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Intro
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is a standardised English language assessment test jointly administered worldwide by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, British Council, and IDP: IELTS Australia. It assesses the proficiency of non-native speakers to communicate effectively and independently in English. It tests the abilities of candidates in listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Based on the score, it classifies the candidates taking the test into 9 bands or groups from Expert Users of English to Non Users.
IELTS And Australia
IELTS is used by the Australian government through the Australian Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs, Australian Universities, and Australian professional bodies for assessing the English language skills of the person requesting immigration, to |
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pursue a course or to practice as a professional, respectively.
The governments and educational institutes of Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom also use IELTS. |
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IELTS And Australia Visa Processing
You need to show that you have a valid IELTS score in your visa application. It is a prerequisite for student visa and to live, though in some cases TOEFL scores are also accepted. |
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Two Modules of IELTS:
IELTS has two different modules, namely Academic module and General Training module to assess the skills of candidates. Which test is applicable to someone is decided by for what purpose the test is being taken. For candidates going for higher education or seeking professional registration an English speaking country, Academic Training is required while General Training is for those who are planning to immigrate, undertake non-academic training or work experience.
Availability of Test
IELTS test can be taken in more than 120 countries of the world at over 290 approved test centres.
Test Registration and Result
The tests are conducted quite frequently. You can register for the test by contacting the nearest British Council office (www.britishcouncil.org). The office will provide you the details of the nearest test center and various scheduled test dates. You can collect an IELTS application form and a handbook free of cost from British Council office. |
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| IELTS Test Details /Quick Facts | |
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Duration: |
2 hours & 45 minutes |
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TEST Results: |
2 weeks |
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TEST Areas: |
Listening Reading, Writing (2 essays), and Speaking skills |
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Mode: |
Paper-based test |
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Score: |
You are placed in one among the 9 bands |
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Availability of test: |
Around 120 countries at over 290 approved test centres |
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Score Validity: |
2 years |
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Score Is Sent To: |
2 universities; more universities on request |
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Types of IELTS: |
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| 1. General Training |
| 2. Academic Training | |
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Countries Where You Need IELTS: |
Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom |
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Organisation recognizing IELTS: |
Governments, Professional Bodies, and Educational Institutions |
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