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What is the IELTS Academic?

IELTS Academic is an internationally recognised English test. This version of IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is intended for people who want to study at an undergraduate or postgraduate level in an English-speaking country.

IELTS Academic measures the English skills you need to succeed in an academic environment, such as academic reading and essay writing. Every year, around 3 million people take IELTS worldwide, according to the government institution British Council, which administers the test.

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IETLTS Academic

Total duration: 2h45

Evaluates your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills

Certification valid for 2 years

Scored out of 9 points

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How is the IELTS score calculated?

The IELTS score ranges from 0 to 9. A score of 1 corresponds to a beginner level, while the candidate obtaining a score of 9 is considered to be expert or bilingual. The final IELTS score is obtained by averaging the scores obtained in each section of the test, each of these tests are also scored from 0 to 9

How to get a good score on IELTS ?

Obtain at good score on IELTS means getting a score between 6 and 9. A grade greater than or equal to 6 certifies a very good level of English and makes it easier for you to get a spot in an English-speaking university, college or company. The following table summarizes the language levels which correspond to the various possible scores for the IELTS:

IELTS Score Mastery on language CECRL correspondance
0 didn’t take the test
1 inability to speak English. Only knows certain words here and there.
2 difficulty communicating and being understood A2
3 difficulty communicating but makes do with familiar situations A2
4 does not use complex language but can communicate in a daily life context B1
5 understands the general context of a situation but makes many mistakes B1
6 fairly good command on the language in an unfamiliar context and good command in terms of everyday situations B2
7 good general command over the language C1
8 very good command over the language C1
9 total mastery over the language, great oral fluency C2

Like with all language assessments, the candidate's score entirely depends on their objective. If you are a student and are passing an English examination, it’s best for you to score above 6 on the IELTS. Generally speaking, this score corresponds to the minimum score requested by schools and higher education establishments abroad. Many institutions require a B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale to welcome a candidate. This translates to a score of 6 to 6.5 on the IELTS. Therefore, it is important that you adapt and intensify your IELTS preparation, depending on the goals.

If you are looking for a job, we advise you to find out the specific expectations in terms of the English level in your sector of activity. Companies generally ask for variable scores depending on the positions and the sector of activity.

IELTS can also be useful for people involved in an immigration or expatriation procedure.

To register for the IELTS Test, you are required to contact the British Council. You can register directly with one of the British Council's examination centers, but registration can also be done online. Registering online is easier, faster and more secure. Registration must be done at least one month before taking the test (however you are encouraged to register 2 months in advance to make sure you have a spot and to be able to manage your availability, to the best). Go to the official website of the British Council, in the section “Take an exam” then “IELTS” to register through just a few clicks.

The fees vary depending on the country. The fees can be paid directly online at the time of registration, through bank transfer in the following days, directly with the British Council Paris or by sending a check to the headquarters at the British Council.

You can take the IELTS in these countries: Canada, UK, Ireland, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland, etc.

IELTS is a standardized English exam, whose structure remains identical each time they pass. To boost your success rate, it is essential to learn and understand the instructions and how the exercises of this test are carried out. A preparation phase including standard exercises, several mock tests but also English grammar and vocabulary lessons, which allow you to get used to the structure of the exam and the precise rules. This type of IELTS training and preparation program will allow you to avoid unpleasant surprises on the day of the test and detect “traps” more easily.

Contrary to popular belief, being naturally good at English is not enough to pass IELTS successfully. Many candidates who have a good level but don’t prepare enough for the test are surprised and then obtain a score much below their true potential.

To prepare for IELTS, some people choose to favor intensive courses or language courses, while others combine face-to-face training with online preparation.

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  • mock IELTS tests which allow you to get a glimpse of the English test as a whole and to train in real exam conditions, so that you can work on your time management and focus

Contrary to popular belief, being naturally good at English is not enough to pass IELTS successfully. Many candidates who have a good level but don’t prepare enough for the test are surprised and then obtain a score much below their true potential.

To prepare for IELTS, some people choose to favor intensive courses or language courses, while others combine face-to-face training with online preparation.

On our GlobalExam e-learning platform, the entire content is written by competent teachers and experts in language teaching. These rich and varied contents allow you to understand the structure of the exercises in depth but also the test in general. On GlobalExam, you can also access your answers and your progress statistics. These decisive tools for positive development allow you to follow your progress on a daily basis and identify potential points to work on, in order to stacks all odds by your side for IELTS.

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