International exam A2 Key

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A2 Key, formerly known as Cambridge English: Key (KET), is one of the Cambridge Assessment English exams. This basic-level qualification is a great exam to take if you’re new to learning English.

An A2 Key qualification is proof of your ability to use English to communicate in simple situations.

The exam tests all four English language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.

It should give you the confidence to go on and study for higher-level exams such as B1 Preliminary and B2 First.

An A2 Key certificate shows that you can:

understand and use basic phrases and expressions
understand simple written English
introduce yourself and answer basic questions about yourself
interact with English speakers at a basic level.

Reasons to choose A2 Key:

Gain a valuable qualification that is accepted worldwide.
Improve your work, study and travel prospects.
Show that you have the basic language skills you need to communicate in English.

Click here to see who recognises and accepts A2 Key: (https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/why-choose-us/global-recognition/)

A2 Key is made up of three papers developed to test your English skills. You can see exactly what is in each paper below.

How will I get my results?

All candidates receive a Statement of Results, and if you are successful in the exam you will also receive a certificate.

A2 Key results are reported on the Cambridge English Scale.

You will receive a separate score for each of the three papers (Reading and Writing, Listening, and Speaking), giving you a clear understanding of your performance. These three scores are averaged to give you an overall result for the exam. You will also be given a grade and Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level.

When will I get my A2 Key Statement of Results?

Your Statement of Results is released online, approximately four to six weeks after the exam.

When and how will I get my A2 Key certificate?

We will receive your certificate about seven to nine weeks after the date of your exam. You can either collect your certificate from the exam centre or the exam centre will send it to you.

A2 Key Scale Scores

For A2 Key, the scores on the right will be used to report results.

The exam is targeted at Level A2 of the CEFR. The examination also provides reliable assessment at the level above A2 (Level B1) and the level below (Level A1).

Scores between 100 and 119 are also reported on your Statement of Results, but you will not receive a Key English Test certificate.