C1 · Professionals and students

C1 Advanced CAE

For leadership roles and English-taught degree programmes

Level

Length

about 4 hours

Result

approx. 3 weeks

Fee from

CHF 407.50

Next date: Sat 21 Mar 2026 in BernRegistration deadline 10 Feb 2026

What it is

What C1 Advanced proves about you

C1 Advanced shows that you use English flexibly and effectively at a high level — in negotiations, presentations and complex texts. Universities in Switzerland and abroad accept it as language evidence for master's programmes.

If you already work or study entirely in English, C1 is the right choice. For entering the job market, B2 is usually enough.

Formats

Paper-based
Computer-based
Result available online, certificate by post
No expiry date — valid for life

In brief

Everything that matters for the decision.

Who it is for: Professionals and students
Papers: 4 papersReading and Use of English · Writing · Listening · Speaking
Fee: CHF 407.50CHF 417.50 at the venues on the Basel rate, incl. VAT.
Dates this year: 4 scheduledMore on request, including for classes

Choose a date

Questions about the procedure? +41 61 273 90 43 — Monday to Friday, 8 am – 12 noon and 1 – 5 pm

Where it counts

Three situations in which C1 Advanced makes the difference.

Master's degree

A widely accepted language qualification for English-taught master's degrees in Switzerland.

Level C1

Leadership role

International teams, negotiations, reporting to the executive board.

Level C1

Visas and study abroad

Recognised by authorities and universities worldwide.

Level C1

Format

The papers in detail

Total length about 4 hours. The papers are taken on the same day unless the timetable lists a separate date for the speaking test.

Reading and Use of English

Reading comprehension, vocabulary and grammar across several task types.

1 hr 30 min

Writing

Two pieces of writing: an essay and one task of your choice.

1 hr 30 min

Listening

Four listening parts; every recording is played twice.

approx. 40 min

Speaking

In pairs, with two examiners in the room.

15 min, in pairs

Dates

C1 Advanced — scheduled dates

Fee and registration deadline are shown on every line. For classes and companies we set up additional dates.

4 dates · sorted by date

Exam	Written	Venue	Registration deadline	Fee	Action
C1 AdvancedPaper-based	Sat 21 Mar 2026Speaking Sun 22 Mar 2026	Bern	10 Feb 2026Few places left	CHF 407.50	Select
C1 AdvancedComputer-based	Sat 9 May 2026	Genève	30 Mar 2026Registration open	CHF 407.50	Select
C1 AdvancedPaper-based	Sat 5 Sep 2026Speaking Sun 6 Sep 2026	Basel	27 Jul 2026Registration open	CHF 417.50	Select
C1 AdvancedPaper-based	Sat 14 Nov 2026Speaking Sun 15 Nov 2026	Basel	5 Oct 2026Registration open	CHF 417.50	Select