IELTS – FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions)

Does every country accept IELTS scores?IELTS is recognised by a number of institutions, mostly in the U.K., Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. In the U.S., the number of institutions that accepts IELTS is increasing as of July 2018, standing at 3,300.You are advised to check the criteria of each institution at https://www.ielts.org/about-the-test/who-accepts-ielts-scoresFor international programmes in Thailand, IELTS has been one of the standardised tests recognised by universities; however, requirements differ from among programmes as well as universities. You are also advised to check the admission requirements of each programme.
What are qualifications required for an IELTS examiner ?A qualified IELTS examiner must hold at least a bachelor degree or a Master’s degree. A certificate of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) or Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is also required. A successful candidate must also be trained on how to access speaking and writing tests before his accreditation. According to the application form, both qualified native and non-native speakers are eligible for the position.
What is IELTS academic test?IELTS academic is one of the two modules of the test. It is designed to meet the requirements of academic programmes for international students to continue their study at undergraduate or post-graduate level in English speaking countries.
Between TOEFL and IELTS , which one is easier?Either of them is easier than the other. Both are English proficiency test evaluating the same language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.The main difference is test administration. IELTS is paper-based, while TOEFL is internet-based. If you are familiar with the paper format, IELTS should be your choice.
What is a minimum IELTS score for Canadian university admission ?It depends on the institution and the programme. Please consult the admission office.
Why do we need IELTS ?We need IELTS broadly in two purposes: General Training and Academic Modules.General Training is designed for people who plan to work in an English speaking country.Academic IELTS is required by educational institutions for admission.
What is the main purpose of IELTS ?General Training IELTS is to certify English proficiency for general work. It is also required for a VISA process.Academic IELTS is a requirement for higher education in English speaking countries or local international programmes.
How proficiency is a person with an IELTS score of 7 ?A person whose IELTS score is 7 canUnderstand a long sentence.Express ideas fluently.Adapt his/her language to the context.Produce grammatical and well-organized structures.
How much does it cost to take the IELTS ?As of August, 2019, the fee is 230 USD.
What level is 6.5 in IELTS ?Below the thresholds of a 7-banded score mentioned aboveA person at a score of 6.5May have difficulty interpreting implicit meaning in reading passages.Can express his/her ideas with hesitationMay have grammatical problems when constructing a long and complex sentence.
Is a 7.5 on IELTS good?Above the thresholds of a 7-banded score mentioned aboveA person at a score of 7.5Can use idiomatic expressionsCan pronounce words correctly without causing difficulty for the listeners.