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Choose your way with IELTS

Life is full of choices. Big ones. Little ones. Some more important than others.

So, whether you dream of studying, working or living abroad, choosing IELTS will bring you one step closer to making this a reality. 
Watch this video to see how IELTS helps test takers get that one step closer.

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Choose your way with IELTS

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Why IELTS?

Quality control

You decide how you want to take the test

With IELTS, you choose how to take your test in a way that suits you – on paper or computer. The test is exactly the same and the Speaking test is still face-to-face with an IELTS examiner.

Opens door of opportunities

IELTS is recognised by more than 10,000 organisations worldwide. It means you can choose what you want to do and where you want to study, work or live. It’s also the only English test that’s accepted by all immigration bodies that ask for an English language test.

Supports your journey

We have a wide range of preparation materials to help you prepare for your test, so can do your best on test day.

What is IELTS?

IELTS is the world’s most popular English language test. It’s accepted by more than 10,000 organisations worldwide, including universities, employers, professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies. It’s the only English test that’s accepted by all immigration bodies that ask for an English language test.
 
It assesses your English language ability across four skills; listening, reading, writing and speaking. If you want to study, work or live in an environment where English is used as the main language of communication, then IELTS is the test for you.
 
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