The Oxford English Test from Oxford University Press is a quick and efficient way to obtain English language certification for A2-B2 level and is endorsed by the University of Oxford. The Oxford exam has been developed by experts in English language teaching of the worldly renowned Oxford University Press. Like to the Linguaskill and the APTIS exams, it is an adaptive-test that is completely computer based and supervised by Oxford exam centre invigilators, and also tests all 4 language skills (Reading, Listening, Writing and speaking).
Pros:
- reasonably priced
- short exam (only 2 hours)
- quick results and certificate in 14 days
- adaptive official exam so that you cannot fail it!
- Online demo available
- It never expires!
Cons:
- less preparation material than with Cambridge Exam English
- only A2, B1 and B2 levels
- lack of interaction in the examination process
Candidates are graded to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). It is grades 51-140 and the candidate will receive a A2-C1 level certificate.
Overview:
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OXFORD EXAM OVERVIEW |
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SKILL |
PART |
TASK |
TIME |
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Reading |
Part 1: Short text Part 2: Multiple matching Part 3: Gapped sentences Part 4: Long text |
Six short texts with a multiple choice answer Match profiles to text descriptions Six sentences inserted into longer text 3 option multiple choice questions |
35 minutes |
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Writing |
Part 1: Email Part 2: Essay, article or review |
80-130 words 100-160 words |
45 minutes |
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Speaking |
Part 1: Interview Part 2: Voicemails Part 3: Talk Part 4: Follow-up questions |
8 questions on familiar topics Respond to two voicemails Monologue on a topic Six follow-up questions on topic in part 3 |
15 minutes |
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Listening |
Part 1: Multiple choice Part 2: Note completion Part 3: Matching options Part 4: Multiple choice |
5 multiple choice questions (images) Long audio: 5 multiple-choice gaps fill Long audio: 5 multiple-choice gaps fill (opinions) 5 short monologues with a multiple choice question |
30 minutes |
Results:
Candidates are graded to Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). It is grades 51-140 and the candidate will receive a A2-B2 level certificate.
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