Recording Answers for Reading Tests
What do you need to know about IETLS
I’m quite certain that you’ve enrolled in the course after thorough research, and you know what IELTS is and why you are here.
However, have a quick look at some of the information below. You may find them useful.
What is IELTS?
IELTS is an English language test for study, migration or work. Over three million people take this test every year. IELTS is accepted by more than 11,000 employers, universities, schools and immigration bodies around the world.
IELTS for study
IELTS is recognized by more than 11,000 education and training providers worldwide.
IELTS for migration
Thousands of people take IELTS every month to migrate to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.
IELTS for work
Organizations around the globe rely on IELTS to help them select the right people who can effectively communicate in English.
IELTS test types
IELTS has two types: IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training.
Both tests assess your English language skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking.
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.
- You can choose whether to take IELTS Academic on paper, on computer or online at home or other suitable location.
IELTS General Training
- The IELTS General Training test is suitable for those applying to study below degree level.
- It can also be taken for work experience or other employment training.
- The test features everyday English language skills that you will need in social and workplace environments.
- IELTS General Training is available to take on paper and on computer only.
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.
- This course covers both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training exam preparation. So, you’re 100% covered. 🙂
Test format
- For Academic and General Training you take the same Listening and Speaking tests but different Reading and Writing tests.
- The Listening, Reading and Writing sections of all IELTS tests are completed on the same day, with no breaks in between them.
- The Speaking test, however, may be scheduled up to a week before or after the other tests. If you booked IELTS Online, your Speaking test will usually take place before your other tests.
Total Test Time
The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes and this only includes Listening, Reading and Writing. Speaking test duration is different which lasts for 11-14 minutes.
Now, let’s have a quick look at the test format of each of the module.
You will clearly see that Reading and Writing module are separate for IELTS General Training and IELTS Academic. So, please choose your respective module to know more about that particular test format you’re interested in.
Listening
Listening Test Format
Paper Based:
Total time: 40 minutes (Test time: 30 minutes plus 10 minutes to transfer answers to answer sheet)No. of questions: 40
Computer Based:
Total time: 30 minutes. Extra 10 minutes are not given as you'll type answer directly on the computer.No. of questions: 40
Academic Reading
Reading Test Format
Paper Based:
Total time: 60 minutes
No. of questions: 40
Format: Three reading passages with a variety of questions using a number of task types.
Computer Based:
No difference.General Training Reading
General Reading Test Format
Paper Based:
Total time: 60 minutes
No. of questions: 40
Format: There are three sections. Section 1 may contain two or three short texts or several shorter texts. Section 2 comprises two texts. In Section 3, there is one long text.
Computer Based:
No difference.Academic Writing
Academic Writing Test Format
Paper Based:
Total time: 60 minutes
No. of questions: 2
Format: There are two writing tasks. In Task 1, test takers should describe some visual information. In Task 2, they need to write an essay.
Computer Based:
No difference.General Training Writing
General Writing Test Format
Paper Based:
Total time: 60 minutes
No. of questions: 2
Format: There are two writing tasks. In Task 1, test takers need to write a letter. In Task 2, they need to write an essay.
Computer Based:
No difference.Speaking
Speaking Test Format
Total time: 11-14 minutes
Format: The Speaking test consists of an oral interview between the test takers' and an examiner. All Speaking tests are recorded.
It is a three part test. In part 1, the examiner will ask you general questions about yourself. In part 2, you will be given a card which asks you to talk about a particular topic. In Part 3, you will be asked further questions about the topic in Part 2.
