Important information
All exams will run subject to numbers and closing dates are subject to change by Cambridge. Please allow sufficient time to enroll for your exam.
Any entries received after the closing date will be subject to a €65 late entry fee.
Should you wish to change your exam level after enrollment a charge of €65 will be incurred. No cancelations are accepted after the closing date.
Apply for your exam
A2 Key (KET)
Key is a great first step in communicating in English.
It is an elementary-level qualification for basic everyday written and spoken English at Level A2 of the CEFR.
B1 Preliminary (PET)
Learners who need practical English for everyday use choose Cambridge English: Preliminary.
At Level B1 of the CEFR, this qualification gives them the skills they need to communicate effectively in work, study or travel settings.
B2 First (FCE)
This qualification shows that the learner has achieved a good level of skills in English and is ready for success in the real world.
It is at CEFR Level B2 which means it is suitable for intermediate study such as foundation and pathway courses, or for starting work in an English-speaking environment.
C2 Proficiency (CPE) and C1 Advanced (CAE)
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) and Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) provide assessment of general communication at the higher levels of the CEFR.
More information on C2 Proficiency (CPE)
More information on C1 Advanced (CAE)
The Language Centre will run the following exams in 2025
Cambridge examination |
Exam date |
Speaking will take place on a date to be confirmed between: |
Closing date |
Fees |
B1 Preliminary (PET)
|
08 Mar (Sat) 10 May (Sat) 05 Jun (Thu) 22 Jul (Tue) 04 Dec (Thu) |
28/02 - 09/03 02/05 - 11/05 30/05 - 08/06 08/07 - 27/07 28/11 - 07/12 |
31 Jan 25 02 Apr 25 01 May 25 18 Jun 25 31 Oct 25
|
€175 |
B2 First (FCE)
|
01 Mar (Sat) 12 Apr (Sat) 17 May (Sat) 10 Jun (Tue) 24 Jul (Thu) 25 Nov (Tue) |
21/02 - 02/03 04/04 - 13/04 09/05 - 18/05 06/06 - 15/06 18/07 - 27/07 21/11 - 30/11 |
24 Jan 25 07 Mar 25 08 Apr 25 06 May 25 21 Jun 25 22 Oct 25 |
€220 |
B2 First for Schools (FCE)
|
14 May (Wed) |
09/05 - 18/05 |
07 Apr 25 |
€220 |
C1 Advanced (CAE)
|
19 Feb (Wed) 12 Apr (Sat) 13 May (Tue) 04 Jun (Wed) 25 Jul (Fri) 15 Nov (Sat) 06 Dec (Sat) |
14/02 - 23/02 04/04 - 13/04 09/05 - 18/05 30/05 - 08/06 18/07 - 27/07 07/11 - 16/11 28/11 - 07/12 |
16 Jan 25 07 Mar 25 04 Apr 25 01 May 25 20 Jun 25 10 Oct 25 03 Nov 25
|
€230 |
Send a completed application form to language.centre@ul.ie (or postal address below) along with proof of payment.
Important information on exams
All exams will run subject to numbers and closing dates are subject to change by Cambridge. Please allow sufficient time to enroll for your exam.
Any entries received after the closing date will be subject to a €65 late entry fee.
Should you wish to change your exam level after enrollment a charge of €65 will be incurred.
No cancellations are accepted after the closing date.
How to pay
Methods of Payment | Details |
1. Bank Transfer |
Please email us for Bank details |
2. Bank Draft | Irish or International bank draft made payable to the University of Limerick Language Centre |
ULLC will confirm that payment has been received by sending a receipt as well as full joining instructions. In addition a timetable for the day of your exam will also be sent to you.
Important payment information
Address for correspondence: University of Limerick Language Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
Tel No.: +353 61 202 777 or +353 61 233 237
Email: language.centre@ul.ie