Cambridge Exam Preparation Course
The University of Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) was established in 1858 to set a standard of efficiency for schools in Britain. Today, Cambridge ESOL provides an assessment service at 5 levels of English as a Foreign Language. Among the many multinational companies that recognize Cambridge ESOL certificates for employment purposes are Asea Brown Boveri, Canon, Hoechst, Lloyds Bank, Nestle, Price Waterhouse, Shell and Xerox.
The First Certificate in English (FCE) is
the most widely-recognized proof of language ability at the
upper-intermediate level.
The Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is
gaining tremendous popularity as an assessment of advanced abilities.
The Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) represents a very high level
of language ability and is recognized as fulfilling English language
entrance requirements by many universities in English-speaking countries.
You benefit by graduating with a prestigious, internationally-recognized certificate, either for employment purposes or for personal satisfaction. The exam is written at LSC.
LSC offers a full-time preparation course for the FCE at LSC Calgary, LSC Toronto and LSC Vancouver in 4-, 8- or 12-week options. Students at the 4- and 8- week entry dates join the 12-week classes in progress.
LSC Calgary, LSC Toronto and LSC Vancouver offer a full-time preparation course for the CAE on the same basis as the FCE.
LSC Vancouver also offers a full-time
preparation course for the CPE in a 12-week module.
Course
Schedule
| Monday to Friday | 09:00 - 10:50 |
| 11:20 - 13:10 | |
| Monday to Thursday | 14:10 - 15:20 |
| 15:35 - 16:45 |
There is no class Friday afternoon.
Course Content
LSC has chosen course books, audio and video cassettes specially designed for FCE, CAE and CPE test preparation. These materials serve to instruct students for the 5 papers set by Cambridge ESOL:
| Paper 1 | Reading Comprehension |
| Paper 2 | Composition |
| Paper 3 | Use of English |
| Paper 4 | Listening Comprehension |
| Paper 5 | Interview |
Through a balanced curriculum, you expand and reinforce your knowledge of the various exam components. Practice tests and compositions are an integral part of the programme. In addition, you should be prepared to undertake approximately 2 hours of homework each day to supplement in-class instruction. Study and practice are key ingredients in preparation for the exam.
LSC academic staff will help you in choosing
appropriate supplementary materials to improve your performance in areas
of specific weaknesses. These remedial materials are available at LSC
to ensure a complete preparedness for all 5 papers.
Other Cambridge Certificates
All LSC schools can also test students for
the following Cambridge Certificates: BEC, FCE, CAE
and CPE
BEC Test Centres
Business English
Certificates are part of the Cambridge
ESOL exams. LSC offers
BEC Vantage preparation for high intermediate to advanced students.
LSC Calgary, LSC Montreal and
LSC Toronto are Open Centres, while LSC Vancouver is a Closed Centre.
The dates for LSC's Exam Preparation Courses enable candidates to take the examinations on the official test dates in March, June and December at LSC. All LSC schools are official Cambridge test centres. Click here for upcoming dates. Entrance Requirements
FCE/CAE: Students at an intermediate level require the full 12 weeks. Students at an advanced level may choose either 8 or 4 weeks.
CPE: Students must be of an advanced
level. Students must enrol for the full 12-week course. CPE candidates
should understand that class size is generally smaller than average.
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Course Summary
Course Location:
Calgary (FCE, CAE)
Toronto (FCE, CAE, CPE)
Vancouver
(FCE, CAE, CPE)
Course Start:
offerings to coincide with exam dates (see Dates)
Course Duration:
12, 8, or 4 weeks
(8 and 4 week students join programme in progress)
Lessons per Week:
30
Age Group:
18 years +
Levels:
FCE, CAE, CPE<
Students per Class:
Average: 10-12
Maximum: 15