Cambridge Exam Centre
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 enrolment a charge of €65 will be incurred. No cancellations are accepted after the closing date.
Apply for your exam
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.
C1 Advanced (CAE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) provide assessment of general communication at the higher levels of the CEFR.
The Language Centre will run the following exams in 2027
| Cambridge examination | Exam date | Speaking will take place on a date to be confirmed between: | Closing date | Fees |
B1 Preliminary (PET)
| 08 May (Sat) 27 Jul (Tue) 02 Dec (Thu) | 30/04 - 09/05 23/07 - 01/08 26/11 - 05/12 | 02 Apr 27 23 Jun 27 29 Oct 27 | €190
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B2 First (FCE)
| 17 Apr (Sat) 15 May (Sat) 08 Jun (Tue) 29 Jul (Thu) 23 Nov (Tue) | 09/04 - 18/04 07/05 - 16/05 04/06 - 13/06 23/07 - 01/08 19/11 - 28/11 | 10 Mar 27 08 Apr 27 04 May 27 25 Jun 27 20 Oct 27 | €230
|
B2 First for Schools (FCE)
| 12 May (Wed) 19 May (Wed) | 07/05 - 16/05 14/05 - 23/05 | 07 Apr 27 14 Apr 27 | €230
|
C1 Advanced (CAE)
| 17 Apr (Sat) 11 May (Tue) 09 Jun (Wed) 30 Jul (Fri) 24 Nov (Wed) | 09/04 - 18/04 07/05 - 16/05 04/06 - 13/06 23/07 - 01/08 19/11 - 28/11 | 10 Mar 27 06 Apr 27 05 May 27 25 Jun 27 21 Oct 27 | €240
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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
