Why take the IELTS test?

If you are planning to study for a professional or academic qualification abroad or if you want to meet entry requirements visa processing, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) certificate offers an accurate assessment of your English level for imigration purposes or for college entrance requirements abroad.

IELTS tests are:

			recognised worldwide
			available in 106 countries
			accepted by universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and North America
			able to give you results (Test Report Form) within 13 working days after you take the test
			open to anyone aged sixteen and above

Two types of tests are available:

			Academic: if you intend to study abroad
			General Training: if you plan to go to English speaking countries to complete your secondary education, undertake work experience or training, or to emigrate.

New

From 1 May 2006, candidates do not have to wait 90 days.to re-apply:

After 1 May 2006 it does not matter how recently the last test was, the candidate who sits an exam in April, can now re-sit in May or June, or as soon as there is a vacancy.

For detailed information about each test type,see the IELTS website (www.ielts.org)

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You can obtain further information by contacting exams services at British Council 87 Avenue Mohamed - 1002 Tunis Belvédère, Tunis