IELTS Academic
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What is Academic IELTS?
IELTS Academic is designed for students planning to study at undergraduate or postgraduate levels in English-speaking countries. It assesses whether you're ready to begin studying in an environment where English is the language of instruction.
- Required for university admission in most English-speaking countries
- Recognized by professional bodies for registration purposes
- Tests academic English skills needed for lectures, research, and assignments
- Uses authentic academic texts and lecture materials
The test evaluates four key skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking, with scores on a Band scale of 1 to 9. The Speaking test is conducted face-to-face with a certified examiner to assess real communication skills.
Why Academic IELTS?
University Admission
Essential for undergraduate and postgraduate applications to universities worldwide.
Academic Skills
Develops critical reading, academic writing, and lecture comprehension skills.
Professional Registration
Required by medical councils and other professional bodies for certification.
Research Preparation
Prepares you for academic research and publishing in English.
Test Format
Listening
30 minutes + 10 minutes transfer time
4 sections, 40 questions total
- Section 1: Everyday social conversation
- Section 2: Monologue in social context
- Section 3: Educational discussion (2-4 speakers)
- Section 4: Academic lecture (monologue)
Reading
60 minutes, 40 questions
3 long academic reading passages
- Texts from books, journals, and newspapers
- Includes diagrams, graphs, or illustrations
- Questions test reading strategies and comprehension
No extra time to transfer answers
Writing
60 minutes, 2 tasks
Task 1 (20 mins)
Describe visual information (graph, chart, diagram)
Minimum 150 words, academic style
Task 2 (40 mins)
Write an academic essay (minimum 250 words)
Present and justify an opinion, analyze issues
Speaking
11-14 minutes, face-to-face interview
Part 1: Introduction (4-5 mins)
General questions about yourself and familiar topics
Part 2: Long Turn (3-4 mins)
Speak on an academic topic for 1-2 minutes after 1 minute preparation
Part 3: Discussion (4-5 mins)
Abstract discussion linked to Part 2 topic
Eligibility
Age Requirement
Recommended for students 16+ years old
ID Requirement
Valid passport or national ID
Academic Purpose
Intended for higher education applicants
Unlimited Attempts
Take as many times as needed