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C2 Proficiency is our most advanced qualification. It shows that students have the English skills to study demanding subjects at the highest level, including postgraduate and PhD programmes.
This exam is the logical next step in a student’s language-learning journey after C1 Advanced.
These are just a few of the leading organisations that accept C2 Proficiency:
A C2 Proficiency qualification demonstrates that students have mastered English to an exceptional level, and are able to communicate with the fluency and sophistication of a highly competent English speaker.
C2 Proficiency helped me get into my dream drama school and gave me the confidence to perform in English in front of thousands of people
C2 Proficiency is a test of all areas of language ability and uses tasks that reflect situations found in everyday life or study.
Our global network of test centres allows students to typically take C2 Proficiency in their own country. This means your selection procedure is accessible to all applicants, wherever they may be, and quick and convenient for your staff.
Students can choose to take the paper-based or the computer-based version of the exam. The Speaking test is face-to-face with at least one other candidate. The paired format means candidates experience a more authentic exercise in communication, which gives a more reliable measure of their ability to use English.
C2 Proficiency is targeted at CEFR Level C2 (Cambridge English Scale: 200–230). The exam also provides reliable assessment at the level below C2 (Level C1).
The following scores are used to report results.
The overall score is calculated by averaging the scores achieved in Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking and Use of English. The weighting of each of the four skills and Use of English is equal.
The Statement of Results contains the following information:
View sample Statement of Results for C2 Proficiency