PET

Coming in the near future

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2012

• CB PET 10 February
• CB PET 18 February (fs)
• PB PET 10 March (fs)
• CB PET 21 March (fs)
• CB PET 28 March
• CB PET 5 April (fs)
• CB PET 26 April
• PB PET 12 May (fs)
• PB PET 19 May
• CB PET 24 May
• CB PET 25 May (fs)
• PB PET 1 June
• PB PET 7 June
• CB PET 8 June
• PB PET 16 June (fs)
• CB PET 21 June (fs)
• CB PET 23 June
• CB PET 6 July
• CB PET 19 July (fs)
• CB PET 14 September
• CB PET 21 September (fs)
• PB PET 13 October
• CB PET 20 October (fs)
• CB PET 26 October
• CB PET 22 November
• PB PET 24 November (fs)
• PB PET 7 December
• CB PET 13 December (fs)

Exam cost €98

So what is PET?

Everything you need to know if you want to take the PET Exam in Palermo and its surroundings

• Introduction
• Why take PET?
• How do I register?
• What is the exam like?
• How do I prepare for it?
• Where does it take place?
• What is B1?

Introduction

PET stands for Preliminary English Test. It is an International English Certification granted by the University of Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Department.

The PET has two formats: CB PET e PB PET.

CB PET (Computer Based Preliminary English Test) and PB PET (Paper Based Preliminary English Test) are the same exam and yield the same certificate. CB PET takes place in a specially equipped computer room, while PB PET is on paper.

IH Palermo is the Cambridge ESOL Local Examination Centre for the area of Palermo and its Province.

IH Palermo runs PET throughout the year (see dates above).

Click here to read the offical PET page on the Cambridge ESOL website.

Why take PET?

Passing PET certifies that you have an intermediate knowledge of the English Language (or B1 if we relate it to the European Language Portfolio).

Studying for PET is a popular way to improve your language skills and use them in a wide range of contexts. PET covers the four main language skills - reading, writing, listening and speaking, using material from real life situations. It provides evidence of practical skills, and indicates sufficient ability to be of practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs, and in many industries, such as tourism, where contact with English speakers is required.

If you are successful, you will receive a certificate from University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations. The certificate is recognised by employers in many countries, and recognised by universities in some countries as an initial qualification in English.

You will also receive a statement of results, showing how you have performed in each of the three papers.

This certification is internationally recognised and does not run out.

How do I register?

Please contact IH Palermo via email or telephone (+39 091 584954), visit us in Palermo via Q. Sella 70 or email us on ihpalermo@ihpalermo.it

What is the exam like?

The exam consists of three parts: Reading & Writing, Listening and Speaking.

The oral test can take place on a different day of the written test. Two Cambridge appointed examiners interview you to verify your communicative abilities.

How do I prepare for it?

To pass PET successfully you need to have a B1 level of English

Where does it take place?

PET can be done here at the school or it is sometimes organised in local schools, universities and institutions.

What is B1?

Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Registration information