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Introduction
IELTS is the acronym for International English Language Testing System. It is a globally recognized and respected standardized English Language Proficiency test to assess the language proficiency of candidates who want to study, work or live in countries where English is the medium of communication. It simply measures the test takers’ ability to communicate in English across all four basic language skills: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
IELTS is recognized by universities and employers in many countries, including UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, USA and many other European countries. It is almost mandatory for all who intend to study, work or live in these countries. Since 1989, IELTS has been proven and trusted worldwide to provide a secure global authentic and customer-focused test which measures true to life ability to communicate in English. Over 8,000 education institutions, faculties, government agencies, immigration authorities and professional organizations around the world recognize IELTS scores as a trusted and valid indicator of proficiency in the English language.
There are two versions of IELTS Test:
The Academic Module
The General Training Module
IELTS Test is administered by 4 organizations:
University of Cambridge ESOL Exams
The British Council
IDP Education Australia
IELTS Australia
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