The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is owned by the Cambridge ESOL, the British Council and IDP Australia. IELTS is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who want to work or study in countries where English is the primary language of communication.

IELTS is available in two modules, Academic or General Training. You must decide prior to applying which module is best for you. Please note that the General Training Module is not offered on all stated test dates.

  • The Academic module is for people who want to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree course or who wish to register with a professional body.
  • The General Training module focuses on basic survival skills in a broader social and educational setting. General Training is suitable if you are joining a training programmes or doing work experience in English speaking countries, but is not designed for degree level. This module is also for those wishing to emigrate to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.