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	IELTS


	International English Language Testing System

		Locations: Our test centres are in Ramallah, Hebron, and Gaza

		Costs: NIS800. (Additional fees are charged if you need to send test report forms to institutions by courier services)

What is IELTS?

It is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is the language of communication. it is available in two formats - Academic for academic purposes and General for non-academic training and other purposes. It is managed jointly by University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, British Council and IDP (IELTS Australia).

Why take the IELTS?

			It is internationally recognised as a language requirement by universities, professional bodies, employers and other purposes in many countries
			It is the preferred language test of most universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada
			The Canadian, Australian and New Zealand Departments of Immigration use IELTS as a test of language ability prior to granting immigration approval

How do I Register?

1. Download and complete the application form

2. Submit it to your nearest British Council centre two weeks before the exam date with:

			A copy of your identity card or passport
			Two recent and identical passport sized photographs; with a white background and no eyeglasses if you usually wear them. Click here for photo guide

3. Make full payment (NIS 800) on your registration day

4. Please note that when you register you will receive an information for candidates booklet and IELTS candidate leaflet which contains information about the test.

When and where can I take the test?

IELTS test dates for 2012

Date	Venue	Registration Deadline
14 January*	Ramallah, Hebron & Gaza	06 January
18 February	Ramallah & Gaza	10 February
10 March	Ramallah, Hebron & Gaza	01 March
14 April*	Ramallah & Gaza	07 April
12 May	Ramallah & Hebron	28 April
09 June	Ramallah & Gaza	02 June
07 July*	Ramallah, Hebron & Gaza	30 June
04 August	Ramallah & Gaza	26 July
01 September	Ramallah, Hebron & Gaza	15 August
13 October	Ramallah & Gaza	1 October
17 November	Ramallah, Hebron & Gaza	10 November
01 December	Ramallah & Gaza	22 November

Please note that some sessions may close earlier than published registration deadlines if number of candidates reached maximum.

* Academic Only

How can I prepare for the exam?

			You can buy a specific IELTS study pack for the Academic or General training modules for NIS 100 from our offices.
			You can visit the Take ELTS website for the online free handbook and practice tests
			You can practice online free tests on our Learn English website and / or Exam English website
			For Further information for institutions click here
			For Further information for teachers click here

Day of the test essentials:

			Exams usually begin at 08:30, so it is best to be at the venue by 08:00.
			Please bring your ID card or passport. (you must have the same evidence of identity as the number entered on the application form)

Results and further details

			Results are issued within two weeks
			You will receive one copy of the test results; however, you can order additional copies, which can be sent direct to receiving institutions
			A refund is only considered with a minimum of one week's notice, prior to the exam date and upon submission of medical evidence
			if you are interested in detailed information about the test format, types and results please download the information for candidates leaflet or visit the IELTS website
			If you have any more questions please do not hesitate to contact us .