Cambridge Exam Preparation - Celtic English Academy

Prepare for the Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE) or the Cambridge B2 First (FCE). English language qualifications with international recognition.

Levels

b1+
Intermediate
I can speak and understand reasonably well and can use basic tenses but have problems with more difficult grammar and vocabulary.
b2
Upper Intermediate
I can communicate without much difficulty but still make some mistakes and misunderstand sometimes.
c1
Advanced
I can speak and understand very well but in unfamiliar situations may have a few problems with topic-specific vocabulary.
fce
First Certificate of English
FCE is a B2 level exam aimed at learners whose command of English is adequate for many practical everyday purposes, including business and further study.
cae
Certificate of Advanced English
is an advanced-level exam for high level learners and is accepted globally as proof of high achievement. It can be used for employment and university entry.

This is a full-time course. It combines our General English course (15 hours) with our Cambridge Preparation Skills part-time elective course (C1/B2 – 6 hours). You receive a total of 21 hours per week.

This course can be studied in the morning or the afternoon.

Course Details

Class Size:: Maximum 10 students
Start Date:: Any Monday
Course Length:: 1-50 weeks
Minimum Age:: 16
AM Class Times:: 08:45 - 12:00 (GE20) + 12:30 - 14:00 (C1/B2 Preparation Skills)
OR PM Class Times:: 12:30 - 14:00 (C1/B2 Preparation Skills) + 14:15 - 17:30 (GEPM20)
Days:: Monday - Friday
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Cambridge Exam Preparation (Full-time course)

You can take our Cambridge Exam Preparation courses to prepare for either the C1 Advanced exam or the B2 First exam.

These English language qualifications are recognised internationally.

Thousands of students prepare for these exams because they can help you to:

Improve your career opportunities
Gain entry to study at university
Make certain visa applications

Who are the Cambridge Exam Preparation courses for?

Our Cambridge Exam Preparation courses could be a great option if you would like to:

Obtain a formal English language qualification which is recognised internationally.
Have an official certificate which shows your English level for work or university.
Improve in all the four skills of speaking, writing, reading and listening.

Cambridge Exam Preparation course content

General English	+ Cambridge Preparation Skills (C1 Advanced /B2 First)	Total
15 hours (20 lessons) per week	6 hours (8 lessons) per week	21 hours (28 lessons) per week

Our Cambridge Exam Preparation courses combine language development with exam techniques, study skills and exam practice.

We will help you develop strategies and techniques to deal with each aspect of the C1 Advanced or B2 First exam.

You will take regular practice tests. After these tests, your teacher will give you feedback and advice so that you can improve.

Intended learning outcomes of the Cambridge Exam Preparation course

By the end of the course, you should have:

A good understanding of the C1 Advanced or B2 First exam format and the different question types found in the exam
Improved techniques and strategies so that you can succeed in each part of the exam
An extended range of grammar and vocabulary
An improved ability to communicate in English with greater confidence and accuracy, in a variety of settings
The ability to better understand a wide range of spoken and written texts
The ability to produce a variety of written texts with greater confidence and accuracy

Cambridge exam dates

Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam Dates

	Exam Date (Bristol centre)	Exam Application Deadline (Bristol centre)
Paper-based C1 Advanced	Wednesday 26/08/2026 and Friday 28/08/2026	Friday 07/08/2026
Paper-based C1 Advanced	Saturday 05/12/2026	Monday 16/11/2026

Cambridge B2 First Exam Dates

	Exam Date (Bristol centre)	Exam Application Deadline (Bristol centre)
Paper-based B2 First	Wednesday 26/08/2025 and Thursday 27/08/2025	Friday 07/08/2025
Paper-based B2 First	Friday 11/08/26 and Saturday 12/12/2025	Monday 23/11/2025

Booking an exam

We can help our students book a Cambridge exam either in Bristol or at another location in the UK.

Cambridge exam fees

Please note that Cambridge exam fees are not included in the course fee. The exam costs can range from £165-£220* (October 2025)

For more information about Cambridge examinations, please visit Cambridge Exam Website.

* These prices are only a guide and can vary depending on the choice of exam centre and test type.

Availability

All our Cambridge Exam Preparation classes are subject to availability. Contact us to learn more about our course opening dates.

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