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The value of an IELTS score
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the all-round English language abilities of candidates who need to study or work where English is the language of communication.
IELTS scores are accepted as proof of English language proficiency of students whose native language is not English by over 2000 education institutions in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Ireland, New Zealand, UK and USA. The test measures a candidate's ability to communicate using all four language skills – Speaking, Writing, Listening, and Reading.
IELTS is offered in two test formats
IELTS is offered in two test formats - Academic and General Training. The Academic format should be your choice if you are planning to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate study, or are seeking professional registration. While General Training is the best option for those undertaking work experience or training programmes not at degree level, or for immigration purpose to Australia, Canada and New Zealand.
The test is available up to 4 times in a month
The test is available up to 4 times in a month in 304 locations across 150 countries worldwide, making it one of the most widely and frequently available tests in the world.
IELTS test results are reported on a band scale from 1 to 9 where 1 is a non user and 9 is an expert user. Most education institutions accept IELTS scores between 5.5 and 7.
IELTS results are available within 13 working days of taking the test. The test centre can send up to five original copies of your results direct to the receiving institutions free of charge.
In addition to education institutions your IELTS score is also accepted by employers, professional bodies, government departments and immigration authorities in many countries including Australia, Canada, Europe, Ireland, New Zealand, UK and USA.
IELTS is owned by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations . While the University of Cambridge manages the production of the question papers and their distribution; the British Council and IDP: IELTS Australia manages the test administration, quality and security control, marketing, the training of examiners and clerical markers.
Please visit the IELTS website www.ielts.org for more information on the test including global list of test centres, test dates, list of ins titutions accepting IELTS scores and preparation for the test.
