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B1 Preliminary (PET)

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A B1 Preliminary (PET) qualification shows that you have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday use.

The B2 Preliminary certificate shows that you can:

  • read simple textbooks and articles in English
  • write letters and emails on everyday subjects
  • take meeting notes
  • show awareness of opinions and mood in spoken and written English

B1 Preliminary Digital tutorial

Please watch the tutorial to familiarise yourself with the functions of the platform and to be well prepared for the exam day.


Preparation needed?

Are you interested in a proper preparation for the exam? Simply give us a call or fill out the contact form to make a free appointment for a detailed consultation. You can do a full course to increase your language level or just a few hours to prepare for the exam. Together we will find out your right level and can start planning your course immediately!

Dates and Fees

Click to expand and see all exam dates as well as the registration deadlines and prices. Please note that real-time availability will only be checked once you clicked on the button “Registration”.

B1 Preliminary (PET)
Date
Type
Registration Deadline
Results Release Window
Price
Details
Date:
Thu 17.10.2024
Type:
digital
Registration Deadline:
07.10.2024
Results:
24.10.2024 -
31.10.2024
24.10 - 31.10
Price:
265 €
Date:
Thu 15.05.2025
Type:
digital
Registration Deadline:
05.05.2025
Results:
22.05.2025 -
29.05.2025
22.05 - 29.05
Price:
215 €
Date:
Thu 16.10.2025
Type:
digital
Registration Deadline:
06.10.2025
Results:
23.10.2025 -
30.10.2025
23.10 - 30.10
Price:
210 €

Registration

Here you can book your Cambridge English exam in Vienna. Please note that you will need a valid ID document to complete your booking. You will get all payment details to pay the exam fee (via bank transfer) at the end of this booking process.

B1 Preliminary Scores

You will receive a separate score for each of the four skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) and use of English, giving you a clear understanding of your performance.

The weighting of all four skills is the same (25%). These four scores are averaged to give you an overall result for the exam.

Depending on which university, college or organisation you are applying to, you may be asked to achieve a specific score or grade, either overall or for a particular skill. For B1 Preliminary, the following scores will be used to report results:

Cambridge English Scale ScoreGradeCEFR level
160–170Grade AB2
153–159Grade BB1
140–152Grade CB1
120–139Level A2A2

The exam is targeted at Level B1 of the CEFR. The examination also provides reliable assessment at the level above B1 (Level B2) and the level below (Level A2).

Scores between 102 and 119 are also reported on your Statement of Results, but you will not receive the Preliminary English Test certificate.

Results and Certificates

Your results will be available online within 5-10 working days for digital exams and approximately 4-6 weeks after paper-based exams. About 2-3 weeks later, your certificate will be sent from Cambridge/UK to Vienna – you will be automatically informed once your certificate has arrived and is ready to be picked up at the Institute.

To access your results, you have to register using the ID Number and Secret Number provided on your Confirmation of Entry. After that you can login and check as well as share your results. Online Results Service for Candidates

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Standardised Exams

Cambridge exams are designed to ensure standardised test conditions for people of all linguistic backgrounds and nationalities and are supported by a dedicated global research programme.

The exam covers all four language skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) and knowledge of grammar and vocabulary.

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Worldwide Recognition

Cambridge English certificates are recognised by Universities and leading employers globally. For example: Deloitte. Ernst and Young, Marks and Spencer, HSBC, Juilliard and Freie Universität Berlin.

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