C2 Proficiency

C2 Proficiency qualification shows that you can

Study demanding subjects at the highest level, including postgraduate and PhD programmes

Negotiate and persuade effectively at the senior management level in international business settings

Understand the main ideas of complex pieces of writing

Talk about complex or sensitive issues, and deal confidently with difficult questions

The C2 Proficiency is our highest-level exam. Passing it proves that you have mastered English to an exceptional level

It helps you develop the English skills needed to succeed in very high academic or professional environments

Typical abilities	Reading and writing	Listening and speaking
Overall general ability	CAN understand documents, correspondence and reports, including the finer points of complex texts CAN write letters on any subject and full notes of meetings or seminars with good expression and accuracy	CAN advise on or talk about sensitive issues, understanding colloquial references and dealing confidently with hostile questions
Social and tourist	CAN (for example, when looking for accommodation) understand a tenancy agreement in detail, including its main implications CAN write letters on any subject with good expression and accuracy	CAN talk about complex or sensitive issues without awkwardness
Work	CAN understand reports and articles likely to be encountered during his/her work, including complex ideas expressed in complex language CAN make full and accurate notes and continue to participate in a meeting or seminar	CAN advise on/handle complex, delicate or contentious issues, such as legal or financial matters, to the extent that he/she has the necessary specialist knowledge
Study	CAN access all sources of information quickly and reliably CAN make accurate and complete notes during the course of a lecture, seminar or tutorial	CAN understand colloquial asides and cultural allusions