How Much Does it Cost?

Fees 2010

For 2010 the fees will remain the same as 2009 in response to the IFE Board's desire to support members during the economic downturn. From the review in 2009 the fees have been set according to the level of examination taken. The Institution is keen to reflect in its pricing the progressive nature of the Institution's examination structure and to encourage candidates to aspire to achieving a recognised qualification, by sitting the required papers at each level.

Following the restructuring of exam fees, for 2011 and beyond, it is anticipated that any annual increase will be very small and in keeping with the usual rate of inflation increase applied to all subscriptions.


IFE Level 2 Certificate (formerly the Preliminary):

30 pounds sterling

IFE Level 3 Certificate (formerly the Intermediate):

40 pounds sterling per paper; 50 pounds sterling for both papers.

IFE Level 3 Diploma (formerly the Graduate):

50 pounds sterling per paper;120 pounds sterling for candidates sitting 4 papers (mandatory plus 3 optional)

IFE Level 4 Certificate (formerly the Member):

60 pounds sterling per paper;140 pounds sterling for candidates sitting 4 papers (2 mandatory plus 2 optional)

Examination fees are non refundable and application forms received without payment will not be processed. Information on how examinations may be deferred to up to one year may be found on the FAQ page.