About the IELTS test

About the IELTS Test

We explain what the IELTS is and give answers to frequently asked questions

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IELTS Summary
  • The IELTS test assesses 4 skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking
  • The general training test is typically for people who wish to work abroad
  • The academic test is typically for people who wish to study abroad.