😍 Contact us today for our offers of the month!
Home English Courses Education & Exams Preparation Courses

Exam preparation

Excellent

Get the strategies and tactics you need to raise your score 

Need English language level certifications for school or work? EC offers a wide range of exceptional exam preparation courses in vibrant English-speaking locations throughout the world. Each course provides test-taking strategies, format tips, skim reading skills and study tactics designed to raise your scores—so you can open doors and seize opportunities in today’s global community. 

Education & Exams

Get your best exam score or prepare for higher education

Want to reach your dream education and career? Our Exam Preparation and Academic English courses, like IELTS and Cambridge First, will help you get ready. Whether you’re preparing for exams or improving your English, our courses give you the skills to succeed in English-speaking universities and build a strong career—whether in business, technology, or any job that needs good English. Start your journey to success today!
  • Expert-led exam preparation
  • Proven success rates
  • Comprehensive study materials

Count on the EC Promise

At EC English, we promise that your progress will always be visible and guaranteed. Simply put, as long as you follow your personalised learning programme, we guarantee your English will improve.  

Prepare for exams in a destination you’ll love 

Our centrally located campuses put you at the heart of the action in some of the world’s most exciting and influential destinations. 

  • Most Popular
  • USA
  • Canada
  • United Kingdom
  • Ireland
  • Malta
  • South Africa
  • UAE

Most Popular

London

Start at £385

New York

Start at $470

Malta

Start at €280

USA

New York

Start at $470

New York 30+

Start at $470

San Diego

Start at $420

Canada

Toronto

Start at C$410

Toronto 30+

Start at C$410

Vancouver

Start at C$410

Vancouver 30+

Start at C$410

United Kingdom

London

Start at £385

London 30+

Start at £385

Brighton

Start at £365

Brighton 30+

Start at £365

Bristol

Start at £345

Manchester

Start at £360

Ireland

Dublin

Start at €360

Dublin 30+

Start at €360

Malta

Malta

Start at €280

Malta 30+

Start at €280

South Africa

Cape Town

Start at €320

Cape Town 30+

Start at €320

UAE

Dubai

Start at $295

Maximise learning with your MyEC app 

As soon as you book one of our English courses, you’ll have access to MyEC, an app developed with our partners at Oxford University Press, that helps you get the most out of your EC experience. Even before you leave home, you can use it to interact with teachers, meet other students, get course and destination info and take a language placement test. Look what you can do with MyEC: 

  • Find great self-study resources
  • Set goals and track your progress
  • Have tutorials and get timely feedback
  • Plan social events with other students

Insights and Updates

Be inspired by the stories of our students

Find out how our students turned their first steps in language learning into important achievements that changed their lives.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to take an exam preparation course with EC? 

That depends on your professional goals, and where you want to study! We offer exam preparation  courses to suit every goal in some of the most thrilling English-speaking destinations in the world—vibrant cultural hot spots and global business hubs that are ideal for networking. While you focus on exam preparation in class, you’ll be improving your English outside of class, by immersing yourself in all that your host city has to offer. 

What accommodation options can I expect on an exam preparation course at EC? 

At EC English, we offer host family or student residence accommodations. If you choose a homestay, you will live with a family in your chosen destination. This is a great option if you want an opportunity to practice your English with a local family over homecooked meals. If you’re looking for more independence, you may want to consider a student residence. 

What are some of the benefits of taking an exam preparation course with EC?

There are many benefits to taking exam preparation courses with EC. First, you’ll perfect your exam technique. Using authentic test materials, you will participate in regular mock tests and finish your course well prepared for all sections of the exam. You’ll learn time-focused strategies  for taking the exam. And you’ll continue to improve your English level outside of your classroom, as you immerse yourself in your English-speaking host city. 

What kinds of exam preparation courses does EC offer? 

EC English offers comprehensive preparation courses for all the major English language qualification exams, including Cambridge exams (all levels), IELTS (International English Language Testing System), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) and TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication.). Required by many universities, businesses and widely recognized throughout the world, these exams measure English proficiency for various academic and professional purposes.  

Improve your English while you take exam preparation courses at EC  

At EC, you can count on receiving the highest level of preparation for the world’s most trusted English language qualification exams. Focusing on writing, speaking, listening and reading, our courses address the strategies for successful integrated writing, methods for understanding a central idea, and skills in skim-reading, scanning for detail, paraphrasing and more. In addition, you’ll learn valuable exam-taking skills and time-management tips. Outside of class, you’ll also be immersed in an English-speaking culture, which will naturally improve your language proficiency. 

Gain a competitive edge with an international language qualification 

Interested in studying abroad or working in an international company? You’ll want to know that more and more universities, employers and governments throughout the world require English language proficiency—and rely on English language exams to help them select the right people. EC offers exam preparation courses for the world’s most trusted language qualifications. We’ll help you raise your score to boost your CV and gain a competitive advantage. 

Study with highly trained teachers 

When you take our English language exam preparation courses at EC, you’ll learn from instructors who are experts in the exams themselves. They know exactly what the exams demand of students and will provide you with the information you need, building your confidence in your ability to use English. Plus, our teachers will provide mentoring and support every step of the way, creating a personalised study plan, giving continual feedback, and helping you track your progress—so on exam day, you’ll feel totally confident in your abilities. 

Choose from a range of English exam preparation courses at EC English 

English proficiency is mandatory at universities throughout the world, and it is considered the global language of business. EC English has your back! EC English offers a wide variety of exam preparation courses to suit a variety of goals, including: Cambridge English level exams (B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency); IELTS (International English Language Testing System), which measures your proficiency for school and work; TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), which measures your ability to use English at  university level); and TOEIC (Test of English for International Communication), which is used to assess the everyday English skills of people working in an international environment. 

Meet your exam preparation goals faster with language immersion 

Research has proven  that learning English in an English-speaking country, where you’re surrounded by the language, helps you learn it faster and retain it longer. EC English offers our exam preparation courses in some of the most vibrant and exciting English-speaking cities in the world, including EC Toronto and EC Vancouver (Canada); EC San Diego and EC New York (USA); EC London, EC Bristol, EC Brighton, and EC Manchester (UK); EC Malta; EC Dublin (Ireland); and EC Cape Town (South Africa). 

Prepare for exams in a supportive school community 

When you take our exam preparation courses, our exceptional teachers will be there to guide you, provide constant feedback and help you track your progress, every step of the way. To ensure the best results, they will create a personalised study plan that’s tailor-made to your requirements, boosting your strengths and helping with your challenges. With our full support, and the support of like-minded classmates, you’ll sit for your exams with total confidence.

Newsletter

Subscribe to our email newsletter for special offers, useful tips and valuable resources.

"*" indicates required fields

This field is hidden when viewing the form
This field is hidden when viewing the form
*
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.