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IELTS for study

Over 3.7 million students study abroad every year. Many students study in English-speaking
countries, such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK and USA.

Studying in an English-speaking country offers lots of opportunities. It can also allow you to
specialise in a particular field or gain employment once you have finished your education.

IELTS is recognised by more than 10,000 education and training providers worldwide. Some
universities in non-English speaking countries also require an IELTS score if the course is
taught in English.

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IELTS Academic
The IELTS Academic test is suitable for those wanting to study in an English-speaking environment or
university (higher education). You can also take IELTS Academic for professional registration
purposes.

Students can request to send their IELTS results to up to five organisations free of charge. There is a
fee for sending results to additional organisations. You can request your centre to send your results as
long as your IELTS scores are valid.

 Test format details

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IELTS General Training

The IELTS General Training test is suitable for those applying to study below degree level. This
includes an English-speaking school or college.

IELTS General Training is also required for migration to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
The test features everyday English language skills that you will need in social and workplace
environments.

 Test format details

Which IELTS test type is right for me?

If you want to move to an English-speaking country to study, then you should take the IELTS
Academic test.

For work or immigration, the IELTS General Training test is recommended.

Please check the entry requirements of your organisation before choosing your test.
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Learn more about the test

IELTS for work

Many professional registration
bodies and employers rely on
IELTS as evidence of English
language proficiency.
IELTS for migration
IELTS is accepted for migration
to Australia, Canada, New
Zealand and the United
Kingdom.
A test of four skills
IELTS is a task-based test
covering the four language skills
(listening, reading, writing and
speaking).

IELTS for work IELTS for migration A test of four skills

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