Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation

Question 1 (Q1): I've got some questions that I've written down that I'd like to ask you.
Answer 1 (A1):Ok.

Q2: At what level should I currently be studying to enter the CAE Preparation Course?
A2: We highly recommend that you are at least in upper intermediate, like high-level upper intermediate, going through to advanced plus and that will give you the greatest advantage to get a good result.

Q3: Ok. How is the course structured?
A3: We cover all the skills that you have in the CAE test so the receptive skills of reading and listening, the productive skills of writing and speaking, and then of course use of English which is the grammar, and that also covers vocabulary. So we cover these every week, each skill, each part of each paper. And of course we try to make it as much fun in the classroom as we possibly can but there are certain times we are really quite serious about things. And of course you do have your two hours of homework every day.

Q4: Ok. And for what reason should one do the class?
A4: The "Can Do" statement that has been released by Cambridge, it actually will give you, if you pass the CAE test, the opportunity to stand on any world stage and perform at a very high business level. So you should be able to attend any seminar, speak confidently, and also write any paper that you need to present in that particular forum. And of course you can enter a variety of Universities throughout the world with your CAE.

Q5: Is there a special coursebook for the candidates to work from?
A5: Yes we do have a coursebook. It's a 10-module coursebook and again it covers all the skills that you need to pass CAE. It's a very complete coursebook with all the grammar structures, the writing styles, etc., but of course we supplement this. So whatever particular grammar point you're doing that week, we will give you extra work to do to cover that and then lots of interactive activities with your peers.

Q6: Ok. And do we get the chance to practice tests?
A6: Yes we have two set mock tests which we do halfway through the course and then just before you do your final exam, and you get lots of extra practice papers to do on the weekend in that time.

Q7: Do BROWNS students get good marks on tests?
A7: Yes, of course we do. We are very happy about our reputation here at BROWNS. We put a lot of effort into your studies, and if you put the same amount of effort in, we are very secure about what your pass will be.