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 (PM Session)
Exam Date: 10 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 9 May 2023A2 Key for Schools
Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 14 May 2023 - B1 Preliminary and B1 Preliminary for Schools
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B1 Preliminary
Exam Date: 10 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 9 May 2023B1 Preliminary for Schools
Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 14 May 2023 - B2 First and B2 First for Schools
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B2 First
Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 16 May 2023B2 First for Schools
Exam Date: 20 May 2023
Registration Deadline: 17 April 2023Exam Date: 10 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 9 May 2023Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 16 May 2023Exam Date: 22 July 2023
Registration Deadline: 21 June 2023B1 Preliminary for Schools (PM session)
Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 14 May 2023 - C1 Advanced
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Exam Date: 20 May 2023
Registration Deadline: 17 April 2023Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 16 May 2023 - C2 Proficiency
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Exam Date: 10 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 9 May 2023 - BEC Higher
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Exam Date: 20 May 2023
Registration Deadline: 17 April 2023Exam Date: 17 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 16 May 2023
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.
Teacher training tests
- Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)
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Exam Date: 13 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 11 May 2023 - DELTA Module 1
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Exam Date: 7 June 2023
Registration Deadline: 9 May 2023Exam Date: 6 December 2023
Registration Deadline: 9 November 2023
Exam fees
The current fees for each exam are as follows:
- A2 Key and A2 Key for Schools - £110
- B1 Preliminary and B1 Preliminary for Schools - £115
- B2 First and B2 First for Schools- £165
- C1 Advanced - £170
- C2 Proficiency - £180
- BEC Higher - £170
- 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.