2.  IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of candidates who need to study or work where English is used as the language of communication. IELTS is required for entry to university in the UK and other countries.

3.  IELTS is recognized by universities and employers in many countries, including Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK and the USA. It is also recognised by professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies. More than 1.4 million people a year take the test.

4.  You can choose between the Academic or General Training versions of the test. All candidates do the same Listening and Speaking sections. The test has four sections:  Listening- 4 sections, 40 questions, 30 minutes  Speaking - interview, 15 minutes  Reading - different for Academic or General Training - 3 sections, 40 questions, 60 minutes  Writing - different for Academic or General Training - pieces of writing, 60 minutes  This site also contains vocabulary tests, including practice tests for the academic wordlist, as well as grammar tests that are relevant to IELTS

5.  Multi-level. You get a score between 1 and 9. Half scores such as 6.5 are possible. Universities often demand an IELTS score of 6 or 7. They may also demand a minimum score in each of the 4 sections.  Please click here to see an explanation of IELTS Band Scores. You can use the IELTS Band Score Calculator on this site to convert your reading and listening raw scores..

6.  IELTS tests are administered at accredited Test Centres throughout the world - there are currently more than 500 Centres, in over 120 countries.

7.  2. make publicity for; try to sell (a product)  promote Correct! communicate join or connect contrast put in opposition to show or emphasize differences

8.  Arrange with your closest test centre. There are frequent dates, usually on Thursdays or Saturdays.

9. Ho w mu ch do es it cos t to tak e IELT S? W ha t m at eri als do I ne ed ?  Fees are set by test centres and vary from country to country. Expect to pay around £115 GBP, €190 Euros or $200 USD  Books recommended by exam IELTS.