The globalization of local markets in recent years has created countless opportunities in the professional arena, allowing for unprecedented mobility in the workforce. However, these changes are also creating new challenges and the ability to communicate in an international professional environment is becoming of paramount importance. In response to these modern demands, Express Publishing and the University of Greenwich launched a partnership to develop and establish the Vocational English Certification (VEC). EPiQ Assessment is the independent organisation administering the Vocational English Examinations and Assessment worldwide.

• A unique International Certificate focusing on English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
VEC is an innovative examination that covers the widest variety of professions in the current market. As such, it provides a solid reference for your linguistic skills in your chosen career and can provide a competitive advantage on your CV.

• Test material that reflects real workplace scenarios

The examinations are carefully designed by experts in each field and the material included covers a variety of situations you are likely to encounter in your everyday work environment.

• Professional development.

The preparation for the examination will help improve your knowledge of basic English terminology in your professional field, so that you can use the language skills you gain immediately and for the rest of your career

• Guaranteed quality of examination

The preparatory course and the examination are closely monitored by Express Publishing and EPiQ Assessment respectively, and validated by the University of Greenwich. The strict criteria followed by both institutions make both the Certificate of Attendance and the Certificate of Examination relevant and up-to-date in the competitive global market.