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IELTS PREPARATION COURSES

What is the IELTS exam?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is an examination for people who plan to emigrate or study overseas. It tests the complete range of language skills that are needed by students and professionals in English-speaking environments. It is an internationally recognised exam that tests English language competence.

How will the course help me?
Our IELTS Preparation courses will help you:

  • prepare for the IELTS exam
  • practice the type of questions you will face in the examination
  • understand the kind of answers the examiner expects from you
  • teach you the techniques to help improve your score
  • familiarise yourself with the test format and time restrictions

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What LEVEL are IELTS Preparation courses?
To be eligible to join our IELTS preparation courses, you have to have a General English level that is equivalent to Upper-Intermediate level.

This chart shows the minimum General English level required before you can do our IELTS Preparation courses.

This is because the IELTS Preparation courses will not improve your overall LEVEL of English, but improve your exam techniques and strategies and help you get the best score that you can.  Your foundation of English has to be quite solid before you should attempt the exam.

When are the IELTS Preparation Courses held?

Intensive courses are of 20 hours duration. The following courses are planned over the next few months:

Course dates                       Timings
7 - 11 July 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
21 - 23 July 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.   
18 - 20 August 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
25 - 29 August 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
1 - 5 September 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.   
22 - 26 September 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

The next course will be held from 18 August – 13 October 2008.

Regular Courses are of eight weeks duration and classes are held twice a week for two hours. Times change on a termly basis.

The next course will be held from 17 March – 10 May 2008.

*Days and times are subject to change so please check with the English Language Teaching Centre for the latest information.

However, seats are limited and admission will be on first-come first-served basis. All you have to do is make an appointment for a placement test on any Saturday from 10.30 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. by coming into the British Council or by telephoning. We will assess your level of English and advise you on your eligibility. You can then register for any course in advance.

Venue: The British Council, Delhi
Fees: Intensive Courses Rs 8,100
Fees: Regular Courses Rs 10,300
Please log on to the Cambridge website for more information. And to know more on how to apply for the IELTS exam, click here.
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