FCE
Education & Academia abbreviation · Standardized Test
| Stands for | First Certificate in English |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
FCE stands for First Certificate in English, a standardized test abbreviation.
Cambridge English exam at upper-intermediate level (CEFR B2), officially renamed B2 First, covering reading and use of English, writing, listening and speaking. It is widely taken in Europe and Latin America to prove working-level English for jobs and study.
Example: Her CV lists Cambridge FCE, grade A, alongside native Spanish.
Usage notes
Results are reported on the Cambridge English Scale, and a grade A shows ability at C1 level. Cambridge certificates do not expire, although employers and universities may set their own recency rules. Many candidates and employers still use the old FCE name.
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