IELTS, which stands for the International English Language Testing System, is a widely recognized English language proficiency test. It is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work in environments where English is the primary language of communication. IELTS scores are accepted by universities, colleges, employers, and immigration authorities in many countries around the world.
IELTS Academic: This version is typically required for admission to higher education institutions and for professional registration in English-speaking countries.
IELTS General Training: This version is often required for immigration purposes and for candidates planning to undertake non-academic training or gain work experience.
Test Sections
Listening: Assesses the ability to understand spoken English. Reading: Tests reading comprehension skills using a variety of text types. Writing: Requires candidates to complete two writing tasks (short essay and letter) in response Speaking: Involves a face-to-face interview with an examiner, assessing spoken English skills.
IELTS is jointly owned by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia, and Cambridge Assessment English. When preparing for IELTS, it’s important to check the specific requirements of the organization or institution to which you are applying, as they may have minimum score requirements for admission or employment.