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Cambridge English Qualifications in the UAE
Take internationally recognised English exams developed by Cambridge English, part of the University of Cambridge. Every qualification assesses Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking, is aligned with the CEFR, and is accepted by thousands of universities, employers and government bodies worldwide.
Exams we offer
Find the Right Cambridge English Exam
Choose by your target CEFR level – from everyday English (A2) to advanced academic and professional English (C1).
CEFR A2
A2 Key (KET)
A basic-level qualification showing you can communicate in simple, everyday English.
Best for
Learners with a basic foundation in English
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CEFR B1
B1 Preliminary (PET)
An intermediate qualification confirming you can communicate in everyday situations at work, school or while travelling.
Best for
Everyday communication for work, study and travel
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CEFR B2
B2 First (FCE)
Shows you have the English skills to live, work or study independently in an English-speaking environment.
Best for
Independent life, work or study in English
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CEFR C1
C1 Advanced (CAE)
A high-level qualification proving the advanced English needed for academic and professional success.
Best for
Academic and professional success
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CEFR A1–C1
English Skills Test (EST)
A flexible, modular digital test – take one skill or a combination, with results within 48 hours.
Best for
Employers, institutions, professionals and schools
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Cambridge English Qualifications
A2 Key · B1 Preliminary · B2 First · C1 Advanced
- Tests all four skills in one exam
- Scheduled exam sessions
- Digital results in 5–10 working days
- Paper-based results in 4–6 weeks
Cambridge English Skills Test
General · Business · Schools
- Take only the skills you need
- Fully digital with remote invigilation
- Adaptive Reading and Listening
- Results within 48 hours
Why Cambridge
Why Take a Cambridge English Exam?
Recognised Worldwide
Accepted by thousands of universities, employers and government bodies.
Aligned with the CEFR
Results map to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
All Four Skills
Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking are all assessed.
Authorised Centre
Prepare and take your exam with an authorised Cambridge English centre.
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How Registration Works
Select your exam
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Pay your fees
Confirmation of Entry
- Minimum group size: a qualification session runs only when at least seven candidates register for that date. You’ll join a waitlist, and we’ll contact you with payment details once the minimum is met, before the registration deadline.
Results
When Will I Get My Results?
Results are released by Cambridge English according to the official results timetable.
5–10 working days
Digital qualification exams
4–6 weeks
Paper-based qualification exams
Within 48 hours
English Skills Test
Guidance
Cambridge English Exams: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eton Institute an authorised Cambridge English exam centre?
Yes. Eton Institute is an authorised Cambridge English examination centre in the UAE. You can confirm this on the official Cambridge English centre finder.
Which Cambridge English exams can I take at Eton?
A2 Key (KET), B1 Preliminary (PET), B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE) and the Cambridge English Skills Test (EST).
Which exam level should I choose?
Choose the exam that matches your target CEFR level: A2 Key for simple everyday English, B1 Preliminary for everyday communication at work, school or while travelling, B2 First for independent life, work or study in English, and C1 Advanced for academic and professional success.
What is the difference between the qualifications and the English Skills Test?
Cambridge English Qualifications test all four skills in one scheduled exam. The English Skills Test is modular and fully digital – you can take one skill or a combination, with results within 48 hours.
How long do results take?
Digital qualification exams typically release results within 5–10 working days, paper-based exams within 4–6 weeks, and the English Skills Test within 48 hours.
Is there a minimum number of candidates for an exam session?
Yes. A qualification session runs only if at least seven candidates register for that date. Registered candidates join a waitlist and are contacted with payment details once the minimum is met.
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