PEIC Level 3 (B2) case studies
PEIC Level 3 (B2) · Put your knowledge to work in context.
This page is a study companion for candidates preparing for the Pearson English International Certificate (PEIC) Level 3, the B2-level step on a four-skill English proficiency ladder. The certificate is designed for learners who can already handle everyday English and now need to demonstrate independent, confident use of the language for study, work, or migration purposes. Because the exam is organised around four equally weighted skill areas - Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing - preparation should be balanced rather than concentrated on a single paper. A typical study plan devotes regular weekly time to each skill, uses authentic materials such as news articles, podcasts, and short talks for receptive practice, and includes timed writing tasks and recorded speaking practice for productive work. The PEIC Level 3 (B2) case studies are 5 cases and about 2,651 words.
1Listening: The First Answer Heard Is Not Always the Answer
Marta is preparing for the PEIC Level 3 Listening paper. In her last two mocks she scored 14/25 and 15/25.
562 words, about 3 min2Reading: Time, Surface Matching and Last-Minute Changes
Omar is taking a timed PEIC Level 3 Reading mock. The paper has four parts and 45 minutes.
531 words, about 3 min3Speaking: Preparation That Becomes a Script
Priya is 17 and preparing for PEIC Level 3 Speaking. In Part 2 she gets one minute to prepare a talk about a photograph of a busy market, then must speak for 90 seconds.
524 words, about 3 min4Speaking: Taking a Turn with a Dominant Partner
Diego is taking PEIC Level 3 Speaking with a partner, Lena. In Part 3 they have two minutes to discuss four options for a college trip and agree on two.
528 words, about 3 min5Writing: Register and Purpose Across Two Tasks
Sofia is taking PEIC Level 3 Writing. Part 1 asks for an email of 120-150 words to a friend explaining why she cannot attend his party and suggesting another time.
506 words, about 3 min