English level B2
- He/she understands the main ideas of difficult texts both with specific and abstract ideas, including expert discussions about areas of specialisation.
- He/she can understand fluently and spontaneously enough that he can satisfactorily conduct regular dialogue with native speakers without greater effort on both sides.
- He/she can formulate a clear detailed text about a wide range of topics, explain a position regarding particular issues and state the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
- Skřivánek language levels: advanced.
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English language exams for level B2
Cambridge English: First (FCE)
General English exam at level B2
- the exam includes:
- reading and using the language (75 minutes);
- writing (80 minutes);
- listening (approximately 40 minutes);
- oral testing (14 minutes, conducted with two or three candidates)
Cambridge English: First for Schools (FCE)
General English exam for pupils at level B2
The exam includes:
- reading and using the language (75 minutes);
- writing (80 minutes);
- listening (approximately 40 minutes);
- oral testing (14 minutes, conducted with two or three candidates)
Cambridge English: Business Vantage (BEC Vantage)
This exam tests knowledge of business English at level B2
The exam includes:
- reading (60 minutes);
- writing (45 minutes);
- listening (approximately 40 minutes);
- oral testing (14 minutes, conducted in pairs).
TOEFL iBT®
Test of English as a Foreign Language
General English exam for candidates at level B1 and higher especially in an academic context
- the level of proficiency is determined by a point score;
- the candidate must achieve 72-94 points for level B2;
- the test result is valid for 2 years;
- the exam includes:
- listening (41–57 minutes);
- reading (54–72 minutes);
- writing (50 minutes);
- oral testing (17 minutes).
TOEFL® EssentialsTM
Test of English as a Foreign Language
General English exam for candidates from level A0 up to C2 especially in an academic context
- shorter and easier version of TOEFL iBT®
- the level of proficiency is determined by a point score;
- the candidate must achieve 8-9.5 points for level B2;
- the test result is valid for 2 years;
- the exam includes:
- listening (21–34 minutes);
- reading (22–33 minutes);
- writing (24-30 minutes);
- oral testing (13 minutes).
TOEIC® Listening and Reading
Test of English for International Communication
- this exam tests the ability to communicate in an international work environment;
- level is determined according to a point score from A1-C1;
- listening test (approximately 45 minutes), reading test (75 minutes);
- the test result is valid for 2 years.
TOEIC® Speaking and Writing
Test of English for International Communication
- this exam tests the ability to communicate in an international work environment;
- level is determined according to a point score from A1-C1;
- writing test (approximately 60 minutes), oral test (20 minutes);
- the test result is valid for 2 years.
IELTS – 5.5–6.5
International English Language Testing System
General English exam at level A2 and higher
- the level of proficiency is determined by a point score;
- the candidate must achieve 5.5–6.5 points for level B2;
- candidates can choose between the Academic or General module,
- the exam includes:
- listening (30 minutes);
- reading (60 minutes);
- writing (60 minutes);
- oral testing (11-14 minutes).
LanguageCert International ESOL B2 Communicator
General English exam at level B2
- the exam focuses on the practical use of language in authentic situations;
- the written and oral tests of the exam can be taken separately;
- the exam includes:
- listening (30 minutes);
- reading and writing (130 minutes);
- oral testing (13 minutes).
telc English B1-B2
The European Language Certificates
General English exam at level B1-B2
The exam includes:
- reading (40 minutes)
- use of language (20 minutes)
- listening (25 minutes)
- writing (30 minutes)
- oral testing (15 minutes, conducted in pairs)
telc English B1-B2 Business
The European Language Certificates
Business English exam at level B1-B2
The exam includes:
- reading (40 minutes)
- use of language (20 minutes)
- listening (25 minutes)
- writing (30 minutes)
- oral testing (16 minutes, conducted in pairs)
telc English B1-B2 School
The European Language Certificates
General English exam at level B1-B2 for students from age 15 to 18
The exam includes:
- reading (40 minutes)
- use of language (20 minutes)
- listening (25 minutes)
- writing (30 minutes)
- oral testing (15 minutes, conducted in pairs)
telc English B2
The European Language Certificates
General English exam at level B2
The exam includes:
- reading and use of language (90 minutes)
- listening (20 minutes)
- writing (30 minutes)
- oral testing (15 minutes, conducted in groups of up to four candidates)
telc English B2 Business
The European Language Certificates
Business English exam at level B2
The exam includes:
- reading (60 minutes)
- use of language (30 minutes)
- listening (30 minutes)
- writing (60 minutes)
- oral testing (15 minutes, conducted in pairs)
telc English B2 School
The European Language Certificates
General English exam at level B2 for students from age 17 to 19
The exam includes:
- reading and use of language (90 minutes)
- listening (20 minutes)
- writing (30 minutes)
- oral testing (10 minutes, conducted in pairs)
telc English B2 Technical
The European Language Certificates
Business English exam at level B2 in technical areas such as chemistry, electronics, energy and the environment, communication technology and mechanical engineering
The exam includes:
- reading and use of language (90 minutes)
- listening (60 minutes)
- writing a fax or email (25 minutes)
- oral testing (20 minutes, individual exam)
telc English B2- C1 Business
The European Language Certificates
Business English exam at level B2-C1
The exam includes:
- reading (50 minutes)
- use of language (20 minutes)
- listening (40 minutes)
- writing (60 minutes)
- oral testing (20 minutes, conducted in pairs)
telc English B2- C1 University
The European Language Certificates
Business English exam at level B2-C1 for young adults who are interested in studying at English-speaking colleges or universities, and for people who have already begun their studies or are working in an academic field
The exam includes:
- reading (50 minutes)
- use of language (20 minutes)
- listening (40 minutes)
- writing (60 minutes)
- oral testing (20 minutes)
Standardized exam JASPEX - level B2
Standardized exam tests knowledge of the English language at level B2
The exam includes:
- a written test - reading comprehension, listening, use of language and writing (120 minutes)
- an oral test (approximately 10-15 minutes)
ECL B2
European Consortium for the Certificate of Attainment in Modern Languages B2
General English exam at level B2 for candidates from 14 years of age
The exam includes:
- listening (approximately 25-30 minutes)
- reading (45 minutes)
- writing (60 minutes)
- oral testing (13-15 minutes for an individual exam, 18-20 minutes for an exam in pairs and 28-30 minutes for an exam in a group of three candidates)
State Language Exam Basic
General English exam at level B2
- minimum number of guided learning hours: approximately 2000-2500
- the exam is organized by language schools with accreditation for state language examinations throughout the Czech Republic
- the exam includes:
- written part
- reading (55-60 minutes),
- writing (85 minutes),
- listening (35-40 minutes),
- use of language (55 minutes)
- oral test (15-20 minutes)
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