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IELTS stands for International English Language Testing System. It is an internationally-recognised system for testing English language skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking. Candidates may choose either the Academic Module or the General Training Module: - The Academic Module is intended for those who wish to enroll in universities and other institutions of higher education.
- The General Training Module is intended for those planning to undertake non-academic training or to gain work experience, or for immigration purposes.
IELTS is accepted by most Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand and South African academic institutions, by an increasing number of academic institutions in the USA, and by various professional organizations. It is also a requirement for migration to Australia and Canada. The IELTS incorporates the following features: - A variety of accents and writing styles are presented in text materials in order to minimise linguistic bias. The IELTS is considered more authoritative than TOEFL by some people and organizations (especially the ones outside the United States).
- IELTS tests the ability to listen, read, write and speak in English.
- Band scores are used for each language sub-skill (Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking). The Band Scale ranges from 1 ("Non User") to 9 ("Expert User").
Proven IELTS is the international English Language Testing System. It is for people who intend to study or work where English is the language of the communication. IELTS measures test takers' ability to communicate in English across all four language skills - listening, reading, writing and speaking. Since 1989, IELTS has been proven and trusted worldwide to provide a secure, global, authentic test which measures true to life ability to communicate in English. IELTS is the original four-skills English language test, with more than 500,000 IELTS test conducted every year. Global IELTS is internally available, internationally recognised, internationally focused and internationally owned. In every sense, IELTS is a truly global test which you can trust to take you where you want to go. IELTS is available in over 300 locations worldwide, upto to 4 times a month, making it one of the most widely available English language tests. IELTS is one of the most widely-recognised and used English language test. Thousands of educational institutions, government agencies and professional organisations across 120 countries around the world recognize IELTS scores as a trusted and valid indicator of ability to communicate in English. You can find a list of the organisations and institutions that recognise IELTS on the IELTS website. Recognised If you want to travel or emigrate to an English speaking country, IELTS is the test for your. IELTS is trusted and recognised by immigration authorities and government departments in almost all English-speaking countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States If you want to study in an English-speaking country, IELTS is also the test for you. Universities and other institutions of further and higher education in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Europe, Ireland and Canada all recognise and use IELTS scores. IELTS is also used by universities, employers and public bodies in many other countries through out the world Fair and Reliable IELTS uses a unique nine point scoring system to measure and report test scores in a consistent manner - wherever and whenever the test is taken. This scoring system is internationally recognised and understood, giving test takes a reliable international currency. IELTS encourages, reflects and respects international diversity and is fair to anyone who sits the test, regardless of nationality, background, gender or lifestyle. International teams of writers contribute to IELTS test materials and we invest in on-going research to ensure that IELTS remains fair and unbiased - wherever and whenever you sit the test. IELTS Test format IELTS tests a complete range of skills commonly needed by students when studying or training in English. There are four modules - all candidates take the same Listening and Speaking modules, but they can choose to take either the General Training or Academic Reading and Writing Modules. If you are planning to undertake academic study, it is recommended that you sit for the If you are planning to undertake non-academic training, it is recommended that you sit for the . | 
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| The modules assesses the candidate's ability to use the kind of language neeeded to follow a course of study - for example, following complex arguments, discussing abstract ideas and concepts and dealing with information effectively. | |
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| The modules assess a broader range of language skills. They are more suited to candidates wanting to take work related training courses, complete their secondary education or work in an English speaking country. | The first three modules – Listening, Reading and Writing – must be completed in one day. There is no break between the modules. The Speaking Module may be taken, at the discretion of the test centre, in the period seven days before or after the other modules. | Listening
Time: approximately 30 minutes | | Candidates listen to a number of recorded texts, which increase in difficulty as the test progresses. These include a mixture of monologues and conversations and feature a variety of English accents and dialects. The recording is heard only once, but candidates are given time to read the questions and write down and check their answers. | | 
Academic Reading
Time: 60 minutes
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General Training Reading
Time: 60 minutes
| | There are three reading passageswith tasks. Texts are taken from books, magazines, journals and newspapers, all written for a nonspecialist audience. At least one of the texts contains a detailed argument. | The texts are based on the type of material candidates would be expected to encounter on a daily basis in an English speaking country. They are taken from sources such as newspapers, advertisements, instruction manuals and books, and test the candidate’s ability to understand and use information. The test includes one longer text, which is descriptive rather than argumentative. | | Academic Writing
Time: 60 minutes | General Training Writing
Time: 60 minutes | | For the first task, candidates write a report of around 150 words based on material found in a table or diagram, demonstrating their ability to describe and explain data. For the second task candidates write a short essay of around 250 words in response to an opinion or a problem. They are expected to demonstrate an ability to discuss issues, construct an argument and use the appropriate tone and register. | The first task requires candidates to write a letter of around 150 words either asking for information or explaining a situation. The second task is a short essay of around 250 words, and is written in response to a given point of view or problem. Candidates are expected to be able to present their own ideas and challenge other ideas, using appropriate tone and register. | |
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| | The test takes the form of a face to face interview. Candidates are assessed on their use of spoken English to answer short questions, speak at length on a familiar topic, and also to interact with the examiner. | Band Scale IELTS is scored on a nine band scale. Each Band corresponds to different English competence. The Band Scores are in either whole or half Bands. The nine bands are described as such: 9 Expert User Has fully operational command of the language: appropriate, accurate and fluent with complete understanding. 8 Very Good User Has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriacies. Misunderstandings may occur in unfamiliar situations. Handles complex detailed argumentation well. 7 Good User Has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriacies and misunderstandings in some situations. Generally handles complex language well and understands detailed reasoning. 6 Competent User Competent user. 5 Modest User Has partial command of the language, coping with overall meaning in most situations, though is likely to make many mistakes. Should be able to handle basic communication in own field. 4 Limited User Basic competence is limited to familiar situations. Has frequent problems in use of complex language. 3 Extremely Limited User Conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar situations. Frequent breakdowns in communication occur. 2 Intermittent User No real communication is possible except for the most basic information using isolated words or short formulae in familiar situations and to meet immediate needs. Has great difficulty understanding spoken and written English. 1 Non User Essentially has no ability to use the language beyond possibly a few isolated words. 0 Did not attempt No assessable information provided. Candidate may have failed to sit for the test
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