C2 Proficiency, formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE), is one of the Cambridge English Qualifications. It is the highest-level qualification – proof that the course takers have become highly competent speakers of English.
A C2 Proficiency qualification shows the world that course takers have mastered English to an exceptional level. It proves course takers can communicate with the fluency and sophistication of a highly competent English speaker.
Preparing for and passing the exam means that the course takers have the level of English that’s needed to study or work in a very senior professional or academic environment, for example on a postgraduate or Ph.D. programme.
◈ Study demanding subjects at the highest level, including postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes.
◈ Negotiate and persuade effectively at the senior management level in international business settings.
◈ Understand the main ideas of complex pieces of writing.
◈ Talk about complex or sensitive issues, and deal confidently with difficult questions.
◈ This is Cambridge English’s highest-level exam. Passing it proves that the course takers have mastered English to an exceptional level.
◈ Helps the course takers to develop the English skills needed to succeed in very high-level academic or professional environments with minimal preparation.