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Exam Preparation courses

Find the official language exam preparation course to help you reach your goals

Language certificate preparation courses

An official language certificate is a key asset. Its advantages include standing out from the crowd in a sea of job applicants, enabling you to get a fulfilling job at an international company or being able to opt out of the language test to enter university abroad. Our ESL partner schools have plenty of experience in preparing students to obtain official language certificates. Among their course selection, you can choose specific exam preparation courses to give you all the confidence you need on the big day.

Key information

Course duration:
1+ weeks
Minimum age:
16
Class size:
12-15
Entry level:
Depends on chosen exam

Why take an exam preparation course abroad?

  • An official language certificate is a passport to your future - it can help you stand out in the working world and improve your career opportunities in an international environment or enter a foreign university.
  • Combining language immersion with high-quality exam practice and training is a fast ticket to success in reaching your objectives
  • You’ll study and make friends with other international students who’ll share your same language goals
Why choose ESL?
Best price guarantee

Get the price difference refunded if you find a better deal for the same programme with another agency or directly with the school.  

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Free counseling and A-Z services

Our teams are experts in language travel and their experience in the industry is both professional and personal.

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Quality control

We select partner language schools according to strict criteria – high-quality facilities, small class sizes at a range of levels, great location, first-class teaching and an exciting activities program, among other aspects. 

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Official English exams and certificates

Official English certificates are issued either by the British or the American (United States) educational system and recognised internationally. These tests can be taken on fixed dates in some of our English language partner schools around the world.

Available exams

Available exams

Official English exams and certificates
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Official German exams and certificates

An official certificate measuring your level of German is an important asset for your résumé that will be highly valued by potential employers. Which certificate is the right choice for you? The Goethe Institute and TELC award official, internationally recognised German certificates

 

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Available exams

Official German exams and certificates
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Official French exams and certificates

The DELF and the DALF are official diplomas issued by the French Ministry for National Education to certify French language skills for foreign students. The DELF and the DALF are made up of 6 individual diplomas, corresponding to the 6 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

 

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Available exams

Official French exams and certificates
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Official Italian exams and certificates

Recognised internationally, Italian certificates will benefit anyone hoping to develop relationships with Italian businesses or undertake studies in a higher education institution in Italy.

 

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Available exams

Official Italian exams and certificates
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Official Spanish exams and certificates

The Spanish as a Foreign Language Diplomas (DELE) are the official diplomas for recognising different levels of competence and mastery of the Spanish language. They are presented by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of the Spanish Minister for Education and Science.

 

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Available exams

Official Spanish exams and certificates
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Official Chinese exams and certificates

Officially recognised by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, the HSK national diploma attests various levels of competence and command of Chinese.

 

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Available exams

Official Chinese exams and certificates
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Official Russian exams and certificates

The TEOU, TBOU and TRKI are official diplomas issued by the Russian Ministry of Education for people with a native language other than Russian.

 

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Available exams

Official Russian exams and certificates
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Official Portuguese exams and certificates

Having an official certificate of Portuguese under your belt will open up new professional opportunities for you, whether in Portugal, Brazil or in the former Portuguese colonies in Africa, Angola and Mozambique.

 

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Available exams

Official Portuguese exams and certificates

Frequently asked questions about exam preparation courses

How do I know what my level is and what course I should take?

All of our partner schools offer an evaluation test on the first day or pre-arrival. They usually divide students into groups based on current ability with the target language, which is vital to help you feel at ease and ensure you make consistent progress. It’s also what will make the course effective and interesting. To best advise on how you can reach your objectives and tailor courses to your needs, ESL also offers this service during your consultancy interview.

Can I take the exam at my chosen destination for my course abroad?

Some of our partner schools are also test centres, so you will be able to take the exam at the same school where you do your exam prep course. If your chosen school doesn’t offer the test, our ESL expert advisors will help you choose the right dates to be able to take the exam in your destination, ideally straight after the course.


 

How long do exam preparation courses last?

Exam prep courses typically last between 4 and 12 weeks. However, the length of your course will largely depend on the level you want to have recognised, your current level and the amount of work you want to put into your studies during your time abroad. Our ESL consultants will be able to give you a realistic time frame based on your level, preferences and goals.

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