University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations - Link To Common European Framework

Link To Common European Framework

The Cambridge ESOL exams are related to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This framework sets standards in foreign language teaching across Europe. It divides learners into six levels of ability, with descriptions of what a learner is able to do at each stage.

A1/0 is the level of the very beginners. Some awards are mapped onto this level, including YLE Starters/Movers, and Entry 1 Certificate in ESOL Skills for Life. However, a candidate would receive 1.0 for IELTS, or 0 for BULATS, if he/she left the testing papers blank. Thus, 1.0 for IELTS, or 0 for BULATS, should not be treated as an "award".

CEFR Cambridge ESOL IELTS Exam Business Language Testing Service Business English Certificates Legal English Financial English
C2 CPE IELTS 8,5 - 9,0 BULATS >90
C1 CAE IELTS 7 - 8 BULATS 75-90 Business Higher ILEC ICFE
B2 FCE IELTS 5,5 - 6,5 BULATS 60-75 Business Vantage ILEC ICFE
B1 PET IELTS 4 - 5 BULATS 40-60 Business Preliminary
A2 KET IELTS 3 - 3,5 BULATS 20-40
A1 IELTS 2 - 2,5

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