How to Prepare for the C1 Advanced Exam
Thinking about taking the Cambridge C1 Advanced Exam?
Start with this introductory course!
Welcome to this introductory course!
How this course will help you
Why take the C1 exam?
Overview of the C1 Advanced exam
Reading and Use of English
Listening
Speaking
Writing
How the C1 Advanced exam is scored
Check your current level
Set clear goals and a realistic timeline
Focus on all four skills with balance
What grammar and vocabulary do you need?
Create your first study plan
Stay motivated and use support
Quick Quiz!
What to do now...
Try a C1 Advanced Exam Practice Test

Hello! I am Julia, an English teacher and exam coach based in the UK. I specialise in helping adult learners prepare for the Cambridge C1 Advanced exam and feel confident using English in real life.
Over the last 18 years, I have supported learners from across the world to reach C1 level, pass the exam and use English for work, study and travel.
This mini course brings together the first steps I always share with my new C1 Advanced students. It is the starting point I wish every learner had before they dive into full exam preparation.
By the end of this mini course, you will
understand the format of all four papers
have a better idea of your current strengths and weaknesses
know how many months of preparation you probably need
have a simple weekly study plan that fits your life
feel more confident about whether C1 Advanced is the right goal for you