEFL and IELTS
TOEFL and IELTS are both tests designed for people wanting to study in an English-speaking country or taking a course with a lot of English language content. IELTS has a non-academic version but it’s not as common as the academic version.
TOEFL is the most common academic English test worldwide but in some countries, such as the UK, universities prefer people to have a good IELTS score because they think it is a more accurate test of English level.
You can do the TOEFL test online or face-to-face, but you can only do IELTS in-person. TOEFL and IELTS are both valid for two years so it’s important to plan to do your test a reasonable time before you apply for your university course. If you do it too early, you might need to do it again!
Cambridge Exams
The Cambridge exams are traditional ‘pass or fail’ exams whereas the others give you an English score on a graded scale.
Because of this, it’s important to enter a Cambridge exam at the right level for you. Your teacher should be able to tell you which level would be best for you. The levels are:
PET – Cambridge English: Preliminary
The lowest level. This proves you have enough English to communicate and talk about simple things.
FCE – Cambridge English: First
Strong intermediate students can take this test. This proves your English is good enough to live in an English-speaking country and that you can communicate relatively fluently.
CAE – Cambridge English: Advanced
Strong advanced students can take this test. You’ll need excellent written and spoken English to pass.
CPE – Cambridge English: Proficiency
For students wanting to prove their level is similar to that of a native speaker of English. This is a really tough test and it’s a great achievement to pass it.
These Cambridge exams remain valid for ever so they are a great way to prove what your level of English is at the end of a course like you would with a course at college or university.
Preparation at Mister Pitkins
You can study and prepare for all these exams at Mister Pitkins either with face to face lessons or by skype. Lessons are with a mother tongue teacher who has over 10 years experience of preparing students for Cambridge exams.
Prices for 10 hour course:
-Individual lessons €295
-Semi individual lessons €195 per person
-Groups of 3 people: €150 per person
-Groups of 4 people: €125 per person
Email: [email protected]
Tel: (00 39) 334 1207104
However if you need further help, here's a little overview of the various recognised English exams:
The following information is taken from: https://www.examenglish.com/cambridge_esol.php
Cambridge English (also known as ESOL) is a department of Cambridge University. Their English exams Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), First (FCE), Preliminary (PET) and Key (KET) are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.
Cambridge developed the IELTS exam in conjunction with the British Council and IELTS Australia.
Cambridge English exams - Introduction:
IELTS - International English Language Testing System
First (FCE) - First Certificate in English (B2)
Advanced (CAE) - Certificate of Advanced English (C1)
Proficiency (CPE) - Certificate of Proficiency in English (C2)
Preliminary (PET), PET for Schools - Preliminary English Test (B1)
Key (KET) - Key English Test (A2)
BEC - Business English Certificates (B1, B2, C1)
The following information is taken from: https://englishlive.ef.com/blog/career-english/toefl-ielts-and-co-which-english-exam-should-i-take/
More Information:
TOEFL and IELTS
TOEFL and IELTS are both tests designed for people wanting to study in an English-speaking country or taking a course with a lot of English language content. IELTS has a non-academic version but it’s not as common as the academic version.
TOEFL is the most common academic English test worldwide but in some countries, such as the UK, universities prefer people to have a good IELTS score because they think it is a more accurate test of English level.
You can do the TOEFL test online or face-to-face, but you can only do IELTS in-person. TOEFL and IELTS are both valid for two years so it’s important to plan to do your test a reasonable time before you apply for your university course. If you do it too early, you might need to do it again!
Cambridge Exams
The Cambridge exams are traditional ‘pass or fail’ exams whereas the others give you an English score on a graded scale.
Because of this, it’s important to enter a Cambridge exam at the right level for you. Your teacher should be able to tell you which level would be best for you. The levels are:
PET – Cambridge English: Preliminary
The lowest level. This proves you have enough English to communicate and talk about simple things.
FCE – Cambridge English: First
Strong intermediate students can take this test. This proves your English is good enough to live in an English-speaking country and that you can communicate relatively fluently.
CAE – Cambridge English: Advanced
Strong advanced students can take this test. You’ll need excellent written and spoken English to pass.
CPE – Cambridge English: Proficiency
For students wanting to prove their level is similar to that of a native speaker of English. This is a really tough test and it’s a great achievement to pass it.
These Cambridge exams remain valid for ever so they are a great way to prove what your level of English is at the end of a course like you would with a course at college or university.
Preparation at Mister Pitkins
You can study and prepare for all these exams at Mister Pitkins either with face to face lessons or by skype. Lessons are with a mother tongue teacher who has over 10 years experience of preparing students for Cambridge exams.
Prices for 10 hour course:
-Individual lessons €295
-Semi individual lessons €195 per person
-Groups of 3 people: €150 per person
-Groups of 4 people: €125 per person
Email: [email protected]
Tel: (00 39) 334 1207104