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In this course, you will:

Learn about the IELTS test procedure and format

Learn useful test-taking strategies and skills for the IELTS Academic test

Practise and develop skills and strategies by completing IELTS-style practice activities in reading, listening, speaking and writing

Develop your reading, writing, listening and speaking English skills

Please note: This course is also useful for General Training candidates as the Speaking and Listening tests are the same and the skills and strategies in Writing and Reading are also the same.

Computer-delivered IELTS test

A new computer-delivered version of the IELTS test is currently being introduced around the world. The paper-based test will still be available for candidates to take also. Check with your local test centre whether the choice to take the test on computer is available to you.

The IELTSx course will prepare you for either version of the test.

Here is a summary of the format for each version of the test:

IELTS on Paper

The Listening, Reading and Writing sections are done on paper. The Speaking test is carried out face-to-face with a trained IELTS Examiner.

IELTS on Computer

The Listening, Reading and Writing sections are done on a computer. The Speaking test is still done face-to-face with a trained IELTS Examiner.