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1. What are the IELTS modules? |
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IELTS is available in two formats - Academic and General Training. In both formats, candidates are tested in listening, reading, writing and speaking. All candidates take the same Listening and Speaking modules, but Academic and General Training formats have different Reading and Writing modules. |
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2. How do I decide whether to take the Academic or General Training modules? |
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Choose Academic if you plan to undertake further or higher education study abroad. Choose General Training if you plan to complete secondary study, receive non-academic training, or work in / migrate to an English speaking country. |
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3. Which is more difficult, Academic or General Training? |
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The two modules are designed for different purposes and therefore the language skills required in the two modules are different. |
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4. How long is the test? |
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The test includes:
Listening: 40 minutes (including 10 minutes for transferring answers to the answer sheet)
Reading : 60 minutes
Writing: 60 minutes
Speaking: 11-14 minutes (The speaking test is arranged on any day one week before or after the test date. However, it will be scheduled on the test day (Saturday / Thursday) afternoon or the next day (Sunday / Friday) whenever possible.) |
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5. Are there any preparation courses held by British Council or University of Cambridge ? |
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Neither the British Council operating in China as the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy/Consulates-General) nor the University of Cambridge currently runs IELTS preparation courses in China |
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6. When can I take the test? |
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The test is held 1-4 times a month at 30 test centres across China |
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7. Where can I take the test? |
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Currently there are 31 Test Centres in Mainland China .
There are 14 IELTS test centres in North and Central China: Beijing(2), Tianjin, Harbin, Changchun, Shenyang, Dalian, Jinan, Qingdao, Xi'an, Urumqi, Zhengzhou, Wuhan and Taiyuan.
There are 6 IELTS test centres in East China: Shanghai(2), Nanjing, Hangzhou, Hefei and Suzhou.
There are 7 IELTS test centres in South China: Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Fuzhou, Xiamen, Haikou, Nanning and Changsha.
There are 4 IELTS test centres in West China: Chongqing, Chengdu, Kunming and Guiyang. |
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8. Is there any difference between taking IELTS in China and taking the test in another country? |
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There are no differences in terms of the test format or test assessment. However, test fees may differ slightly. Some candidates may prefer taking the test in their home country because they feel less nervous. |
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9. How soon can I re-take the test? |
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Candidates will be able to register for the next available test after sitting the registered session, regardless of the date and location of their previous test. |
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10. How many times can I take the test? |
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You may re-take the test as many times as you wish. |
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11. What shall I do if I have any special needs? |
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The IELTS test makes every effort to cater for special needs of any disabled candidates, to enable them to best understand questions and tasks and complete the test. It is our aim for the language level of all candidates, irrespective of disability, to be assessed fairly and objectively.
If candidates have any special needs such as visual difficulties or hearing difficulties, special IELTS test arrangements can be made including modified test materials and special administrative arrangements. Please call the Exams Unit of the British Council (operating in China as the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy/Consulate General) at least 3 months before the test date. Relevant supporting materials (medical certificate and/or disability certificate) should be submitted as well. |
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12. What if something happens after the registration cut-off date, and I cannot attend the test? |
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Only under certain special circumstances you might be allowed to cancel your test after the registration cut-off date. For example, if you are seriously ill and can provide sufficient supporting documentation.
You must inform the Exams Unit of the British Council (operating in China as the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy/Consulates-General) immediately and provide a letter specifying your reason for not being able to attend the test and the supporting document within the specified deadline.
Beijing: (010) 65906903 ext. 312 (for candidates who took their test in Beijing, Tianjin, Harbin, Shenyang, Dalian, Changchun, Jinan, Qingdao, Xi'An, Urumqi, Zhengzhou, Wuhan and Taiyuan)
Guangzhou: (020) 8510 3045 (for candidates who took their test in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Fuzhou, Xiamen, Nanning, Haikou and Changsha)
Shanghai : (021) 63912626 ext. 270 (for candidates who took their test in Shanghai , Hangzhou , Nanjing and Hefei )
Chongqing : (023) 63736888 ext. 238/225 (for candidates who took their test in Chongqing , Chengdu , Kunming and Guiyang ) |
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13. What kind of identity documents are acceptable for IELTS registration? |
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Chinese nationals from mainland China , Hong Kong and Macao must register for the IELTS test with either a valid and current national ID card, or a valid and current Chinese Passport. Chinese candidates from Taiwan may only register with a valid Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents. Chinese military service personnel can register with a valid military service personnel document.
Foreign nationals must register with a valid and current passport. |
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14. What if I lose or change my identity documents before the test? |
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On the day of the test, candidates must present the same identity document used for online registration at both the written test and the speaking test. If the identity document presented at the test contains personal information (i.e. name, gender, date of birth, ID/passport number, etc.) different from that provided upon registration, the candidate might not be admitted to the test and might not be eligible for transfer, cancellation or refund of any kind.
If you lose ID/passport, we suggest that you apply and get a new ID/passport as soon as possible. You are also advised to contact the the Exams Unit of the British Council (operating in China as the Cultural and Education Section of the British Embassy/Consulates-General) immediately. |
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15. If I am under 16 years old, can I take the test? |
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You can take the test but IELTS is not recommended for candidates under the age of 16. |
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