Bede's offers a number of intensive exams courses to allow students to obtain a professional qualification to certify their English level in preparation for future academic study or for their future career. 

All exam courses include dedicated exam preparation instead of regular English lessons and students sit the exam during their Bede's course, usually in the last week.

Intensive exam courses include :

  • Trinity GESE  (Eastbourne)
  • Cambridge B1 Preliminary (Dicker)
  • Cambridge B2 First (Lancing)
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced (Lancing) 
  • IELTS  (Brighton - Pathways to Higher Education)

Trinity GESE

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Cambridge B1 Preliminary

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Cambridge B2 First

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Cambridge C1 Advanced

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IELTS

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Trinity GESE

The Trinity GESE exams are focused on equipping people who want to develop their commnicative English speaking and listening skills for use in the real world.

The exams allow young learners to discuss their interests and opinions which help motivate and build their confidence in using the language.  The exam usually consists of a one-to-one assessment via ZOOM lasting from 5 - 25 minutes depending on the grade.

  • Bede's is an authorised Trinity Exam Centre
  • 6 different levels are available (from complete beginners to intermediate)
  • Stages 1-6 corresponding to levels A0-B1 
  • Ages 6-11
  • Available at Eastbourne
  • Course lasts 2 weeks
  • Dedicated Exam Preparation (total minimum 5 hours) instead of the Storytime lessons
  • Exam is taken at Eastbourne 
  • Exam dates Fri 12 July 2024 and Fri 02 August 2024
  • Preparation & Exam Fee: £295
  • Fee includes exam enrolment fee, preparation and certificate

Trinity GESE Exam Leaflet

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Cambridge B1 Preliminary

The Cambridge B1 Preliminary is a qualification that shows a student can deal with everyday written and spoken English at an Intermediate level.

This qualification shows that a student can; read simple textbooks and articles in English, write letters and emails on everyday subjects, tale meeting notes and show awareness of opinions and mood in spoken and written English.

The exam is usually split in to four categories: Reading - 45 minutes, Writing - 45 minutes, Listening - 30 minutes, Spekaing - 10-12 minutes per pair of candidates.

The Speaking test is taken face-to-face, with two candidates and two examiners.

  • Students must have an Intermediate level (B1) before the course starts
  • Students' level will be checked before an exam place is confirmed
  • Available at Dicker
  • Dedicated Exam Preparation instead of English Skills and Enrichment lessons
  • Exam taken on Fri 19 July 2024 at a London Cambridge exam centre
  • Preparation & Exam Fee for 2 Weeks: £445
  • Fee includes exam enrolment fee, preparation and certificate
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Cambridge B2 First

 
The Cambridge B2 First is a qualification that shows a student is becoming skilled in English. It confirms that a student can use English at an Upper Intermediate level for study and in the world of work.
 
The exam is usually split into four categories: Reading and Use of English - 75 minutes, Writing - 80 minutes, Listening - 40 minutes, Speaking - 14 minutes per pair of candidates.
 
The Speaking test is taken face-to-face, with two candidates and two examiners.
  • Students must have an Upper Intermediate level (B2) before the course starts
  • Students' level will be checked before an exam place is confirmed
  • Available at Lancing
  • Dedicated Exam Preparation instead of English Skills and Enrichment lessons
  • Exam taken on Thurs 25 July 2024 at a London Cambridge exam centre
  • 2 Week Preparation & Exam Fee: £475
  • Fee includes exam enrolment fee, preparation and certificate

Cambridge B2 First Exam Leaflet

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Cambridge C1 Advanced

 
The Cambridge C1 Advanced is a qualification that is globally accepted as proof of high achievement. It provides high level English skills for academic and professional success and enables learners to make the most out of studying, living and working in English-speaking countries.
 
The exam is usually split in to four categories: Reading and Use of English - 90 minutes, Writing - 90 minutes, Listening - 40 minutes, Speaking - 15 minutes per pair of candidates.
 
The Speaking test is taken face-to-face, with two candidates and two examiners.
  • Students must have an Advanced level (C1) before the course starts
  • Students' level will be checked before an exam place is confirmed
  • Available at Lancing
  • Dedicated Exam Preparation instead of English Skills and Enrichment lessons
  • Exam taken on Fri 26 July 2024 at a London Cambridge exam centre
  • 2 Weeks Preparation & Exam Fee £475
  • Fee includes exam enrolment fee, preparation and certificate

Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam Leaflet

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IELTS

The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) qualification is widely accepted by professional registration bodies, educational institutes and government immigration agencies as proof of English language skills. 

The exam consists of a Listening Paper (approx. 30 minutes), a Reading Paper (60 minutes), a Writing Paper (60 minutes) and a Speaking Exam (11-14 minutes). 

The Speaking exam is taken face-to-face, with one candidate and one examiner at a time. 

  • Students must have an Intermediate level (B1) before the course starts
  • Students must be at least 16 when starting the course
  • Available at Brighton - Pathways to Higher Education 
  • IELTS preparation is a 2-week course
  • only one IELTS course can be taken during the summer
  • IELTS students should stay 1 extra night (no extra charge) and depart on Sunday
  • Exam is taken at an external testing venue in Brighton
  • Exam dates: Saturday 20 July 2024 and Saturday 3 August 2024
  • The result of the exam and the test report is valid for 2 years
  • 2 weeks £495
  • Fee includes exam enrolment fee, preparation and certificate

IELTS Exam Leaflet

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