IELTS General Course

The IELTS General Training test is one of the two versions of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), the other being IELTS Academic. It is designed for people who want to migrate to English-speaking countries (such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the UK), or for those who need to demonstrate English proficiency for work experience, training programs, or study below degree level.

Structure of the IELTS General Training Test

The test has four sections:

Listening – Same as the Academic version. Tests your ability to understand spoken English in everyday contexts.

Reading – Focuses on texts from notices, advertisements, company handbooks, and newspapers. More practical and workplace-oriented than Academic Reading.

Writing – Includes two tasks:

• Task 1: Write a letter (formal, semi-formal, or informal).
• Task 2: Write an essay in response to a point of view, argument, or problem.

Speaking – Same as the Academic version. A face-to-face interview testing fluency, coherence, vocabulary, and pronunciation.

Key Features

• Accepted by immigration authorities in all major English-speaking countries.
• Focuses on practical, everyday English skills needed for social and workplace situations.
• Scored on a band scale from 0 to 9, with higher bands indicating greater proficiency.

Why Take IELTS General?

• To apply for permanent residency or work visas.
• To train or study below degree level.
• To prove English ability to employers and institutions.