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An Introduction to IELTS

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is used as the language of communication.
The exam consists of reading, writing, speaking and listening modules. You will receive a separate score for each module and an overall score.
Many universities ask for a particular IELTS score as an entry requirement.
Scores range from 1-9 but universities generally require a score of about 6.5.
Preparing for IELTS will also help you develop the language and essay writing skills which you will need as a university student.
Taking the IELTS Test

The IELTS can be taken in sevral centres in London. Results are given within two weeks of the test.
It is advisable to book your IELTS test as early as possible as centres get very busy in summer.
Preparation Course Content

The course will focus on the following areas.
    Speaking
  • Discussion skills
  • Giving speeches
  • Developing fluency
  • Using intonation effectively
    Listening
  • Listening for gist
  • Listening for detail
  • Interpreting intonation patterns
  • Note -taking
    Reading
  • Increasing reading speed
  • Practising skimming and scanning reading
  • Developing vocabulary deduction skills
  • Identifying opinions in a text
    Writing
  • Essay writing skills
  • Expanding range of vocabulary and phrases
  • Using graphs and diagrams to support ideas
  • Building complex sentences
    Study skills
  • Ways of focusing effectively on your studies both inside and outside the classroom
  • Developing the study skills which will be required in a British university
  • Ways of analysing your strengths and weaknesses.
    Test taking skills During this course you will have a chance to:
  • Fully understand the test format
  • Do a mock exam and timed practice in test conditions for speaking, reading, writing and listening modules
  • Receive advice on how to do well in the IELTS test.
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