IELTS Exam
What’s IELTS?
IELTS is an acronym which stands for: International English Language Testing System. It’s the most popular English language proficiency test and it’s globally recognized.
The test is accepted as proof of your English language proficiency by more than 8,000 organizations around the world. Thus, if you do the IELTS test, your English language speaking skills and proficiency will be recognized and respected anywhere you go.
IELTS is one of the most popular and well-known English language tests. Having such a qualification will improve your career prospects and reach work-related goals.
It tests you on all your English skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. So, future employers will be sure of your expertise and capabilities.
IELTS Description
IELTS is divided into two different types of tests: IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training. Whichever test you choose to take, it should depend on what you – personally – are interested in. IELTS is owned by multiple institutions: the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and Cambridge Assessment English.
IELTS Academic
This test is for assessing your English language proficiency and whether it’s appropriate for an academic environment or not. It basically determines whether you’re ready to start training or studying.
IELTS General Training
The IELTS General Training tests your English language proficiency in practical, everyday situations. It deals with workplace, professional, and social situations.
Who is this Exam for?
The IELTS exam doesn’t have strict criteria when it comes to who is eligible to take it.
- You need to be at least 16 years old.
- You need a valid passport.
IELTS is basically suitable for anyone who:
- Is planning to study in the UK/Australia/Canada/New Zealand/USA
- Is planning to emigrate to Canada/Australia/New Zealand.
- Wants to be a medical professional, or is planning to work or study further in the UK/Australia/USA.
Why Taking This Exam?
IELTS is one of the most popular and well-known English language proficiency tests
Having such a qualification will boost your qualifications for any job that you’ll apply for.
It tests you on all your English skills
Reading, writing, listening, and speaking. So, future employers will be sure of your expertise and capabilities.
IELTS also gives you the opportunity to travel abroad in multiple countries
Like: Canada, The United States, Australia, etc. You could go to such countries in order to live and work there, or even just to study. Either way, IELTS will be a great help for you on your journey.
Looking to emigrate? Take IELTS!
All immigration authorities that require an English language test will accept IELTS.
It also covers both American and British English
So, you don’t need to worry about where you’re going and whether the language you’re studying will be applicable or not; IELTS covers all that you need to know!
How is IELTS Assessed?
IELTS tests you on all areas in your English language proficiency, which will impact your studies or stay abroad. This is because you’ll be assessed on:
Why should you take this exam with IH Cairo?
How could the center you choose give you the exact result you want? It’s a question that you need to ask in order to know which center you should join, because you want to spend your time on something that will benefit you. IH Cairo can guarantee that you’ll learn so much in little time. Because in only 4 weeks, you’ll practice English skills with other learners and qualified English speakers.
You
- Look for a credible center
- Want to learn with English experts
- Need a high-quality learning experience
- Need to speak correctly
- Need a near place
IH Cairo
- Authorized by Cambridge Assessment English
- Qualified tutors with many years of experience
- Have a suitable environment for your success
- Tutors are Cambridge Certified Teachers & IDP IELTS Certified Teachers
- In Dokki so it's very easy to reach with public transportation
Course info
- Course Requirements
- Applicant Profile
- Pricing
- Payment Instructions
- Cancellation
The IELTS test doesn’t have many requirements; almost anyone can take it! All you need is
- to be at least 16 years old.
- And you also need to have a valid passport.
Here are some ways that you can be a good candidate for IELTS:
- Be open to learn: Start your IELTS preparation course with an open mind. You need to focus on the skills you lack and look for a solution to improve yourself.
- Time management: Before starting your course, be sure that you have enough time for the sessions as well as time to study and prepare. This will be easy if you manage your time well.
- Surround yourself with English: Try to make it so you use English on a daily basis. This way, English will come easy to you and you won’t have to take time out of the test to switch your brain to English or translate in your head.
Once you have been accepted onto the IELTS exam you are obliged to pay a deposit in order to reserve your place. The remaining fees must be paid 2 weeks prior to the exam date.
You can pay your deposit and full fees as follows:
- Cash Payment at Reach Out Academy.
- Credit or Debit Card in either GBP/USD/EGP at Reach Out Academy.
Exam Fees
IELTS Exam fees 3400 EGP
Transferring or depositing the due amount to the following Account:
Arab African International Bank – AAIB Account
- Account Name: Reach Out Academy
- Account Number: 521337
- IBAN Egyptian pound Eg980057088005213373931818001
- IBAN Pound sterling Eg200057088005213373931826001
- Branch: Mesaha, Dokki, Giza – Egypt
Commercial International Bank
- Account Name: Reach Out Academy
- Account Number: 100035159015
- Swift Code: CIBEEGCX184
- Branch: Mesaha, Dokki, Giza – Egypt
If you make your payment via bank transfer, or bank deposit, Please send us a copy of the transfer to info@ihcairoeg.com. All transfer fees incurred are the responsibility of the candidate.
In the case of cancellation four weeks or more before the course starting date, 20% of our total fee will be retained. With less than two weeks’ notice, 50% of our total fee will be retained. If cancellation occurs in the final ten days before the starting date our total fee will be retained.
However, in certain exceptional circumstances we will consider transferring the fees to another course.
In the event of a course being cancelled all fees will be refunded.
NOTE Once the course has started, there is no possible refund. For this reason, you might consider taking out an insurance policy in order to be covered in case anything happen and you needed to leave the course.
If the course is delayed or prevented by Force Majeure, then Reach Out Academy shall NOT be liable for a refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I take into the examination room?
You’re allowed to take only pens, pencils and erasers with you, as well as the passport or identity card which you used on the IELTS application.
What is the Speaking test?
The speaking test takes 11-14 minutes and consists of an interview with an examiner.
What kinds of accents can be heard in the tests?
A variety of accents can be used during the tests. This is because IELTS is an international test.
Can I write in capital letters?
We recommend you write all your Reading and Listening answers in capitals, so it is clear for the examiner. However, in Computer-delivered IELTS handwriting is not an issue, so you should try to write all words using upper and lower case.
How are the tests marked?
IELTS band scores are reported on a 9-band scale ranging from band 1 to band 9. Each part of the test is awarded a band score for performance.
Which test should I take?
It depends on what you’d like to get out of the test. The IELTS Academic test is intended for those who wish to study in university for higher education, while the IELTS General Training test is for the ones who migrate to an English-speaking country and work there.
How is the IELTS score calculated?
Both types of tests are graded by a 9 band score. For each section of the test, you’ll receive a score from 1 to 9. You’ll also receive an overall score from 1 to 9 on the whole test.