Are they aligned to a universal assessment system?

Each test is dedicated to assess English language competence at a certain CEFR level. Strictly aligned to this globally accepted framework, the BTCE tests give a much better insight into the learners’ capabilities and help position them on an easy-to-understand scale.

Test Specifications

When are the tests administered?

The tests are administered in April and May each year.

Where are the tests administered?

The tests are generally administered at schools where there are more than 40 candidates.
Schools with fewer candidates take the tests in the nearest test centre.

When are the certificates delivered?

The results and certificates are sent to schools within 3-4 weeks.

What information is there on the certificates?

The score of the candidate in each section of the test is shown with badges. There are five
badges and the bold ones show the candidate’s level of competence.
Detailed test results are sent to schools to help them evaluate the students more carefully
and benefit from possible washback.