IELTS is aimed at people who want to study in an English-speaking environment, work in or emigrate to an English-speaking country, or get a job in your own country where English proficiency is required. For this reason, there are two IELTS tests to choose from: Academic or General Training
Key facts about IELTS
Academic and General Training
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Test length: 2 hours and 45 minutes long.
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Test format: 4 sections, including Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
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The Listening, Reading, and Writing sections take place on the same day with no breaks in between. The Speaking section may be scheduled on the same day or up to 7 days before or after the other section.
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Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
S1 - First Meeting
Week 5 - Exploring the IELTS preparation materials IELTS practice tests. Prepare for success with our IELTS test preparation materials. Find practice tests, masterclasses, podcasts, videos, articles and more.
IELTS Listening Practice Test 2025 with answers Can you pass this exam?
British Council Listening Skill Level B1 listening phone call from a customer
The internet has more 'media'
than 'social'*