IELTS is the International English Language Testing System which tests English proficiency across the globe. The test measures the language proficiency of people who want to study or work in environments where English is used as a language of communication. An easy-to-use 9-band scale clearly identifies proficiency level, from non-user (band score 1) through to expert (band score 9).
IELTS is available in two test formats – Academic or General Training – and provides a valid and accurate assessment of the four language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
The IELTS Academic test is for people applying for higher education or professional registration in an English speaking environment. It reflects some of the features of academic language and assesses whether you are ready to begin studying or training. Academic measures English language proficiency needed for an academic, higher learning environment.
The Academic format is for those who want to study or train in a university that teaches in English at undergraduate or postgraduate level, or institutions of higher and further education. Many professions (e.g. medical, nursing, accounting, engineering) also require an Academic test result for registration purposes in many countries.
The General Training module is intended for candidates who are going to English-speaking countries to complete their secondary education, to undertake work experience or training programs not at degree level, or for immigration purposes to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. The test focuses on basic survival skills in broad social and workplace contexts. If you’re applying for Tier 1 and Tier 2 visas to the UK, this is the test for you.
Prepare for test:
ASCOM offers the best IELTS test preparation services. ASCOM qualified and trained staff is providing training to students on taking exam for higher studies and work in countries where official language is English.
Please contact ASCOM Consulting office for information and registration. Our staff will help you in online registration and payment . You will also be guided on the type of test that suits your need. Make sure you bring your identity document (your passport or national identity card) the identity document must be valid at the time of registration and the same ID document must be presented on the day of the test.
IELTS for UKVI’ is a UK government approved Secure English Language Test (SELT). This means that the test can be used to prove your English language abilities in support of a UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) application.
If you are taking the Academic or General Training test for UK visa applications, you will need to make sure that the test is taken at a UKVI approved test centre. Academic and General Training tests for UK visa applications and non-UK visa applications are the same – same content, examiners, format, level of difficulty, scoring and so on.
IELTS Academic and General Training for UKVI are designed to meet certain administrative requirements that are specified by the UK Home Office. The actual test taken is the same as IELTS (for all other purposes), same content, examiners, format, level of difficulty, scoring and so on. The difference is in the customer journey on the test day. Test Report Forms will be slightly different, to show that you have taken the test at an IELTS UK visa session.
IELTS preparation course can be arranged for variable duration as per your requirement and online Skype lessons will be arranged as per your ease of access.
| Duration | Price |
| 1 Hour | Free Assessment |
| 2 Hours | £30 |
| 4 Hours | £56 |
| 6 Hours | £84 |
| 8 Hours | £110 |
| 10 Hours | £135 |
| 20 Hours | £260 |
| 30 Hours | £380 |
| 40 Hours | £500 |
