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Exam preparation

Exam preparation program

From mock tests to expert guidance, we will prepare you for your language exams. Depending on the destination, different types of exams are available.

Program structure

32 Lessons / week (40 minutes each lesson)

16 General Language Lessons

04 Project Sessions

10 Special Exam Classes

02 Lecture Sessions

  • Language level

    Beginner to Advanced

  • Start date

    September / January / April / June

  • Length

    2 terms / 3 terms / 4 terms (approx. 6 / 9 / 11 months)

  • Tuition time

    21 hours and 20 minutes/week

  • Exam

    Take your official language exam in your third term. You'll focus your studies, enhance your exam skills, and take your test instead of completing a final project.

Exams available:

Cambridge English Exam preparation:

Cambridge English exams can be used as proof of proficiency for university admissions, immigration or employment in most English-speaking countries. Offered in computer-based and paper-based formats, the exams test reading, writing, listening, speaking and use of English.

Cambridge English Language Assessment is the part of the University of Cambridge that provides qualifications for English language learners.

All EF schools that offer Cambridge English Exam Preparation have courses tailored for March, June and December exam dates. The end date of your program can be extended to meet an exam date if required.

Available at: New York, Miami Beach, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Boston, Honolulu, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, London, Bristol, Cambridge, Oxford, Bournemouth, Brighton, Manchester, Dublin, Malta St. Julian’s, Cape Town, Auckland, Perth and Sydney.

IELTS Exam preparation:

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is required for entry to university in many countries, including the UK, Ireland, the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. It’s recognized by many universities, employers, professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies.

This program is ideal for students who need to study or work where English is used as the language of communication.

Available at: London, Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Bournemouth, Bristol, Manchester, Dublin, Malta St. Julian's, Boston, Santa Barbara, Vancouver and Cape Town.

TOEFL & TOEIC Exam preparation:

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) measures your ability to use North American English in academic settings. The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) evaluates real-life international work setting English.

Measure your ability to use North American English in an everyday workplace or academic settings. This program is ideal for students planning North American university study, or preparing for an international career.

Available at: New York, Boston, Miami Beach, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Seattle, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Toronto and Malta St. Julian's.

Other languages exam preparation programs:

We also offer a range of widely recognized certificates in various languages.

French:

- DELF: Measures the ability to communicate in everyday situations.

- DALF: Measures understanding of French, emphasizing advanced levels of expression.

- DFP: Suitable for students with an intermediate to advanced level of French.

- DFP Tourisme et Hôtellerie B1: Certifies competence in French in the fields of tourism, the hotel industry and catering.

Available in: Paris, Nice

Spanish:

-  DELE: DELE is the only exam for non-native Spanish speakers officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry
of Education and Culture.

Available in: Barcelona, Malaga, Playa Tamarindo

German:

-  TestDaF: Used for admission to university. Recognized by every university in Germany.

-  Goethe-Zertifikat & TELC: Recognized in trade, industry and education. Measures independent command of German.

Available in: Munich, Berlin

Italian:

- CILS and CELI: Both tests are government-accredited exams for non-native Italian speakers.

Available in: Rome

Mandarin:

- HSK: A standardized test to assess Mandarin Chinese proficiency. Recognized by the People’s Republic of China and numerous countries worldwide.

Available in: Singapore

Japanese:

- JLPT: A standardized test that evaluates and certifies Japanese language proficiency.

Available in: Tokyo

Korean:

- TOPIK: The test of Proficiency in Korean is a test designed to measure the ability of non-native speakers for expression and comprehension.

Available in: Seoul

Experts in Education
EF has tailored courses to help you accelerate your English learning and score high on English tests like Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL, or TOEIC. Dedicated staff at EF will guide you to the most suitable exam whether you want to attend a university or apply for an international career.

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