IELTS Test Modules

The IELTS Listening test assesses your ability to understand spoken English in various everyday situations. It is the same for both the IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training.
 

Some common types of questions in the: 

• Multiple Choice Questions
• True/False/Not Given
• Matching headings
• Matching information
• Sentence completion
   

Different Sections of Listening:
 

Section 1 - Conversation in Everyday Context: In this section, you'll hear a conversation between two people, like booking a hotel room or talking to a neighbour. There will be questions to answer based on what you hear.
 

Section 2 - Monologue in Everyday Context: Here, you'll listen to a single speaker providing information in an everyday context, such as giving directions or explaining a service. Again, you'll answer questions about the content.

Section 3 - Conversation in an Educational or Training Context: This section usually involves a conversation between multiple speakers, such as a university tutor and a student discussing an assignment or a trainer and trainees discussing a project. You'll need to answer questions related to the conversation.
 

Section 4 - Academic Lecture or Talk: In this final section, you'll listen to a monologue on an academic topic, like a university lecture or a presentation. The speaker will provide information on a subject, and you'll answer questions based on the topic.

This test assesses your ability to understand and extract information from written texts. It is essential to the IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training Modules. Here's what you need to know:
 

The IELTS Academic Reading Module passages are sourced from various mediums, including books, journals, magazines, newspapers, and online platforms, catering to a general readership. 

The subjects are universally appealing to undergraduate or postgraduate students. The writing styles vary, encompassing narrative, descriptive, and discursive/argumentative forms. 
 

At least one passage presents a thorough, logical argument, and visuals like diagrams or graphs may be included. When technical vocabulary is used, a straightforward dictionary definition is supplied.

In the Academic Reading Module, you will encounter three sections given below:
 

Section 1: This section includes a long, complex text often related to academic topics. You must respond to questions that relate to the details provided in the passage.

Section 2: Another lengthy passage, typically associated with work-related or general interest subjects. Again, questions will be based on the content of the passage.

Section 3: This section features a shorter, more complex text. You must answer questions requiring a deeper understanding of the material.

The sections of the IELTS General Training Reading Module are given below:
 

Section 1 addresses everyday subjects essential for understanding life in an English-speaking environment, including notices, ads, and timetables. 

Section 2 focuses on work-related topics like job descriptions and staff development. 

Section 3 explores a broader area of general interest. It is sourced from newspapers, magazines, books, and online platforms and is longer and more intricate than those in Sections 1 and 2.

We’ll explore the IELTS Speaking test to assess how well you can talk and communicate in English. It is a face-to-face interview with a certified examiner. Speaking consists of three parts to evaluate your spoken English skills.
 

• Part 1 (Introduction): This part begins with some general questions about you, your studies, your interests, and other familiar topics. It's like a warm-up, and it's designed to make you feel more comfortable.
• Part 2 (Long Turn/ Cue Card): You'll receive a task card with a topic and some prompts in this section. You have one minute to prepare, then speak about the subject for one to two minutes. This part examines your ability to talk at length on a given topic.
• Part 3 (Discussion): In the final part, the examiner will ask you more complex questions related to the topic from Part 2. It tests your ability to engage in a detailed conversation and express your thoughts clearly.

IELTS General Training Speaking:
 

• Part 1 (Introduction): Like in the Academic module, this part starts with general questions about yourself, your daily life, and your interests.
• Part 2 (Long Turn/ Cue Card): In this section, you'll receive a task card with a topic to discuss. You'll have one minute to prepare and then need to talk for one to two minutes on the subject.
• Part 3 (Discussion): The last part discusses more abstract and challenging questions related to the topic from Part 2.
   

The Writing Test is a crucial part of the IELTS test that assesses your ability to express yourself in writing. This module is the same for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training.
 

IELTS Academic Training Writing:
 

Task 1 (150 words): 

• In the first task, you'll see a graph, chart, table, diagram, letter or map, and you must describe the information in your own words. For example, you will be asked to write a letter responding to a given situation. 
• Keep it under 20 minutes, use at least 150 words, or you might get penalised for being too brief. 
• Longer Task 1 means less time for Task 2, which is more critical for your Writing score. This task tests your ability to present information in a clear and organised way.

Task 2 (250 words): 
 

• The second task is an essay. You'll be given a topic or a question, and you need to write an essay that presents an argument, shares your opinion, or discusses a problem. 
• This task assesses your ability to express and support your ideas effectively. You need to write a letter correctly and clearly when facing a situation. 
• Use an academic or semi-formal style, organise your thoughts, and give examples or evidence from your experience. Spend no more than 40 minutes, write at least 250 words, and avoid being too brief to prevent penalties.

IELTS General Training Writing:
 

Task 1 (150 words): In this task, you will be asked to write a letter. It could be a formal letter to request information or an informal letter to a friend, for example, inviting them to an event. The key is to convey your message clearly and appropriately.

Task 2 (250 words): You'll receive a topic or a question of general interest. You need to write an essay expressing your point of view on it.