Introduction to IELTS
Introduction
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 the language of communication.
Why take IELTS?
- IELTS is an internationally recognized assessment test. It is recommended by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK.
- The Big Four international accounting firms, the Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA) and the Civil Service Bureau of Hong Kong have adopted the IELTS as their preferred standard for English language assessment for recruitment.
- IELTS will assess students’ English language ability in four communicative skills, namely, listening, reading, writing and speaking, and studying for the examination will help students to improve their overall language proficiency.
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Test Format and Preparation Tips
An IELTS test is made up of four modules:
How long before you plan to sit IELTS?
- More than 6 months? (Long-term Study Plan)
- Less than 6 months? (Short-term Study Plan)