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IELTS Academic assesses how well you can use English in an academic environment.
Students applying to high schools or vocational training programs in English-speaking countries might need to take this test.
If you would like to study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in the UK, you can take IELTS for UKVI.
Didn't get the band score you require? Check to see if you're eligible for a One Skill Retake.
Access the IELTS Prepare hub to view articles, videos and register for a practice event near you or online.
Check your language level and get personalised suggestions on how to improve your English and prepare for IELTS.
Check your provisional IELTS results online and do more.
Get advice you can trust. Our experts answer the most frequently asked questions about IELTS.
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Learn about what you should expect on test day, from the check-in process to test taker tips to ensure you are best prepared for the test.
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The Listening, Reading, and Writing parts of the test are completed immediately after each other on the same day. In some test centres, you will sit the Speaking test on the same day, or up to 7 days before or after your test date.
If you take IELTS on computer, the Speaking test will be taken on the same day, either before, or after the other three parts of the test.
Should I take IELTS on computer or paper?
Get familiar with taking the IELTS on computer test
IELTS Academic and General free practice tests
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