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IELTS, the international English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of people who want to study or work where English is the language of communication.
It is recognised and accepted by over 9,000 organisations worldwide, including universities, employers, professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies.
| IELTS on Paper or Computer | |
| IELTS on Paper | If you select this option, you will answer the Listening, Reading and Writing sections on a paper. The Speaking test is carried out face-to-face with a trained IELTS Examiner. |
| IELTS on Computer | If you select this option, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing sections on a computer. The Speaking test will remain face to face with a certified IELTS Examiner, as we believe it is the most effective way of assessing your speaking skills. |
To find out whether you need to take an approved test, and what level you need to achieve, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website for more information.
| IELTS for UKVI | |
| IELTS for UKVI Academic Suitable for Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 4 UK Visas and Immigration applications |
IELTS for UKVI Academic is for test takers wishing to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels, and for those seeking professional registration in the UK. If applying for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at UK universities and colleges with HTS status, it is important for you to read the above information on TIER 4 student visa before applying’ Components: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking |
| IELTS for UKVI General Training Suitable for Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 4 UK Visas and Immigration applications |
IELTS for UKVI General Training is for test takers wishing to migrate to the UK and for those wishing to train or study below degree level. Components: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking |
| IELTS Life Skills A1 A1 on the CEFR / ESOL Entry 1 on NQF |
IELTS Life Skills A1 is for people who need to prove their English speaking and listening skills at Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level A1 as part of their application to UKVI for Family, Spouse or Partner visa. Components: Speaking and Listening |
| IELTS Life Skills B1 B1 on the CEFR / ESOL Entry 3 on the NQF |
IELTS life Skills B1 is for people who need to prove their English speaking and listening skills at Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level B1 as part of their application to UKVI for citizenship/settlement. Components: Speaking and Listening |
Those who are applying for a Tier 4 student visa to a Highly Trusted Sponsor (HTS) to study a bachelor or postgraduate degree are required to meet the English language level set by the institution. All British universities and colleges accept IELTS results. This means you can apply with an IELTS result from any of the 1,000 IELTS test locations worldwide unless your institution has additional requirements.
| IELTS | |
| IELTS Academic | IELTS Academic is for test takers wishing to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels and for those seeking to join a professional organisation in an English speaking country. Components: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking |
| IELTS General Training | IELTS General Training is for test takers wishing to migrate to the English speaking Countries including Australia, Canada and New Zealand and for those wishing to train or study below degree level. Components: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking |
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