Cambridge Preliminary English Test (PET)

These are the world's leading range of certificates for learners of English and are offered in five different levels. They all measure the ability of the learners to use the different language structures and function in everyday life situations. The different levels of the exams are based on a scale on 1-5 (Level 1: knowledge in English is low; Level 5: proficient knowledge in English). The sequence of examinations is not compulsory; it is possible for one to determine their own knowledge and to pass the exam for a certain level accordingly.

Level

Low (2); PET is specially designed for people whose English is adequate for many practical purposes, including work, study and social interaction. Level B1 of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Structure of exams

  • Listening (approx. 30 minutes)
  • Reading and writing (approx. 90 minutes)
  • Speaking (approx. 10 minutes)


Results

Pass with Merit, Pass, Narrow Fail, Fail

Period of validity

No temporal delimitation


Current information about examination dates, place and fees can be found on the following website:

University of Campridge - Esol Examinations