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IELTS vs Cambridge English (FCE, CAE, CPE)

Cambridge English exams offer a certificate that never expires, unlike IELTS which is valid for 2 years.

Score Comparison

Test / CriteriaEquivalent / Details
IELTS 5.0-6.0FCE (B2 First)
IELTS 6.5-7.5CAE (C1 Advanced)
IELTS 8.0-9.0CPE (C2 Proficiency)

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