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B1 Preliminary Certificate

The PET is a qualification at a solid elementary level.

The PET certificate documents competence in the English language in both speaking and writing. PET is recognized by many companies (including Siemens AG) and educational institutions as proof of solid English language skills at the elementary level (B1 GER). By passing the B1 Preliminary exam, you confirm your ability to understand facts, simple texts, and articles in English.

The Cambridge Institut Munich offers the exam as a computer-based (CB) format. 

 

exam details

WHERE

Cambridge Institut München, ggf. externe Location in Münchner Innenstadt

WHEN

Mehrmals im Jahr. Schriftlich und mündlich am gleichen Tag. Ausnahme: bei sehr hoher Anmeldezahl mündlich evlt. am Vortag.

GROUP SIZE

Ab mind. 3 Personen Max. Größe abhängig von Prüfungsformat und Kapazität

FEE

170 € Nach Ablauf der Anmeldefrist: zzgl. 55 € Nachmeldegebühr; Zusage abhängig von Verfügbarkeit

LEVELS

COMPLETION

Cambridge English Certificate B1 Preliminary (PET)

DATES

28.11.25
B1 Preliminary (PET) (CB) Anm. bis 01.11, Resultat ab 12.12
CB = computerbasiert. Prüfung wird am Computer am Prüfungsort abgelegt.Jetzt buchen

exam preparation

Exam Format

The B1 Preliminary exam format consists of the following sections:

  • Reading & Writing (90 minutes)
  • Listening (approximately 40 minutes)
  • Speaking (12 minutes)

Preparation Course

The Cambridge Institut Munich offers English intensive courses designed to enhance existing English skills to achieve the required language level for the B1 Preliminary exam. In a private training you may focus on the test format and get familiar with the its structure. 

Self-Study Materials

For independent preparation, various workbooks with solutions and audio content are available. These learning materials can be found in most bookstores and online.

Sample Tests

Free sample tests are available for preparation:

1) Sample Test for B1 Preliminary paper-based

2) Sample Test and Tutorial for B1 Preliminary (computer-based). For better understanding, it is recommended to start with the tutorial.

Answer Keys:

Sample responses and examiner comments for the Writing Test can be found in the B1 Preliminary Handbook.

For more information for candidates about the B1 Preliminary exam and the certificate, please click here.