Preparatory course for Cambridge CAE /C1 Advanced/
The programme is intended for high school students, students and adults and is held under the
following conditions:

 Form of education: face-to-face or distance learning as desired.
 Schedule for 1 academic year/1 level: 120 study hours for CAE – General Course.
 Schedule for additional Exam Preparation Course – sample tests in a real environment: 30 hour.
 Weekly schedule: 4 to 6 hours per week.
 Start dates: September 15 to October 31 and February 1 to March 15 each year.
Other start dates on request.
 Tuition fees: standard groups of 5 to 10 students:
 Sofia:
 General Course: BGN 1998 for payment in installments /6 x 333/ or BGN 1898 all at once.
 Exam Preparation Course: BGN 540 for payment in installments /6 x 90/ or BGN 513 all at once.
 Other towns:
 General Course: BGN 1440 for payment in installments /6 x 240/ or BGN 1368 all at once.
 Exam Preparation Course: BGN 420 for payment in installments /6 x 70/ or BGN 399 all at once.
 Additional charges: Registration fee – BGN 40; Textbooks – BGN 160.
 Discounts up to 25%: A wide range of attractive discounts for: success, every next level, “Bring a
friend”, second and third child of a family, Golden Card holders and other bonuses and privileges
 Free assistance and registration through us for Cambridge exam sessions.
 Possibility to conduct an on-site exam at the Alexander Language School in your city.
The indicated prices do not include VAT.

For more information and enrolments, please call us at 0896 856591 or email at alexander@als.bg

Course for Cambridge Certificate of Advance in English – study system and study content:
The leader in EFL books Grivas Publications https://www.grivas.gr/ provides full preparation for the CAE
/C1 Advanced/ examination in a coursebook set named Targeting Proficiency as well as supportive
6 Practice Tests
The main book TARGETING PROFICIENCY is a comprehensive coursebook that focuses on the acquisition
and correct usage of the English language. The graded material steadily builds up students’ language
competency, making it the ideal coursebook for students wishing to advance to C1 level in English in
order to pass successfully the CAE examination.
Key features of the coursebook:
 thorough practice in all 4 skills – reading, speaking, listening and writing through a variety of
topics explored in detail from interesting and thought-provoking angles
 challenging, age-appropriate reading texts which students can relate to and will want to discuss
 presentation of various structures and expressions which will enhance students’ speaking skills,
giving them the means to express their thoughts accurately and fluently
 ample listening practice, using a wide variety of situations, styles and accents, helping students
understand speakers’ attitudes and opinions and increasing their understanding of spoken English

 ample writing practice, reflecting the requirements at this level and providing guidance on
organisation, style and techniques, allowing students to hone their skills and express their views
correctly
 step-by-step instructions on how to successfully complete each writing task, with model answers
to further aid students’ understanding of what is required at this level.
 presentation of both academic and everyday vocabulary in a clear and concise way
 discussion points to help develop students’ critical thinking skills
 constant reinforcement of accumulated lexical knowledge

Special LANGUAGE AWARENESS section in every lesson. These sections contain a wealth of interesting
advanced language points concerning the intricacies of the English language, which will help students
acquire a real feel for the language. Students are also given help with the pronunciation of words that
are commonly mispronounced.
The supportive 6 Practice Tests is highly recommended for immediate technical preparation. It fully
meets the requirements of the CAE examination.
Candidates are offered ample practice for the examination and have the opportunity both to familiarize
themselves with the new format and to improve their knowledge of the English language.
These mock tests are with the same format, volume and duration asin the real exam:
 Paper 1: Reading and Use of English – 8 parts for 1 hour and 30 minutes
 Paper 2 – Writing – 2 parts for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
 Paper 3 – Listening – 4 parts for approximately 40 minutes.
 Paper 4 – Speaking – 4 parts for approximately 15 minutes.
The main features of the supportive 6 Practice Tests are:
 Practice Tests 1 to 6 /including its papers – Reading and Use of English; Writing; Listening/
 6 Speaking papers
 Model answer sheet

You can see more about the educational system in the following video:
https://www.grivas.gr/en/catalogue/coursebook-series/targeting-proficiency-coursebook-c1-c2-level/