Cambridge Assessment English examinations in North Macedonia

All candidates participating in the paper-based and/or computer-based C1 Advanced (CAE) and C2 Proficiency (CPE) examinations are required to have their photograph taken on the day of their test.

This new regulation is one of a series of measures that have been introduced by Cambridge English in order to further enhance the security and integrity of the Cambridge English exams.

Please note the following:

• This regulation applies to the CAE and CPE examinations administered by the Hellenic American Union Center for Examinations and Certifications; it does not apply to versions of Cambridge English examinations that are intended “for schools”.
• Photographs will be taken either on the day of the candidates’ speaking test or on the day of their written test.
• Photographs will be taken by Hellenic American Union Center for Examinations and Certifications staff using special software provided by Cambridge English.
• For additional security, all files will be encrypted. Once the photographs have been transferred to the secure Cambridge Results Verification Service website, all local copies of the encrypted files will be deleted.
• Candidates can control who can access their results and view their photographs by providing their unique Candidate ID number and Candidate Secret Number to universities, employers and other organizations they want to be able to verify their results.
• Photographs are passport style.

Candidates who are 18 or over 18 years of age or candidates’ parents or legal guardians in case they are 17 or under 17 years of age need to read the information provided, complete and sign the Test Day Photo Consent Form, and submit it to the Hellenic American Union at least 10 days before the date of the written test administration.

• Download the Hellenic American Union Test Day Photo Consent Form 

Cambridge English: Young Learners

Also known as Young Learners English (YLE), these tests give a consistent measure of how well 7–12 year–olds are doing in the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Tests are designed to make learning fun and children are encouraged to work towards certificates, earning ‘shields’ that record their progress.

• Pre A1 Starters 

Also known as Cambridge English: Starters (YLE Starters), it is the first of three Cambridge English: Young Learners tests specifically designed for school children aged between 7 and 12. Pre A1 Starters sets your child off on their language learning adventure, introducing them to everyday written and spoken English in a fun and motivating way.

• A1 Movers 

Also known as Cambridge English: Movers (YLE Movers), it is the second of three tests specifically designed for schoolchildren aged between 7 and 12. A1 Movers shows a child is beginning to deal with everyday written and spoken English at a very basic level.

• A2 Flyers 

Also known as Cambridge English: Flyers (YLE Flyers), it is the highest of three tests specifically designed for schoolchildren aged between 7 and 12. A2 Flyers shows a child can deal with everyday written and spoken English at a basic level.

A2 Key (KET) for Schools 

Also known as Key English Test (KET) for Schools, it is a qualification that shows that a student can deal with everyday written and spoken English at a basic level.

B1 Preliminary (PET) for Schools 

Also known as Preliminary English Test (PET) for Schools, it is a qualification that shows a student can deal with everyday written and spoken English at an intermediate level.

B2 First (FCE) for Schools 

Also known as First Certificate in English (FCE) for Schools, it shows that a student is becoming skilled in English and can use it at an upper-intermediate level for work or study purposes.

C1 Advanced (CAE) 

Also known as Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) it is the leading English exam for professional and academic success.

C2 Proficiency (CPE) 

Also known as Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE), it is the most advanced Cambridge Assessment English exam, intended for learners who have achieved an extremely high level of skill in the English language.

Candidates who wish to have their exam rescored may do so at a fee, as follows: 

Stage 1

1. Candidates submit the appropriate Rescoring Request Form requesting a full clerical re-check of all papers of the examination they participated in.

2. Requests are sent by the Hellenic American Union Center for Examinations and Certifications to Cambridge Assessment English.

3. Candidates receive by e-mail the result upon completion of the clerical re-check procedure.

Stage 2

4. In the case that their results do not change after the full clerical re-check, candidates may submit the appropriate Rescoring Request Form requesting a re-mark of papers.

5. Requests are sent by the Hellenic American Union Center for Examinations and Certifications to Cambridge Assessment English.

6. Candidates receive by e-mail the rescoring result upon completion of the rescoring procedure.

Please note the following:

• Dates for the submission of Rescoring Request Forms vary for each exam administration period. After these dates, no rescore requests are accepted. For more information, please check the table below:

• Candidates wishing to request Stage 2 rescoring (re-mark of papers) must have completed and received their results for Stage 1 (clerical re-check), before requesting  Stage 2 rescoring.
• Stage 2 rescoring (re-mark of papers) includes a review of the listening paper where available but does not apply to any speaking test component. 
• Any scores resulting after rescoring at Stage 2 are final and irrevocable.
• In the case that a rescoring request leads to a change of result, rescore fees will be refunded. 
• For more information on the Cambridge English rescoring procedure, please visit the Cambridge English website.