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IELTS Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Q1<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nHow often can I retake IELTS?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
If your score is unsatisfactory, you must wait 90 days before retaking the test. This regulation applies to IELTS test centers worldwide. (No restrictions apply if you miss the test.)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q2<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nHow long can the IELTS score be valid?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Different educational institutions have varying standards for recognition and acceptance. Generally, if your IELTS score exceeds two years, you need to provide updated supplementary proof of English proficiency from the school you are applying to. <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q3<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nHow should candidates prepare for the IELTS exam?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Attending IELTS courses helps candidates prepare for the IELTS exam<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q4<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nIs there an age limit for the IELTS exam?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
It is recommended that candidates under 16 are temporarily not suitable to take the IELTS exam <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q5<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nI’ve heard that IELTS topics are both professional and difficult …<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
long passages used in Reading and Listening are quite professional. Usually, first-time test-takers find this type of question challenging. Many of the long questions in the essay are related to engineering, biology, and economics. Technical terms also appear, and sometimes you can’t help but wonder, ‘Who would know about this?’<\/span><\/p>\n

But don’t give up. Just take a good look at the questions, and you’ll know that even if you don’t understand technical terms or have no expertise in the field, you’ll still be able to answer. If you encounter technical terms you don’t understand, just set them to X and keep reading to find the answer. The abilities tested by IELTS are only basic English and logical skills. Not the professional knowledge of the subject you are taking. Therefore, by laying a solid foundation in basic English skills, accumulating comprehension and logical thinking techniques, and training your ability to organize your thinking, you will be able to answer questions <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q6<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n

The <\/p>\n

difference between IELTS and TOEFL is<\/strong>:<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
TOEFL and TOEIC are familiar names to English learners. So, what are the differences between IELTS and the American English test?<\/span><\/p>\n

First, the test takers are distinguished. TOEIC targets business professionals. The purpose of the test is to enable them to conduct business in English. On the other hand, IELTS and TOEFL are both English proficiency tests aimed at international students. The purpose of the tests is to assess whether they can attend classes in English at English-speaking schools.<\/span><\/p>\n

Should international students take the IELTS or TOEFL test? Generally, those who want to study in North America need to take the TOEFL, while those in the Commonwealth (UK, Australia, New Zealand, etc.) need to take the IELTS. However, recently, more American universities have started accepting IELTS. Conversely, some UK universities offer ‘TOEFL score certificates are acceptable,’ but most require you to take the IELTS test locally.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are two types of English tests, and what are the differences in content? From the perspective of IELTS test takers, TOEFL. There are several differences.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. TOEFL is computer-based<\/strong>
\n testing, but starting in 2000, all tests were changed to CBT [= Computer-Based Test].
\n IELTS is also planned to be replaced by CBIELTS, but currently only paper-based.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. TOEFL Question Types Formed
\n from Multiple Choice<\/strong> Questions After CBT was introduced, it included questions other than multiple-choice questions, but the traditional multiple-choice questions became more numerous. On the other hand, IELTS is entirely descriptive. That is, you write the symbols, vocabulary, and sentences you want to answer on the answer sheet.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q7<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nComparison of IELTS scores with other English proficiency tests<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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IELTS<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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TOEIC<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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TOEFL<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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TOEFL-CBT<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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GEPT<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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8.0-9.0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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990<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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660<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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287<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Premium<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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7.0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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810<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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600<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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250<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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High-end<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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6.0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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660<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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530<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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197<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Intermediate to advanced level<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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5.0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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520<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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430<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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117<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Intermediate<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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4.0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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380<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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350<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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63<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Beginner<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q8<\/span><\/span><\/td>\n

How long does it take <\/p>\n

to take the IELTS?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
the morning of the test, there are three parts: Listening, Reading, and Writing, each lasting about three hours. On the same day or the following afternoon, there is a one-on-one Speaking test, with each candidate taking 10-15 minutes <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q9<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nIf a candidate wishes to postpone or cancel the exam, what should be done?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
All IELTS <\/span>exam regulations follow the principles of the official Hong Kong public exam and do not accept requests for refunds or fee transfers <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Q10<\/span><\/span><\/td>\nWhen will I know the results?<\/strong><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
They are usually mailed 3 weeks after the test. Please note that phone inquiries will never provide any information. Additionally, the location for notification of scores can be specified in the application form <\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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