Tips for your IELTS

 

International English Language Testing System, famously known as the IELTS, is a globally recognized, standardized English Proficiency Test that assesses English Language Skills. The tested areas include Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.

This test is recognized by over 9000 organizations worldwide. Students can appear for the examination either through the paper-based medium or through the IELTS online test method.

Modules

IELTS exam preparation can be undertaken in two types of modules - Academic and General Training. Academic Module is required to be given by test takers who plan to study abroad at an undergraduate or postgraduate level. While the General Training Module is generally a prerequisite for candidates who either want to pursue vocational studies or plan to immigrate.

Grading Parameters

Graded on a parameter known as the Band score, the total scale ranges between 0-9. Our IELTS coaching ensures that the students are able to perform to the best of their abilities and meet the required admission criteria. The scores students are required to attain depends on the level of study, course, and university under consideration. The results for the IELTS test are available within 15 working days.

Scores required at study abroad destinations

The English language proficiency of students is tested when they wish to study in UK, and thus, they are required to appear for the IELTS. The minimum score for PG courses is 6.5 and 6.0 for UG studies.

Several top-ranking universities in USA, accept IELTS as a medium of testing a student's proficiency skills. IELTS score of 6.0- 6.5 for Undergraduates and 6.5-7 band for Postgraduate studies is usually sought after.

International students looking to study in Canada, are required to possess certain levels of fluency in the English language. In an attempt to highlight the same, they can appear for the IELTS exam. An IELTS band of 6.0-6.5 for undergraduates & 6.5-7 for postgraduate courses is desirable.

Applicants for Australian universities are required to adhere to certain English language requirements, and in the same effect can appear for the IELTS. A band for 6.0-6.5 is usually sought after by the universities.

If students wish to succeed at a university in New Zealand, they are required to possess competency in the English Language and thus, can appear for the IELTS. A band of 6.0/6.5 for undergraduate & 6.5 / 7.5 for postgraduate courses is suitable.

Tips for IELTS preparation

While the IELTS may seem nerve-wracking at first, with a few tips and tricks you can ace the same and have a smooth sailing experience.

Be Receptive to Accents

A major problem students face, when they appear for the Listening Section of the IELTS, is the accent. A range of native accents is used in the test; therefore, it is of crucial significance that for your IELTS preparation you train yourself to listen and understand the various accents. Watching shows or movies can come in handy since it will help you understand the language.

Understand Instructions

The IELTS is curated in such a manner that it provides specific instructions on what is expected from the candidates. Therefore, students have to be very wary and make sure that they take into consideration the instructions given. Some questions have the maximum word count mentioned, thus, it is of extreme importance that students follow the same, because in case they don’t they will lose marks for the same.

Practice

It is rightly said that practice makes a man perfect, thus, make sure that you keep yourself in constant touch with the language. From reading, writing to even listening and watching make sure that you surround yourself with the language during your IELTS preparation. Keep a track of all the new vocabulary you learn and make sure that you incorporate the same in your writing.

Practice Tests

Another hack to ensuring that you attain a great score in your IELTS is practice tests. Make sure that you undertake these practice tests within the stipulated time frame. This will ensure that on the test day you are able to match up to the time. Moreover, it will also bring to light the places where you are lagging and thus, will help you work on the same.

Use Edwise IELTS Coaching

Edwise offers comprehensive IELTS training services to students looking to give the exam. Taking the current scenario into consideration, we now offer these services from home. This means you can now ace these exams when preparing for them from home with the help of our education experts.