IELTS
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the
language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is used as
the
language
of
communication.
IELTS is required for
entry to university in
the UK and other
countries.
Who is it for?
IELTS is recognized
by universities and
employers in many
countries, including Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and the USA.
It is also recognized by professional bodies, immigration authorities and other
government
agencies.
More than 2 million people a year take the test.
What is the IELTS test like?
You can choose between the Academic or General
Training versions of the test. All candidates do the
same Listening and Speaking sections.
The test has four sections:
1. Listening - 4 sections, 40 questions, 30 minutes
2. Speaking - interview, 15 minutes
3. Reading - different for Academic or General Training - 3 sections, 40
questions, 60 minutes
4. Writing - different for Academic or General Training - 2 pieces of writing, 60
minutes