IELTS stands for The International Language Testing System. Passing the exam shows that you can work, study or migrate to a country where English is spoken as the first language. These countries are Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Ireland, the UK, and the USA. IELTS certificate proves that you are fluent enough to communicate in written and spoken English in different day-to-day situations.
There are different types of IELTS exams: IELTS General Training and IELTS Academic
Key information:
Who is it for?
For anyone wanting to work, study or migrate to a country where English is the first language.
Format: paper-based, online
Cost: varies
Number of parts: 4
Reading (1hour)
3 parts/40 questions
Writing (1hour)
2 parts
Listening (about 30 minutes)
4 parts/40 questions
Speaking (11 - 14 minutes)
3 parts
Advantages:
IELTS is recognized by more than 11.000 employers, universities, schools and immigration bodies
Disadvantages:
IELTS results are valid only two years from the test date