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Why choose IELTS?
organisations recognise IELTS worldwide
English testing expertise
IELTS tests taken worldwide yearly
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One test, countless possibilities
IELTS is one of the most trusted, widely accepted, and accessible English language proficiency tests in the world.
Your IELTS results are accepted by 12,500 organisations in over 150 countries worldwide, which includes universities, colleges, schools and governments, as well as professional and industry bodies.
You can use your IELTS results for migration, work, & study applications in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Canada.
What is IELTS?
"Good IELTS results will definitely help you with your job hunt – especially when you’re looking for a language-related career." -- Peter Pei, IELTS test taker to RMIT sessional teacher
Why choose IELTS in Australia?
Worldwide recognition
IELTS is a trusted English-language test that is accepted by more than 12,500 organisations across the globe, from education institutions to employers, as well as government and professional bodies.
Your IELTS, your choice
IELTS on computer or paper. Academic or General Training. With IELTS, you choose how you take your test. Your IELTS, your choice.
IELTS One Skill Retake
IELTS is the only major test to offer One Skill Retake. You can now retake any component of the test; Listening, Reading, Writing or Speaking. It's perfect if you want to improve on one area instead of redoing a full test.
Face-to-face Speaking Test
Speak with a human examiner in the IELTS Speaking test, in a private and quiet room. Your examiner can slow down, repeat and clarify questions, and won’t ‘time out’ on you.
Free online preparation
Get a free online preparation course with your test booking and access a range of official practice material to help you do your best.
Get help when you need it
Get easy, fast and friendly advice with our dedicated IELTS Customer Support. Contact us now via live chat or send us an enquiry and we’ll get back to you within one business day.
Ways to take IELTS
There are two IELTS tests to choose from, depending on your needs – IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training.
The Academic test is usually for entry into university or professional registration. General Training is used for work or migration purposes. The organisation where you plan to work or study sets the requirements. So before you book your test, it is good to check which one is right for you.
You can choose which delivery format you’re more comfortable with – IELTS on paper or IELTS on computer.
If you take IELTS on paper, you answer on paper using a pencil or pen. If you take IELTS on computer, you will type your answers on a keyboard.
If you are planning to take an English test for the UK, you can take IELTS UKVI (UKVI Academic or UKVI General Training) or IELTS Life Skills A1 or B1.
Why IELTS is the trusted choice
35 years of English testing experience. More than 4 million tests taken worldwide.
Worldwide Recognition
12,500 organisations worldwide in more than 150 countries accept IELTS.
IELTS is used around the world for a variety of purposes, including for work, study, and migration.
IELTS is the only test recognised by select professional industries for registration.
Your IELTS, your choice
There are two IELTS tests to choose from, depending on your needs – IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training.
Choose which format you’re more comfortable with – IELTS on paper or IELTS on computer.
If you are planning to take an English test for the UK, you can take IELTS UKVI or IELTS Life Skills A1 or B1.
IELTS One Skill Retake
IELTS is the only major English test to offer One Skill Retake.
Retake one skill of the IELTS test without having to take a full test to improve your score.
Face-to-face Speaking test
Speak with a human examiner in the IELTS Speaking test, in a private and quiet room, so you can focus more.
Your examiner can slow down, repeat and clarify questions, and won’t ‘time out’ on you.
Why is IELTS the preferred English language test?
Find out more about the IELTS test
Official IELTS preparation resources
IELTS Prepare
Access a range of preparation materials at your fingertips: from practice tests, videos and articles, to expert assessments, online courses, webinars and more.
IELTS Practice Tests
Take the IELTS practice tests to prepare and get a better idea of the types of questions you might encounter on your IELTS test.
IELTS Preparation Guide
Download the IELTS Preparation Guide and for an official overview of the IELTS test with some handy tools and advice to help you prepare.
IELTS Masterclass
Presented by an IELTS expert, the free IELTS Masterclass will help you prepare for the test and get tips and advice from experts to get your desired score. Join us online or face-to-face at a free IELTS Masterclass near you!
IELTS Familiarisation Test
Are you taking your IELTS test on a computer soon? Take the free IELTS Familiarisation test on computer to know what to expect on your test day.
IELTS by IDP app
The official IELTS app is a free and easy way to book your test, access practice materials, and check your test results on the go. Bonus: Access our app-exclusive courses only on the IELTS by IDP app!
IELTS Assist & Coaching
Practise your IELTS skills in Writing, Reading or Speaking and receive a personalised action plan to improve your IELTS band score.
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