IELTS
What is IELTS?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is designed to help you work, study or migrate to a country where English is the native language. This includes countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA.
Your ability to listen, read, write, and speak in English will be assessed during the test. IELTS is graded on a scale of 1-9.
Why take IELTS?
If you are looking to work, live or study in an English-speaking country, you must demonstrate a high level of English language ability.
Being able to communicate in the native language of the country you wish to work or study in, has a wide range of benefits. It is also essential for job opportunities as well as integration into the community.
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IELTS is the most popular test for those looking to migrate to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK. It is globally recognized by more than 11,000 employers, universities, schools, and immigration bodies including 3,400 institutions in the USA.
What IELTS score do I need?
The higher you can score in your result, reflects better your understanding and ability to communicate in English. Each immigration body, university, workplace, or institution will have specific score requirements. The score you need will depend on what you are looking to do in the country, i.e. work or study.
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How IELTS is developed
IELTS is developed to provide a fair and accurate English language proficiency assessment.
Test questions are developed by language specialists from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA. The test covers four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
The test content reflects everyday situations. It is unbiased and fair to all test takers from all backgrounds.
How to register
Registering for your test is quick and easy
Step 1 – Find your nearest test location or take IELTS Online
There are more than 1,600 test locations in over 140 countries. Find your nearest test centre.
If you would prefer to take your test from the comfort of your home or another private location, you can now do so with Online, our online IELTS Academic test. Check you have everything you need to take IELTS Online.
Step 2 – Register for your test
You can register and pay online or download an application form to print, complete and submit it to your chosen test center.
You will need to provide a copy of your valid identity document. You will also need to present the same identity document on the day of your test.
Step 3 – Your IELTS test is booked
If you booked exams on paper or computer, your test center will send you an email confirming the date and time of your test once your application is processed. Your Speaking test may be scheduled for a different day, and your test center will confirm that too. If you booked Online, you will receive an email confirming your test booking, and your Speaking test will usually be before your other test.
