Academic –

The Writing section of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test is an examination taken by students who want to pursue higher education in an English-speaking country. This test gauges a candidate’s ability to put into words– ideas and reflections. It precisely monitors how articulate the candidate is when it comes to non-verbal communication.

The Academic Writing test consists of two writing tasks. In Task 1, you are asked to pen down a precise report on the given info graphic. You need to write no less than 150 words (there is no upper limit) in about 20 minutes. In Task 2, you are instructed to write an essay. You need to write your response in at least 250 words (there is no upper limit) in about 40 minutes.

Overall Time Duration is 60 minutes.

General Test –

The General test is for people dreaming of going to work in or emigrate to the UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada or New Zealand. It is widely accepted for:

Visa and employment applications

Education at high-school level

Non-academic training such as practical vocational courses

It is different to the IELTS Academic test which is required by universities and professional registration bodies.

Test Format

Task 1 (20 minutes) – You are required to write a letter requesting information or explaining the situation in relation to a specific circumstance.

The letter must be in one of the following styles as appropriate to the situation:

Formal – to someone you don’t know

Informal – to a friend or close family member

Task 2 (40 minutes) – You will be required to write an essay on a topic of general interest. Your essay will be a response to a specific point of view, problem or argument that will be stated in the question.

Overall Time Duration is 60 minutes.