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The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is designed to help you work, study or migrate to a country where English is the native language. This includes countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and USA.
There are 2 IELTS types : General and Academic. Your ability to listen, read, write and speak in English will be assessed during the test. IELTS is graded on a scale of 1-9.
IELTS is jointly owned by the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge English.
Why take IELTS ?
If you are looking to work, live or study in an English-speaking country, then you must be able to demonstrate a high level of English language ability.
English is the third most spoken language in the world, with 379 million speakers worldwide. Being able to communicate in the native language of the country you wish to work or study in, has a wide range of benefits. It is also essential for job opportunities as well as integration into the community.
IELTS is the most popular test for those looking to migrate to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. It is globally recognised by more than 11,000 employers, universities, schools and immigration bodies including 3,400 institutions in the USA.
IELTS SCORE SCALING
Band Score | Skill Level | Description |
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0 | Did not attempt the test | did not answer the questions.
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1 | Non-user
| no ability to use the language except a few isolated words. |
2 | Intermittent user | great difficulty understanding spoken and written English. |
3 | Extremely limited user
| conveys only general meaning in familiar situations, frequent breakdowns in communication. |
4 | Limited user
| competence is limited to familiar situations, show problems in understanding and expressing, and are inable to use complex language. |
5 | Modest user
| command and copes with overall meaning in most situations, although likely to make mistakes, handle basic communication in their own field. |
6 | Competent user | has effective command of the language despite inaccuracies, able to use and understand complex language |
7 | Good user | generally handle complex language well and understand detailed reasoning. |
8 | Very good user | has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriate usage. May misunderstand some things in unfamiliar situations. Handle complex and detailed argumentation well. |
9 | Expert user | Has fully operational command of the language. Use of English is appropriate, accurate and fluent, shows complete understanding.
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What IELTS score do I need ?
The higher you can score in your IELTS, reflects a better understanding and ability to communicate in English.
Each immigration body, university, workplace or institution will have specific IELTS score requirements and different type of IELTS (General or Academic).
The score you need will depend on what you are looking to do in the country, i.e Working Holiday Visa requires General IELTS Band 4.5 and for Study you will need Academic IELTS Band 5.5 - 6.
How IELTS is developed ?
IELTS is developed to provide a fair and accurate assessment of English language proficiency.
Test questions are developed by language specialists from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and the USA. The test covers four sections: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
IELTS test content reflects everyday situations. It is unbiased and fair to all test takers from all backgrounds.
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