There are two IELTS modules which candidates can choose from: the Academic or the General Training Module.

The Academic Reading and Writing module is recommended for candidates who want to pursue under- or postgraduate studies.

The General Training Reading and Writing module is not intended to test the full range of language skills required for academic purposes. The emphasis is on basic skills that are used in a broad social and educational context. It is most suitable for candidates who are going to English speaking countries (e.g. to complete their secondary education, undertake work or for immigration purposes).

Most candidates prepare using self-study materials.

In addition, IELTS Specimen Materials Packs with CD can be purchased from the British Council at 40.00KM. The pack includes a full practice test with answer key so you can gain experience in the format of the test and get an idea of your level.

The material has been produced according to Cambridge ESOL's Question Paper Production cycle and is the only preparation resource that is endorsed by all three IELTS partners.

IELTS  Academic test dates for the Chevening Applicants:

To register for IELTS test you will need to submit the following documents, either by post or in person:

			completed application form
			two recent passport-size photographs
			proof of payment
			photocopy of the identification document stated in the application form (ID card or passport)

Each IELTS session has a limited number of places and the place is offered to applicants on a first come first served basis. We can only guarantee a place in the exam after we have received your complete application.

An invitation letter or email specifying the time and place of the test will be sent to candidates one week before the test date. Speaking part of the IELTS test may sometimes take place up to seven days before or after the date of the written part of the test. If this is the case, you will be informed in the invitation letter / email.

Occasionally, the centres will have spare copies of the test papers and may be able to register candidate even after the registration period has passed. In this case we will need to receive your application form and the proof of payment no later than four days before the test date. For administrative reasons the centres are not in a position to accept registrations passed this deadline.

Your registration is only valid upon payment of the fee. Currently, the only method of payment available in BiH is via bank transfer or postal order. The following are sample payment forms:

			IELTS preparation pack
			IELTS test registration
			Additional copies of test results

Please note that, in case of incomplete payment, your registration will be cancelled on the last day of the registration period without notification.

The test starts at 0830 and candidates need to be present at the venue specified in the invitation letter no later than 0800. You will need to have your identification document with at all times as you will be required to present it at admission to each stage of the test. The following is an indication of a likely schedule on the day of your test:

	Arrival and registration			0800 – 0820
	Listening part			0830 – 0900
	Reading part			0915 – 1015
	Writing part			1030 – 1130
	Break			1130 – 1200
	Speaking part			from 1200 onwards (allow for 13–15 minutes per candidate)

Results are issued thirteen days after the test date. Please note that in order to ensure confidentiality of your personal data we will not be able to release your results or any part of your score either over the phone or email.

Scores are recorded on a Test Report Form (TRF) showing overall ability as well as performance in each sub-test. Only one TRF will be issued per candidate, which can be collected personally or sent to the candidate’s address as stated on the application form. Alternatively you may wish to access you results on-line at http://ielts-results.britishcouncil.org where they will be posted directly.

Up to five additional copies of the TRF may further be sent to institutions specified in application form (eg immigration bodies or universities).

It is possible to obtain further copies of TRF at 10.00KM per copy. Candidates requiring additional copies of their TRF will need to complete Additional TRF Form and send it to British Council, Ljubljanska 9, 71000 Sarajevo along with a photocopy of the identification document stated in the original application form and a proof of payment.

The IELTS test result is valid for 2 years. However, some universities or organisations may have their own regulations concerning the period of validity. Your IELTS results are comparable to the Common European Framework levels issued by the Council of Europe.

Candidates may cancel their registration or transfer test dates during the registration period.

Candidates who seek to cancel their registration after the registration period will only receive a refund if they can demonstrate to the administrator that their ability to sit the test has been affected by illness or serious cause. Serious causes include:

			Serious illness – e.g. hospital admission or serious injury (does not include minor illness such as a mild cold)
			Loss or bereavement death of a close family member
			Hardship / trauma (victim of crime, victim of traffic accident)
			Military service
			Evidence of illness or serious cause must be provided within 5 days of the test date.

Candidates who seek to transfer their dates after the registration period will be granted transfer at the discretion of the administrator and subject to availability of places on their preferred test date.

Test centres make every effort to cater for candidates with special needs, to enable them to best understand questions and tasks and to give their answers. It is our aim for the language level of all candidates to be assessed fairly and objectively. If you require a modified version of the test, e.g. Braille, you must give the test centre three months’ notice. This notice period is necessary for the modified test version to be prepared. If your circumstances require special administrative arrangements only to be made, e.g extra time, you must give the test centre six weeks’ notice.

Full details of these arrangements are given at www.ielts.org.