IELTS Academic

Prove your English for university and professional registration

Globally Accepted

Recognized by more than 12,000 organizations worldwide, including universities, employers and governments.

Face-to-Face Speaking

A real conversation with a certified examiner instead of talking to a computer screen.

Band Score 0-9

A clear, internationally understood band score that shows exactly where your English stands.

For University & Professional Registration

Why Choose IELTS Academic?

IELTS Academic is designed for students applying to universities and professionals registering to work in an English-speaking environment.

  • Accepted by universities and colleges across the UK, Australia, Canada and beyond
  • Required for many professional registrations, including medicine and nursing
  • Tests academic reading and writing alongside everyday listening and speaking
  • Trainers at IELTS WAO focus on the exact skills examiners score you on
IELTS Academic

Four Skills, One Test

IELTS Academic tests all four skills, usually over one or two days depending on your test centre.

Listening

4 recordings and 40 questions, around 30 minutes.

Reading

3 academic passages and 40 questions in 60 minutes.

Writing

A report/chart task and an essay, in 60 minutes.

Speaking

A face-to-face interview, 11-14 minutes.

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