What attaining this level means:
 

• Shows that you have mastered English and can use it fluently in demanding research, academic and professional situations

• Equivalent to C2 / Proficient level according to the Common European Framework

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Who should take it:

• Those who want to prove to employers that you can use English at a senior management level or if you want to study at a postgraduate or PhD level at an English-speaking university 

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Scope of the exam:

• Understand almost everything you hear or read in English

• Use and understand formal, academic and colloquial language

• Negotiate, argue and discuss the subtle issues of complex subjects

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The exam contains:

• Reading and Use of English (1 hr 30 mins | 40% of total score)

• Writing  (1 hr 30 mins | 20% of total score)

• Listening (40 mins | 20% of total score)

• Speaking (16 mins per pair of candidates | 20% of total score)