The C1 Advanced (CAE) is an official Cambridge exam that certifies an advanced (C1) level of English according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference). It is internationally recognised as proof of high-level proficiency in academic and professional contexts.

This C1 Advanced English course is organised as a two-year programme (Year I & Year II) for teenagers and young adults who are preparing to achieve the C1 level of English, building on the strong foundation of B2.

Reaching the C1 level is a major achievement in language learning. Students learn to understand and analyse complex texts, express themselves with fluency and precision in both formal and informal contexts, and produce well-structured, sophisticated writing. The course also provides intensive practice with exam-style tasks and step-by-step strategies to ensure success under real exam conditions.

Who is it for?

• Students who already have a strong B2 level and want to:
  • Study at international universities or access postgraduate programs.
  • Enhance their professional profile for better career opportunities.
  • Certify an advanced level for competitive exams or official requirements.

Year II – C1 Advanced (Exam Preparation Year)

Course Objectives:

• Full mastery of advanced grammar and vocabulary.
• Refinement of fluency and precision in speaking and writing.
• Development of exam strategies under timed conditions.
• Confidence-building through mock exams and feedback.

What is covered in Year II

• Grammar: mastery of complex structures (perfect modals, advanced tense shifts, cleft sentences, formal register).
• Vocabulary: academic, professional, and topic-based language; idiomatic style; advanced collocations.
• Skills:
  • Reading & Use of English: analysis of long, complex texts; full exam practice with timing.
  • Writing: production of sophisticated, well-structured texts (essays, reports, proposals, reviews).
  • Listening: exposure to authentic, challenging materials (lectures, debates, extended interviews).
  • Speaking: fluency in extended discussions, debates, abstract topics, and exam simulations.
• Exam Practice: regular exam-style practice across all four papers, full mock exams under timed conditions, with detailed teacher feedback and strategy refinement.

Exam structure:

• Reading & Use of English (1h 30min)
  • Reading comprehension of extensive and challenging texts (articles, reports, academic texts).
  • Advanced grammar and vocabulary (gap filling, sentence transformations, word formation).
• Writing (1h 30min)
  • Writing 2 texts: a compulsory essay + one chosen from article, formal letter, report, or proposal.
• Listening (approx. 40min)
  • Understanding complex audio (lectures, interviews, academic talks).
• Speaking (approx. 15min, in pairs)
  • Conversation on abstract topics, discussion, and visual analysis.

Discounts:

• Family Members (FM): 10% on each student from the same family.