IELTS
IELTS
International English Language Testing System
IELTS is a globally recognized testing system offering an Academic and General assessment standard.
Academic
General Training
Academic
General Training
IELTS Test Format
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
IELTS Test Format
IELTS evaluates four abilities to determine language proficiency:
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
The subject matter and evaluation of the Reading and Writing tests differ depending on which module you have chosen: Academic or General Training.
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
Australian IELTS Band Score Classification
Functional | Vocational | Competent | Proficient | Superior |
---|---|---|---|---|
4.5 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 8.0 |
Migration & Industries
IELTS Band Score | Points |
---|---|
Superior - Band Score of 8 or more | 20 |
Proficient - Band Score of 7 or more | 10 |
IELTS Test Format
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
The subject matter and evaluation of the Reading and Writing tests differ depending on which module you have chosen: Academic or General Training
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
Australian IELTS Band Score Classification
Functional | Vocational | Competent | Proficient | Superior |
---|---|---|---|---|
4.5 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 8.0 |
Migration & Industries
If you wish to live and work in Australia, your IELTS score can contribute points toward your application:
IELTS Band Score | Points |
---|---|
Superior - Band Score of 8 or more | 20 |
Proficient - Band Score of 7 or more | 10 |
- STEP -1
- STEP -2
- STEP -3
IELTS Test Format
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
IELTS Test Format
IELTS evaluates four abilities to determine language proficiency:
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
The subject matter and evaluation of the Reading and Writing tests differ depending on which module you have chosen: Academic or General Training.
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
Australian IELTS Band Score Classification
Functional | Vocational | Competent | Proficient | Superior |
---|---|---|---|---|
4.5 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 8.0 |
Migration & Industries
IELTS Band Score | Points |
---|---|
Superior - Band Score of 8 or more | 20 |
Proficient - Band Score of 7 or more | 10 |
- IELTS Test Format
- Australian IELTS Band Score Classification
- Migration & Industries
IELTS Test Format
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
IELTS Test Format
IELTS evaluates four abilities to determine language proficiency:
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
The subject matter and evaluation of the Reading and Writing tests differ depending on which module you have chosen: Academic or General Training.
Total Test Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes.
Australian IELTS Band Score Classification
Functional | Vocational | Competent | Proficient | Superior |
---|---|---|---|---|
4.5 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 8.0 |
Migration & Industries
IELTS Band Score | Points |
---|---|
Superior - Band Score of 8 or more | 20 |
Proficient - Band Score of 7 or more | 10 |
Step - 1
Score
Comparison
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Pearson Test of English (PTE)
A comparison chart serves as a guide between the multiple standards.
IELTS Band | PTE Score | TOEFL Score |
---|---|---|
8.5 – 9.0 | 85 – 90 | 115 – 120 |
8.0 | 76 – 84 | 94 – 114 |
7.0 – 7.5 | ||
6.0 – 6.5 | 59 – 75 | 65 – 93 |
5.0 – 5.5 | ||
4.0 – 4.5 | 43 – 58 | 41 – 64 |
3.0 | 30 – 42 | 30 – 40 |
2.0 | 0 – 30 | 19 – 29 |
1.0 | 0 – 18 |