Significance
There are five parts to the FCE exam. You will complete the Reading, Writing, Use of English, and Listening papers on the same day. The Speaking may be on a different day. You do the Speaking with two examiners and one other exam candidate.
Eligibility
You should study for the FCE if you want to work in an English-speaking business, live in an English-speaking country or study a foundation-level or pre-university course taught in English. You need to write short reports and emails, explain an idea or have a detailed discussion in English, and understand general English on TV and in newspapers.
Exam Format
- Reading and Use of English – 1 hour and 15 minutes (40%)
- Writing – 1 hour and 20 minutes (20%)
- Listening – 40 minutes (20%)
- Speaking – 14 minutes (20%)