Cambridge English Qualifications
The University of Sheffield English Language Teaching Centre (ELTC) is an authorised exam centre for Cambridge English Qualifications. Cambridge Assessment English is a department of the University of Cambridge and part of the Cambridge Assessment group set up in 1858.
About Cambridge Assessment English
According to their website, 'Cambridge Assessment English offers the world's leading range of certificates for learners and teachers of English - taken by over three million people in 130 countries.'
These qualifications are recognised by a huge variety of professional, educational and governmental organisations, including the University of Sheffield.
You can apply to just take the exam in Sheffield at the ELTC or choose one of our preparation classes followed by the exam.
A preparation class may give you a better chance of success in the exam, in particular, if you have never taken one before or know little about the skills involved.
If you just want to take the Cambridge exam without following a preparation class, please carry on reading.
Part-time preparation classes are also available.
Available Cambridge English Qualifications
Currently we can offer the following Cambridge English Qualifications below. To find out more about each exam, please click on the link to be taken the Cambridge Assessment English website.
Teacher training exams
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)
- Cambridge Assessment English: DELTA Module 1 (Teaching Exam for external candidates)
The ELTC also offers teacher training courses leading to TKT, CELTA and Delta certification. Please look at our teacher training webpages or contact us for more details
Upcoming Exam dates
Cambridge English Qualifications
- A2 Key and A2 Key for Schools
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A2 Key for Schools
Next Exam Date: Tuesday 14 May 2024
Application Deadline: Sunday 14 April 2024
A2 Key for Schools
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application Deadline: Wednesday 15 May 2024
A2 Key for Schools
Next Exam Date: Saturday 15 June 2024
Application Deadline: Tuesday 7 May 2024
- B1 Preliminary and B1 Preliminary for Schools
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B1 Preliminary for Schools
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application Deadline: Tuesday 7 May 2024
B1 Preliminary
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application Deadline: Wednesday 15 May 2024
- B2 First and B2 First for Schools
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B2 First
Next Exam Date: Saturday 20 April 2024 with Speaking exam on Thursday 18 April 2024
Application deadline: Tuesday 19 March 2024
B2 First for Schools
Next Exam Date: Thursday 18 April 2024 with Speaking exam on the same date.
Application deadline: Tuesday 19 March 2024
B2 First for Schools
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application deadline: Tuesday 7 May 2024
B2 First
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application Deadline: Wednesday 15 May 2024
B2 First for Schools
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application Deadline: Wednesday 15 May 2024
B2 First for Schools
Next Exam Date: Saturday 20 July 2024
Application deadline: Thursday 20 June 2024
- C1 Advanced
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Next Exam Date: Saturday 20 April 2024 with Speaking exam on Thursday 18 April 2024
Application deadline: Tuesday 19 March 2024
Next Exam Date: Saturday 18 May 2024
Application deadline: Wednesday 17 April 2024
Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application deadline: Tuesday 7 May 2024
Next Exam Date: Saturday 15 June 2024
Application deadline: Wednesday 15 May 2024
- C2 Proficiency
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Next Exam Date: Saturday 18 May 2024
Application deadline: Wednesday 17 April 2024
Please note: All four papers, 'Reading and Use of English', 'Writing', 'Listening' and 'Speaking', will take place on the Exam Date for each qualification listed above unless otherwise stated.
Teacher training tests
- TKT (Teaching Knowledge Test)
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Next Exam Date: Saturday 18 May 2024
Application deadline: Wednesday 17 April 2024
- DELTA Module 1
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Next Exam Date: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Application deadline: Tuesday 7 May 2024
Exam fees
The current fees for each exam are as follows:
- A2 Key and A2 Key for Schools - £115
- B1 Preliminary and B1 Preliminary for Schools - £120
- B2 First and B2 First for Schools- £170
- C1 Advanced - £175
- C2 Proficiency - £185
- DELTA Module 1 - See application form
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT) modules 1-3 - See application form
All exam fees must be paid before you are officially entered with Cambridge Assessment English.
Applications made after the entries deadline will be charged an additional late entry fee of £25.
How to apply
Applications can be made online.
Application formYou will be contacted soon after with further information about paying for the exam and confirming your identity.
To secure your place you must complete all stages of registration by the deadline above.