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Language learners in Egypt praised by Cambridge experts
3 October 2011
The enthusiasm which Egyptian governments, educational institutions, parents and students are showing towards English language learning has been praised by a department of Cambridge University.
The number of language learners in Egypt taking Cambridge English tests has increased rapidly between 2009 and 2011 according to the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Cambridge ESOL). Dr Michael Milanovic, CEO of Cambridge ESOL, says this encouraging increase follows a global trend in English language learning:
“It's really encouraging to see the enthusiasm being shown towards learning English across Egypt. I understand that education is of primary importance for the Egyptian government and to the Egyptian household and this is reflected in the increasing demand for Cambridge English in the country. This reflects a global trend which is seeing more and more people needing to show their proficiency in English by taking an internationally recognised language examination. Egyptian students are fully embracing this opportunity which opens doors to employability and increased mobility in the international labour market.”
Dr Milanovic and his Cambridge colleague Dr Hanan Khalifa are part of a business delegation accompanying the Lord Mayor of the City of London to Cairo in October. The two-day event includes key meetings with the Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt and the Minister of Finance. Cambridge ESOL offers English exams for general, academic and business purposes through their examination centres in Egypt – namely British Council and the School of Continuing Education at the AUC. They also work closely with organisations and schools in Egypt to develop bespoke language assessment solutions. Dr Michael Milanovic says:
“It’s a real pleasure to join the Lord Mayor of the City of London on this important trip to Cairo. As a department of Cambridge University, we not only have a commitment to English language learners, but to education as a whole and what we’re seeing in Egypt should be congratulated.”
