English: Cambridge English Qualification Courses - Come study at Maastricht University!

If you are interested in improving your English to a high level and gaining a Cambridge certificate follow the Cambridge Exam Qualification courses.

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Courses

For over 25 years, the Language Centre’s Cambridge English courses have provided expert guidance and personalized support to more than 1,000 UM employees, students and external clients. Our specialized preparation programmes have been developed to help you improve your English language proficiency and reach your personal and professional goals. These courses aim to equip you with the practical language skills and exam techniques required to achieve a globally recognized Cambridge English Qualification.

Cambridge B2 First
Cambridge C1 Advanced
Cambridge C2 Proficiency

Fast facts

Levels offered: B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency
Course duration: Oct- May or Feb to Nov (no classes in July and August)
Classes: 24 sessions of 2 hours per week
Additonal Study: at least 2 hours per lesson

Admission and costs

Registration Process:

Send an e-mail to: language-intake-eng@maastrichtuniversity.nl requesting an appointment and online test for the Cambridge courses.
You will be invited to a short online interview with an English teacher to discuss the courses before you register.

Costs (excluding exam fee & books):

UM students € 525
UM employees, UM Alumni, and other participants:
- B2 First: € 1250
- C1 Advanced: € 1350
- C2 Proficiency: € 1450

Cambridge English courses primarily focus on improving your English one complete level on the CEFR scale. The end of course exam is optional, therefore, the exam fees are not included in the course price. However, we do encourage exam participation to obtain an internationally recognized Cambridge certificate.

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Benefits of Cambridge English Qualifications at the B2, C1, or C2 level.

Global Opportunities: Cambridge English Qualifications are globally recognized, opening doors to universities, employment and immigration in many countries.
Career Prospects: Employers in the Netherlands and worldwide value Cambridge English certificates as proof of your language skills.
Academic Excellence: Many universities require these qualifications for admission, especially for international students.
Personal Growth: Improves your cognitive skills, boosts your confidence and expands your cultural understanding.
Credibility and Recognition: Cambridge English is a trusted name in language assessment globally. Your qualification carries weight and demonstrates your commitment to excellence.

Further details of where Cambridge English qualifications are accepted can be found at https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/why-choose-us/global-recognition/

Certificate and ECTS credits

Depending on Faculty policies the following credits may be awarded

Cambridge English: B2 First 3,5 ECTS.
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced 4 ECTS.
Cambridge English: C2 Proficiency 4,5 ECTS.

Please note that primarily the Language Centre Cambridge courses aim to improve the participants’ level of English to enable them to pass the optional examination at the end of the course. We encourage everyone to take the exam in order to gain an internationally recognized certificate from Cambridge English. However, as the exam is optional the Cambridge examination fees are not included in the price of the course.

Cambridge B2: First (E-FCE)

B2 First: Proves you can handle everyday situations when working in English speaking environments. You’ll be able to understand the main ideas in a complex text, you can produce clear and detailed prose and you’ll be able to interact with native speakers with a degree of fluency and spontaneity.

Target Audience: Students, professionals, or anyone aiming to demonstrate an upper intermediate level of English for work, study, or immigration purposes.

Benefits: Shows you can handle everyday situations in English, understand the main points in written texts, and write basic texts clearly. It's often required for university admissions in some countries and can enhance career prospects in different administrative departments.

Opportunities: Administrative positions, further and higher education in English-speaking environments, and demonstrating English proficiency for visa applications.

Required materials

Cambridge C1: Advanced (E-CAE)

C1 Advanced: Shows you have an advanced level of fluency and are able to communicate effectively in complex situations. You will be able to understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts and recognize implicit meaning. Ideas will be expressed fluently and language used flexibly for social, academic and professional purposes.

Target Audience: Individuals seeking to demonstrate a higher level of English for academic or professional purposes, such as university admission, professional development or advanced job roles.

Benefits: Shows fluency and accuracy in English, the ability to understand complex texts, and to express ideas effectively in writing. Widely recognized by universities and employers globally.

Opportunities: University admission in English-speaking countries, professional roles requiring advanced English skills, and competitive job opportunities in international organizations.

Required materials

Cambridge C2: Proficiency (E-CPE)

C2 Proficiency: Demonstrates mastery of the English language in the most demanding professional roles and academic programs. It demonstrates the user has the fluency and sophistication of a near-native speaker and is in fact the highest-level qualification for non-native speakers of English. Successful completion of this course and the final examination provides proof to employers and educational establishments that you are highly competent in using all aspects of the English language.

Target Audience: Individuals seeking to demonstrate a higher level of English for academic or professional purposes, such as university admission, professional development or advanced job roles.

Benefits: Shows fluency and accuracy in English, the ability to understand complex texts, and to express ideas effectively in writing. Widely recognized by universities and employers globally.

Opportunities: University admission in English-speaking countries, professional roles requiring advanced English skills, and competitive job opportunities in international organizations.