IELTS stands for International English Language Testing System and is an examination developed by Cambridge University and used internationally by universities and colleges to assess a student’s suitability for higher education studies such as undergraduate and postgraduate courses. It is especially in demand by international students who are interested in enroling on a university programme in England.

Note:

* No books are required for this course as the teacher will provide all relevant materials such as print-outs and worksheets at no extra cost. However, students may buy recommended books to further aid and support their learning.

* Exam fees are not included in the course price and need to be booked by the candidate independently as and when they are ready. However, the teacher may advise them and guide them in this matter. The exam fee is approximately £145.

* There are no specific course start/end dates as it is ongoing and continuous so students can join any day.

There are 4 papers in the exam:

Listening – 4 sections, 40 questions, 30 minutes
Reading – 3 sections, 40 questions, 60 minutes
Writing – 2 tasks, 60 minutes
Speaking – 3 parts (11-14 minutes)

There are two different IELTS modules: Academic and General Training. The Speaking and Listening tests are the same in both modules, but the Reading and Writing tests are different. The Academic module is suitable if you wish to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels, or if you are seeking professional registration, e.g. doctors and nurses.

At the end of the exam there is no pass or fail but instead you will get an overall score from 1 (lowest) to 9 (highest). Most universities accept a score of 6 or 6.5 as a requirement for their courses if the student is from a non-English speaking country.

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I.E.L.T.S. Exam Preparation