Are you planning to study or train abroad? Are you applying to an institution and need to prove your level of English? Do you need to raise your standard in English? Then we can help you with an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.

Where is IELTS recognised?

IELTS is accepted by most British, Australian, Canadian and New Zealand academic institutions. In the United States it is increasingly gaining recognition as an alternative to TOEFL (Teaching of English as a Foreign Language).

What type of IELTS should you take?

You can take either the Academic or General Training Reading and Writing modules. Choose  the Academic Reading and Writing module if you are planning to undertake academic study in a higher education institution.

If you are planning to undertake non-academic training or apply for immigration to Australia, Canada or New Zealand, we recommend you take the General Training Reading and Writing modules.

You will be tested in listening, reading, writing and speaking whichever module you decide to take. If you are unsure of which module to take, please ask our exams officer.

How much will IELTS cost?

Fees for the exam is SDG 450 for either the General Training or Academic modules. We only accept the equivalent for all payments in Sudanese pounds.

For your convenience we hold a small stock of the Specimen Materials Packs which are offered for sale to candidates at cost of SDG 50 per pack. In the packs, the listening and the speaking components are provided on a CD.

When and where will the test be?

Although test dates vary, we run a regular testing service so you can take the exam throughout the year. To find out when you can take your test, please click here.

Usually, tests are taken in our centre. Sometimes, you may need to take the test elsewhere - we will let you know one week before the test if this happens.

The test begins at 0900. You will take the Writing, Reading and Listening papers together. The writing and reading papers last for 60 minutes each and the listening paper for app 45 minutes.

The Speaking test is taken separately and lasts for about 15 minutes. You will receive confirmation of your time slot for this test from our exams team

When and how will you receive your results?

You will receive your results within two weeks.

Results will be returned to you as a Test Report Form. There is no pass or fail mark. Scores are given on a band scale of one to nine (with one being a non-user and nine being an expert user of the English language). Download or read through a copy of the IELTS handbook for more detailed information.