LANGUAGECERT EXAM
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Intro
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WHY CHOOSE LANGUAGECERT?
LANGUAGECERT is dedicated to the development of high-quality, internationally recognised language examinations designed to support candidates in advancing their careers and broadening their academic and professional opportunities. Its assessments are carefully structured to evaluate language proficiency while enhancing long-term life prospects.
Reliable
LANGUAGECERT is founded on a commitment to excellence, consistency, and integrity, delivering assessments that adhere to rigorous international standards and ensure accuracy, fairness, and credibility.
Innovative
LANGUAGECERT employs cutting-edge assessment methodologies and flexible administrative technologies, offering a modern, efficient, and candidate-focused testing experience.
Recognised
LANGUAGECERT qualifications are widely acknowledged by government authorities, professional organisations, and higher education institutions worldwide, reinforcing their global relevance and acceptance.
EXAM STRUCTURE
LISTENING - 40 MINS APPROX.
30 QUESTIONS
Part 1 – Candidates listen to a series of incomplete dialogues and select the most appropriate response or continuation from three multiple-choice options.
Part 2 – Candidates listen to five short conversations and choose the correct answer from three multiple-choice options for each question.
Part 3 – Candidates listen to a podcast or academic lecture and complete a set of gap-fill questions, using no more than three words for each answer.
Part 4 – Candidates listen attentively to a group discussion or debate and respond to six multiple-choice questions, each with three possible options.
READING - 50 MINS APPROX.
Part 1a – Candidates read six individual sentences and select the most suitable word from three options to replace the highlighted word or phrase in each sentence.
Part 1b – Candidates read a short text containing five missing words and choose the correct option from three choices to complete each gap accurately.
Part 2 – Candidates read a text from which six sentences have been removed and select the appropriate sentences from a set of eight options to restore coherence and meaning.
Part 3 – Candidates read four short texts on a shared theme and answer questions that require identifying and comparing specific information across the texts.
Part 4 – Candidates read a longer, academically structured text presenting an argument and answer six multiple-choice questions, each with four answer options.
WRITING - 60 MINS APPROX.
Part 1: Candidates are required to produce a 150–200 word academic report or article in response to a provided infographic. The response should clearly articulate a position or perspective, supported by relevant analysis, justification, and argumentation, as appropriate to the task.
Part 2 – Candidates must write an approximately 250-word discursive academic text on a given topic. The task requires candidates to persuade, argue, or hypothesise, demonstrating the ability to express opinions, evaluations, reasoning, and critical judgement in a structured and coherent manner.
SPEAKING (FOUR PARTS – CONDUCTED BY AN INTERLOCUTOR)
Part 1: Interview: Candidates introduce themselves by stating and spelling their name, providing their country of origin, and responding to up to five introductory questions covering a range of general topic areas.
Part 3: Read Aloud: Candidates are given 30 seconds to prepare before reading a short academic text aloud. This is followed by a set of related follow-up questions assessing comprehension and spoken accuracy.
Part 2: Role Play: Candidates participate in two academic-context role plays, responding appropriately to prompts and independently initiating interaction based on scenarios presented by the interlocutor.
Part 4: Presentation: Candidates prepare and deliver a two-minute presentation on an academic-related topic in response to a stimulus provided by the interlocutor. One minute is allocated for preparation, followed by up to two minutes of speaking and a brief question-and-answer session.
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