What sets IELTS apart?
The IELTS system has been setting the standard for English-language testing for more than 30 years. It is trusted by more than 12,000 organisations in over 140 countries around the world.
This means that when you take an IELTS test, you can be confident that the result will be recognised by the educational institution, employer, professional body, or government that needs to verify your English language proficiency. Governments in Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the United Kingdom all trust IELTS when processing immigration applications.
How does IELTS work?
IELTS was developed by some of the worlds leading language assessment experts to test the full range of skills needed to study or work successfully in an English speaking country.Youll be assessed on:
- Listening to see how well you understand ideas, recognise opinions, and follow the development of an argument
- Reading to see how well you read for general sense, main ideas, and details, and whether you understand the authors inferences and opinions
- Writing to see how well and how accurately you write a response, organise your ideas, and use wide-ranging vocabulary and grammar
- Speaking to see how well you can communicate opinions and information on everyday topics and common experiences, and express and justify your opinions
Which IELTS test is right for me?
There are two main IELTS tests available - IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training:
- IELTS Academic is designed to measure your English language proficiency and to assess if it is suitable for an academic environment. The test reflects aspects of academic language and evaluates whether youre ready to begin training or studying in English.
- IELTS General Training is designed to measure your English language proficiency in a practical, everyday context. The test reflects both workplace and social situations.
The right test for you depends on whether your goal is to study or work in your chosen country.
