The IELTS test has two forms: 

• IELTS Academic
• IELTS General 

Candidates can choose between one of these two exam forms depending on their purpose of studying abroad, settling down or working

Candidates will have to complete 2 articles with given topics related to topics popular with students who want to study at the Bachelor and Master's level in an international environment.

Question 1 in the Writing section: Candidates will be provided with a chart, graph or table and asked to explain the information and data in the test. Candidates should apply appropriate interpretation with clear conclusions. 

Question number 2 in the Writing test: Candidates are asked to express their opinion on the issue or topic raised in the test. Candidates need to persuade with arguments and data to support their ideas.

Similar to IELTS Academic, the Writing section of IELTS General Training also includes two questions. However, the questions are usually relatively easier than IELTS Academic. 

Question number 1 in the Writing section: Candidates will write a letter based on a specific situation. The language used can be academic or spoken style depending on the required topic. 

Question 2 in the Writing section: Candidates will be asked to write an essay based on the content of the letter in question 1 and need to clearly state their personal opinions to respond to the question.

The IELTS listening section consists of four parts with each recording being 3 minutes long and edited from a combination of monologues and conversations between multiple individuals. The recording will only be played once and candidates will have to answer a set of questions appropriate to each listening section. The question format can contain multiple answers or fill in the blanks, write short answers and choose an appropriate title for the chart.  IELTS

listening skills in parts 1 and 2 will be based on everyday social situations. 

Recording 1 : A conversation between two people in an everyday social situation. 

Recording 2 : Simple monologue based on everyday situations. 

• IELTS listening sections 3 and 4 will be based on highly educational or professional situations.

Recording 3 : Conversation between four people related to the field of education or training. 

Recording 4 : Monologue discussion about a specific subject.

Candidates will meet directly 1-1 to take the test. Examiners will focus on evaluating candidates' knowledge and ability to use English to communicate.

Number of questions: 3

• Questions about personally relevant topics 
• Present a requested topic within the allotted time
• Discuss questions related to the topic in question 2

Questions about personal topics: Candidates need to answer questions related to family, studies, work and hobbies. 

Present a requested topic within the allotted time: Candidates will be provided with a specific topic and have 1 minute to prepare. Then candidates need to present their opinions in 2 minutes. The examiner may ask additional questions based on the candidate's presentation. 

Discussion: The examiner will have a discussion with the candidate about a number of issues related to the topic in question 2. The questions in this part are more abstract and in-depth.

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