IELTS Certificate - British Council

In this chapter of my #Education, I share my achievement at the British Council and how I reached a C1 level in English proficiency in 2018.

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About the British Council

British Council logo.

The British Council is the United Kingdom’s international organization for cultural relations and educational opportunities.

Among its many programs and global initiatives, it delivers the IELTS — the International English Language Testing System.

IELTS is the most widely recognized English language certification for higher education, immigration, and international employment.

The British Council offers both the exam and preparation courses through its global network of centers.

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My IELTS Certification

I obtained my IELTS certificate on March 24th, 2018, achieving a C1 level on the CEFRL scale (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

C1 is the second-highest level of English proficiency, indicating advanced fluency and strong command of academic and professional English.

Alberto Carniel’s IELTS certificate issued by the British Council – CEFR level: C1.

What C1 Means

A C1 certified speaker can:

• Understand complex texts and abstract ideas

• Express themselves fluently and spontaneously

• Use language flexibly in social, academic, and professional contexts

• Produce clear, well-structured, detailed communication