If you're a working professional balancing a demanding career with a dream of seeking global opportunities, you can foresee the challenge of fitting IELTS preparation and testing into your busy schedule.
When you’ve to prove your English language skills to open new doors with study, work and visa pathways, many others like you have trusted in this one solution: taking IELTS on Computer.
Read on to see how this test format fits the needs of today's test takers, testifying their pleasant experiences of how it offers flexibility, speed and efficiency to help them progress in life goals.
Meet the test-takers with a shared goal
IELTS delivers over 3 million tests globally every year. Think about it: that’s more people in the world just like you, sharing a common goal to find a brighter future by demonstrating your English proficiency!
Maybe similar to Jeeveenraaj S Mareshvara, a Malaysian test taker, you only have a specific window to schedule and take your IELTS test, due to work and other commitments.
You could be a jobseeker like Vu Dang Khanh Linh from Vietnam, who found a job in a field she loves with her overall score of 8.5 after taking IELTS on Computer.
Maybe you have an overseas university and study major you’re aiming for like Aye Hsu Mon, an IELTS for UKVI Academic test taker in Thailand. Or you might be hoping to build a new life in an English-speaking country.
No matter where you’re from and wherever you’re headed, IELTS on Computer can be the bridge to your big ambitions.
Why IELTS on Computer?
IELTS on Computer has several benefits for test-takers.
Book a test when you’re short on time
In Jeeveenraaj’s case, he chose to take this format as there were more test dates and timings, and he “had a very specific window to give the examination due to time constraints and other responsibilities.”
Imagine the frustration of missing a crucial application deadline because you couldn't find a test date close enough.
Charlotte Chen, another working professional in Singapore avoided this outcome thanks to IELTS on Computer: “I was given a very tight deadline of only a week to complete my English test which I needed to meet the English test requirements for my MBA application to a British university.”
“I was really glad that I could book a slot at IDP for my IELTS test, within five days,” Charlotte shared. Test flexibility offered by IELTS on Computer helps eliminate this stress, putting you in control of your schedule.
Save time and money with free IELTS preparation resources
If you're unsure where to start your preparation and need to grasp the test quickly, there are many IDP IELTS preparation tools you can use to avoid wasting precious time.
“I could actually practise on the go like when I take my bus or when I’m waiting for someone. I could quickly look through some of the questions and practise in my head,” Charlotte recalled. “I used those free resources to understand the question types, the scoring rubrics, and to understand the common mistakes to avoid."
Jeeveenraaj also recommends utilising resources like the IELTS by IDP app and free Masterclass webinars. The app offers practice tests, tips and strategies, while the webinars provide expert insights and advice. Combining these resources with dedicated study time can significantly improve your chances of success.
Conquer new challenges leading up to the test
Taking IELTS can be daunting, from preparation to test day logistics. If you're feeling overwhelmed, knowing that IDP provides excellent support can make a huge difference. Clear instructions, efficient processes, and helpful staff can turn a potentially stressful experience into a smooth and manageable one.
They can help you feel confident on test day, as Vu Dang Khanh Linh had experienced. She shared, “it was tricky to get used to the computer-based test because I’ve been familiar with the paper-based test for a long time. But with instruction from staff, it was pretty easy to navigate through the test.”
Another IELTS on Computer test taker and corporate employee, Tran Viet Duc, shared how he tackled the test, “You should do these IELTS tests in a way that best expresses your capacity to utilise English.”
With an 8.5 individual score on his Speaking test, Tran Viet Duc advised further, “IELTS wants to bring out the very best in you, so you should feel more free and just be comfortable with who you are. It was very easy for me to express myself and explore things in ways that I usually wouldn't be able to.”
Faster results delivered
IELTS on Computer offers faster results, typically delivered within 2 days. Some areas send your IELTS scores in just 1 day. This means you can receive your scores quickly and move forward with crucial applications without delay.
It’s about keeping your momentum going and seizing opportunities as they arise. You can heave a sigh of relief of knowing that your IELTS score is in hand, in time for a university application or visa submission deadline.
Opportunities unlocked with IELTS on Computer
The positive impact of a successful IELTS result goes beyond simply meeting an English proficiency test requirement. It could be the key to securing a place at your dream university, landing a job in your chosen field, or even immigrating to a new country. It's about empowering you to take control of your future, as these IELTS on Computer test takers have done.
Like them, you can discover these opportunities by demonstrating your English proficiency and getting a good IELTS score to make these dreams a reality soon.
Explore our test knowledge bank, including IELTS practice tests, and free IELTS preparation guides to improve your skills. Start this journey early and book IELTS on Computer test with IDP today!