Aptis ESOL General is a four-skills general English proficiency exam which assesses language proficiency from A1 to B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). If you demonstrate a level superior to a B2 you will be awarded a C level.
You take Aptis ESOL General on a computer in British Council supervised face-to-face test sessions.
Aptis ESOL General allows you to evaluate all four language skills; speaking listening, reading, and writing and test your grammar and vocabulary knowledge.
Aptis ESOL General format
| TEST COMPONENTS | LENGTH (MINUTES) | SCORING | TASKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grammar and Vocabulary | 25 | 0 - 50 | 50* |
| Speaking | 10 | CEFR B1 - C2 /0-50 | 3 |
| Writing | 45 | CEFR B1 - C2 /0-50 | 3 |
| Listening | 30 | CEFR B1 - C2 /0-50 | 28 (+/- 4) |
| Reading | 60 | CEFR B1 - C2 /0-50 | 4 |
* 50 questions (25 + 25)
Find out more about how to prepare for Aptis ESOL.