Intermediate and advanced Cambridge C1 exam preparation courses, available both in person and online

Did you know that with the Cambridge C1 exam, you can obtain certificates at intermediate, advanced, or even native-level proficiency? This exam can help you study or live abroad, and it is even accepted for visa applications. Whatever your goal may be, IH’s exam preparation courses will help you prepare effectively, so with us, you’ll be fully ready!

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Why choose IH's exam preparation courses?

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Everything you need for a successful language exam

Our exam preparation courses closely follow the components of the Cambridge C1 exam, so you'll learn everything needed for the best possible exam performance.

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Continuous feedback from our preparation instructors

Throughout the course, you'll receive continuous feedback on your progress, how to get the most out of the course, and what steps you can take to further improve your skills.

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Course(s) when and how you want them

Our 36-hour semi-intensive afternoon course (Monday-Wednesday-Friday) provides the essential knowledge, but also requires additional practice outside of class. Meanwhile, our 60-hour course (Monday to Friday) offers extra learning materials and practice opportunities, with in-person attendance on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

CAE preparation

CAE preparation
150 000
HUF
/60 hours

Sign up for our CAE preparation course and be confident on exam day!

Number of hours
60 hours - 3 weeks
Frequency
Every weekday, 4 sessions of 45 minutes each.
Sessions
On weekdays, between 09:00 and 19:00.
Location
1024 Budapest, Retek utca 26. / Online

Discounts:

  • If you have already studied with us: 5%
  • If multiple students register at the same time: 5%

Note:

  • The discounts can be combined (up to a maximum of 10%)

Schedule

DayWeekSession 1
 
Session 2
 
Session 3
 
Session 4
 
MondayW1IntroductionsExam overviewDiagnostic Listening
W2Use of English strategies and practiceWriting strategies and practice
W3Writing strategies and practiceUse of English strategies and practice
TuesdayW1Listening practice & feedbackLanguage input
W2Language inputSpeaking practice and feedback
W3Listening practice and feedbackWriting practice and feedback
WednesdayW1Diagnostic Reading & Use of EnglishSpeaking strategies and practice
W2Reading strategies and practiceMock Speaking exam
W3Listening strategiesMock listening
exam
Mock writing exam
ThursdayW1Language inputUse of English practice and
feedback
W2Reading practice and feedbackLanguage input
W3Language inputUse of English strategies and practice
FridayW1Reading strategies and practiceSpeaking strategies and practice
W2Writing strategies and practiceListening strategies and practice
W3Mock Reading & Use of English examFeedback and course review

Written and spoken exam dates

Computer exam

Written:2025.02.22., 2025.03.01.
Spoken:Depends on center
Course start date:2025. február

Paper-based exam

Written:Kiírásra vár.
Spoken:Depends on center
Course start date:2025. február

Simple application procedure

1
Online test

Free, online, about 30 minutes

2
Speaking test

Online or in-person

3
Trial lesson

You can try the class for free before joining

4
Registration

You can register for the class after the trial lesson. 

Language learning is not just about studying grammar!
Our courses offer the following:

Learning

Grammar, vocabulary, expressions, building sentences, pronunciation, technical language for your work.

Practice

Exercises, tasks, and games using the target language you learned.

Guidance

Feedback on your development and guidance for your growth.

Building confidence

You can use your language skills, and practise it through communicative activities and build confidence.

Developing skills

Improve in listening, reading, writing, speaking - in everything!

Evaluation

Assessments and evaluations tailored to your current level for your development.

Frequently asked questions

You can find the answers you need in our frequently asked questions.

For Cambridge candidates
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Who are Cambridge exams for?

For anyone who needs to prove their English beyond Hungary — for university applications abroad, scholarship applications or an international workplace. From Pre A1 Starters to C2 Proficiency there is a suitable exam for every age and level.

For Cambridge candidates
What if I don't pass?

You can retake the exam at any time: simply apply for the next scheduled exam date. Your statement of results always shows where you stand in each skill — a good starting point for further preparation, which our exam preparation courses can also help with.

For Cambridge candidates
How long does it take to get my results?

Typically 5–10 days for a computer-based exam and around 2 months for a paper-based one. The certificate arrives about 6 weeks after a computer-based exam and about 3 months after a paper-based one.

For Cambridge candidates
I don't know which level suits me — what should I do?

Take our free online placement test: you'll have your result in 5–10 minutes, from A1 to C2. If you'd like a more precise picture, a real examiner assesses both your written and your spoken performance in the mock exam.

For Cambridge candidates
I have a further question — who can I contact?

Write to us: Cambridgevizsga@ih.hu

For Cambridge candidates

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How to apply

Applying is easy – it only takes a few simple steps!

If you're a returning student

If you completed one of our courses in the last few months, send an email to info@ih.hu and we'll check your details and take care of your registration.

If you're a new student

Take our online placement test and we'll contact you to arrange a free speaking assessment. After that, we'll tell you everything you need to know about our courses.