The computer-based IELTS test is becoming increasingly popular with many flexible options for test dates and quick results. Thanks to the convenience of computers, candidates can work faster during the test and easily achieve high scores. The article below will help you get acquainted with the computer-based IELTS test format as well as how to register for the computer-based IELTS test at IDP.
1. Advantages of computer-based IELTS test
IDP organized the first IELTS exam in Vietnam in 2018, with a test format similar to the paper test in terms of content, question types, scoring as well as security principles throughout the test process. . For those of you who have little contact with computers, you can absolutely choose the paper-based test depending on your ability.
1.1. Flexible computer-based IELTS test schedule
The IDP computer-based ielts test schedule is quite diverse, held continuously from Monday to Sunday with many test shifts during the day, allowing you to flexibly choose to suit your schedule.
1.2. Receive IELTS test results on computer quickly in just 1-2 days
After completing all skills of the IELTS test, results will be returned quickly in just 1 to 2 days, faster than the paper-based test.
1.3. The structure of the IELTS test on computer is similar to the test on paper
The structure of the computer test will not change compared to the paper-based IELTS test. Listening, Reading, and Writing skills will be tested on computers. The Speaking test will still be taken directly with the examiner for 15 minutes. At IDP, candidates can proactively choose 4 skills to test in 1 day at the same location.
2. Explore the computer-based IELTS test format
To understand and prepare well for each skill during the test on the computer, you can refer to the short video describing the overview of the IELTS test on the computer here.
Before taking the exam, take the time to familiarize yourself with and understand the regulations for IELTS on the computer, the test structure as well as practice the types of questions that may appear in the test.
3. Overview of the computer-based IELTS Listening test
To help candidates confidently score points in the IELTS Listening test on computers, IDP is equipped with international quality noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones, helping you stay absolutely focused during the test. You will have 3 minutes to check your answers instead of 10 minutes to transfer answers like the paper exam.
Don't forget to practice sample tests to help you analyze information and keep up with the listening progress of each lesson. Common test types in the computer-based IELTS Listening test include:
Multiple Choice Questions
Matching Information
Form Completion
Note Completion
Complete the data table (Table Completion)
Flow-chart Completion
Summary Completion (Summary Completion)
Sentence Completion
Short Answer Question
Determine the type of Plan, map, chart (Labeling Plan/Map/Diagrams)
Additionally, you can see more detailed question types in the IELTS Listening test.
4. Overview of the computer-based IELTS Reading test
For the Reading test, the test screen will be designed to be divided into two parts including topics and questions, making it convenient for you to compare content and complete the test, without wasting time flipping through each page like the test. paper exam.
For matching answer types, you just need to drag and drop the mouse to connect the answers. This function is extremely convenient and saves time. Besides, you do not have to transfer your answers to the answer sheet like when taking a paper exam.
Common test types in the IELTS Reading test on computers include:
True/False/Not given, Yes/No/Not Given format
Matching Heading Questions (Matching Heading Questions)
Matching features lesson format (Matching features)
Lesson format: Matching information together (Matching information)
Matching endings
Test format Choose the answer (Multiple choice)
Short answer questions format (Short answer questions)
Gap Fill format (Fill in the blanks)
Completing sentences (Completing sentences)
Completing diagrams (Completing diagrams)
5. Overview of the computer-based IELTS Writing test
For the Writing test, the computer-based IELTS test time for Task 1 and Task 2 is 60 minutes. The convenience of taking the test on a computer is that the computer system will automatically count the number of words for each article, helping you control the number of words you have written, thereby presenting the test accordinglccordingly.
For those of you whose handwriting is not good, taking the IELTS test on the computer allows you to edit or copy sentences. This not only saves time but also helps make the article presentation cleaner.
6. Overview of the computer-based IELTS Speaking test
Whether you choose the paper-based IELTS test or the computer-based IELTS test, the Speaking test will be taken directly with the examiner within 15 minutes. When registering for the IELTS IDP test, candidates can flexibly choose the Speaking test schedule on the same day as the remaining skills.
7. IDP addresses for taking IELTS on computers:
TP.HCM:
- HCMC1: 161 Hai Bà Trưng, P. Võ Thị Sáu, Q.3
- HCMC3: số 02 Nguyễn Thị Thập, Khu đô thi Him Lam, Q.7
- HCMC4: 226 Lê Văn Sỹ, P.10, Tân Bình
Hà Nội:
- HN1: 15-17 Ngọc Khánh, Quận Ba Đình
- HN2: Tòa nhà TD, 28 Phan Bội Châu, Quận Hoàn Kiếm
- Trường ĐH Kinh tế Quốc dân : 207 Giải Phóng, Đồng Tâm, Hai Bà Trưng
- TT Anh ngữ IELTS Fighter - Đống Đa: 214 Trường Chinh, Ngã Tư Sở, Q. Đống Đa
Đà Nẵng:
10 Ngô Gia Tự, Quận Hải Châu
Hải Phòng:
TT Anh ngữ Quốc tế Pec - CS Nguyễn Đức Cảnh: 119 Nguyễn Đức CảnCảnh, Hải Phòng
Đồng Nai:
TT Anh ngữ Việt Mỹ VMG - CN Đồng Nai 2: 1209 Phạm Văn Thuận, Biên Hoà
Vũng Tàu:
Hanex English Academy: 85 Nguyễn Thái Học, Phường 7, TP. Vũng Tàu, Bà Rịa - Vũng Tàu
Phan thiết:
TT Anh ngữ INNO Phan Thiết: 189 Tôn Đức Thắng, Phú Thuỷ, Thành phố Phan Thiết, Bình Thuận
Gia Lai:
TT Ngoại ngữ Việt Anh - VES: 30 Trần Quang Khải, TP. Pleiku, Gia Lai
Cần Thơ:
TT Anh ngữ Gia Việt: Số 39, đường Mậu Thân, P. Xuân Khánh, Q. Ninh Kiều, TP. Cần Thơ
Vinh:
TT Anh ngữ IELTS Fighter - Vinh: 74 Hermann, Hưng Phúc, TP. Vinh, Nghệ An
Thanh Hóa:
TT ngoại ngữ IELTS Champions - CS3: HH08 Vinhomes Star City, Thanh Hoá
Hạ Long:
Trung tâm Anh ngữ PISA - Số A2-17, Khu đô thị Monbay, Phường Hồng Hải, TP. Hạ Long
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