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General Overview

Eliot Friesen-Meyers
Lesson by Eliot Friesen-Meyers
Magoosh Expert
Summary
This overview introduces the IELTS exam, detailing its purpose, formats, creators, structure, and registration process, providing essential information for prospective test-takers.
  • The IELTS exam measures English language proficiency for academic, immigration, or employment purposes.
  • There are two main versions of the IELTS: Academic and General Training, tailored to different needs.
  • The IELTS is a collaboration among the British Council, IDP Education, and Cambridge English Language Assessment, featuring a variety of English accents.
  • The exam takes 2 hours and 45 minutes, divided into Listening, Reading, Writing, and a separate Speaking section.
  • IELTS is offered at 1,100 locations worldwide, with registration requiring selection of a date, location, and payment of the fee.
Chapters
00:01
Introduction to the IELTS
00:44
Exam Structure and Content
03:29
Registration and Scheduling