The Language Centre is a closed centre for the CAE, BEC and CPE. This means that only unibz students and internal staff members can register for these exams.
Two levels are available at unibz
Cambridge Advanced (CAE) and Proficiency (CPE) assess your command of General English in listening and speaking, writing and reading. Obviously both exams are recognized by unibz.
Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) - CEFR level C1
The CAE offers a lower-advanced language qualification mainly for those who need English for a variety of purposes, such as young professionals living and working in an English-speaking context. Many universities recognize CAE as an English-language entry requirement.
C1 Business Higher (BEC Higher) - CEFR level C1
The BEC Higher is comparable to the CAE , but is used to certify proficiency in Business English. It is the preferred exam of many elite business schools and multinational companies around the world.
Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - CEFR Level C2
The CPE offers a prestigious certification and is the ideal certification for most purposes in order to show a very advanced command of the English language. Many universities recognize CPE as an English-language entry requirement
Cambridge Assessment English and the British Council define the exam calendar for all centres worldwide. unibz typically offers three exam sessions per year. The CAE is typically offered during the Autumn, and the CPE and BEC Higher are typically offered during the Spring.
This exam is equivalent to the CAE exam, but with a focus on business English. It is the preferred language certificate of many notable multinational corporations and MBA programs.
If you have any specific questions about the exam or preparation course, you may contact Michael Ennis (mennis@unibz.it).
Please note: the number of participants is limited and the exam dates (written and oral) cannot be changed!
Written and oral exam: 19/06/2021
Exam fee: 150,00 Euro
Enrolment deadline: 15/04/2021
To register for the BEC Higher exam fill out and send the registration form to language.centre@unibz.it.
You will then receive an e-mail with further instructions on how to pay the exam fee via the PagoPA system (electronic payment to the Public Administration).
* The preparation course will be activated only with a minimum of 6 participants.
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