Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses

Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses

Cambridge Exam Preparation Course Information

ELSIS Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses will provide you with all the skills needed to pass a PET, FCE or CAE exam. Cambridge qualifications are recognised by employers, colleges, and universities (especially in Europe and South America) and the certificate remains valid indefinitely.

Our courses specialise in helping you understand the variety of reading, writing, speaking and listening exercises in the Cambridge exams and how to answer the exam questions. Our Cambridge courses will help you improve your English quickly!

The Cambridge Exam Preparation course is excellent if you need a formal English language qualification.

Our Preparation Course for the Cambridge English Examinations (CEE) includes all the Cambridge levels we offer at ELSIS (PET, FCE and CAE).

If you wish to study more than one Cambridge level or if you are not sure which level you may qualify for, then the CEE course is a good fit for you.
Alternatively, you can apply for individual Cambridge courses.

Your English Language level will be re-assessed upon enrolment to ensure you are placed in the Cambridge class that best suits your English abilities.

CRICOS Code Course Entry Requirements Course Duration Course Contact Hours
096284M Preparation Course for the Cambridge English Examinations (CEE) (Pre-intermediate to Advanced) -An ELSIS GE student at a solid pre-intermediate (A grade) and above

-Completion of ELSIS English Placement Test at a solid Pre-intermediate level (A grade) and above

- IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

2- 48 weeks 20 hours per week
068411G Preparation Course for the Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET) (Pre-Intermediate to Intermediate) -An ELSIS GE student at a solid pre-intermediate (A grade) or intermediate level

-Completion of ELSIS English Placement Test at a solid pre-intermediate (A grade) or an intermediate level

-IELTS 4.5 or equivalent

10-12 weeks 20 hours per week
062240D Preparation Course for the Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE) Test (Upper Intermediate) -An ELSIS student at an upper-intermediate level

-Completion of ELSIS English Placement Test at an upper-intermediate level

-IELTS 5.0 or equivalent

10-12 weeks 20 hours per week
063235D Preparation Course for the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) (Upper Intermediate to Andvanced) -An ELSIS student at a solid upper-intermediate (A grade) or advanced level

-Completion of ELSIS English Placement Test at an upper-intermediate level (A grade) and above

-IELTS 5.5 or equivalent

10-12 weeks 20 hours per week

Why Study a Cambridge Preparation Course at ELSIS?

Students who undertake the full 12 weeks of the course will gain:

  • Knowledge of test-taking techniques specific to PET, FCE or CAE
  • Knowledge of text types, e.g. formal and informal letters, narratives, reports and articles
  • Improved listening skills
  • Improved reading skills for a variety of genres
  • Improved speaking skills
  • A greater awareness of word families and word formation
  • The ability to analyse texts grammatically and to transform sentences to express the same meaning in a different form
  • Development in speaking fluency and accuracy

Students are assessed at regular intervals and are well-prepared for the demands of the Cambridge exam.

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Cambridge Exams

  • The exams are internationally recognised and useful for students who need to use English in their workplace.
  • The exams consist of four parts:
    • Reading & Use of English
    • Writing (2 tasks)
    • Listening
    • Speaking
  • The course develops and improves skills in all four areas.

Sample Timetable

PET Exam Preparation Course (B1)

Cambridge English Preliminary (PET) course is an introduction to the Cambridge examinations for Pre-intermediate level students. It prepares students for the international examination which is held four times a year. You will receive a solid foundation in intermediate-level grammar and learn to develop your skills in:

  • Listening
  • Speaking
  • Reading
  • Writing

FCE Exam Preparation Course (B2)

Cambridge English First (FCE) course is our most popular Cambridge course.

This is a rigorous course which blends general and academic English elements to ensure students gain a full and all rounded exposure to the English language.

It is widely accepted by TAFE and other VET institutions around Australia.

 

CAE Exam Preparation Course (C1)

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) course is a highly intensive and specialised course which blends academic and general English elements to ensure practical usage of English in a range of situations.

With 4 components: Reading and Use of English, Listening, Writing and Speaking, it is highly regarded and accepted by the Department of Home Affairs.

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