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What is IELTS? - Test Module

IELTS is available in two modules: Academic and General Training.

Academic Module

For Study Purpose – Academic Module

Choose Academic, if you plan to undertake further or higher education study abroad.

Assess whether a candidate is ready to study or train in the medium of English at an undergraduate or postgraduate level. Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses should be based on the results of these modules.

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 General Training Module

For Work or Immigration Purpose – General Training Module

Choose General Training, if you plan to complete secondary study, receive non-academic training, work or immigrate to English speaking countries.

Emphasise basic survival skills in a broad social and educational context. General Training modules are not designed to test the full range of formal language skills required for academic purposes.

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