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Take IELTS on computer
Computer-delivered IELTS is available 3 times a day, 7 days a week
For almost 30 years, IELTS has been a paper-based English test that people have used to achieve their work, study and migration dreams. But you asked for more choice – and we’ve listened. Meet computer-delivered IELTS: the same IELTS test you know, delivered via computer, with multiple test sessions a day and fast results.
- Results in 5-7 days
- More test days
- Free IELTS Masterclass
- IELTS practice tests marked by IELTS markers
Book your computer-delivered test at one of the IELTS test centres below
New South Wales
Queensland
Victoria
Western Australia
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90% of test takers at IDP Melbourne found the computer-delivered IELTS easier than paper-based IELTS. See what others say about IELTS.
Computer-delivered IELTS test format
The IELTS test is offered in two formats, IELTS Academic and General Training. Unlike other providers, the IELTS General Training test is the only non-academic test available for migration to Australia. Now – you also have a choice of how you take your test.
If you choose to take the computer-delivered IELTS test, you will take the Listening, Reading and Writing components using a computer. All aspects of the test are identical to the paper-based IELTS test, including:
- Question types
- Content
- Timings*
- Marking
*In the computer-delivered Listening test, the timings are slightly different from the paper-based test. This is because the paper-based test requires test takers to transfer answers to an answer sheet. This step is no longer required when answering directly on a computer.
- Before the start of each part of the Listening test you will have some time to read the questions.
- After the end of each part of the Listening test you will have some time to review your answers.
- At the end of the Listening test, you will have 2 minutes to check your answers.
The timing of the Listening test is between 30 – 34 minutes long.
Computer-delivered IELTS Speaking test
Want to know the best news of all? The IELTS Speaking test is the same as always – face-to-face, in a quiet room, with a real, human examiner. We believe a face-to-face Speaking test is the most effective way of assessing your speaking skills and prompts a more lifelike performance. Don’t struggle to be heard above a noisy test room, at IELTS we hear you loud and clear the first time.
Benefits of the IELTS Speaking test
- Private Speaking test rooms, free from noise and distraction
- We can repeat and rephrase a question for you
- We can match your pace and level of English
- We won’t ‘time out’ on you
- We hear your accent
Faster results
When you take computer-delivered IELTS, your test result will be available in 5-7 days. The Writing and Speaking components will continue to be marked by IELTS examiners to ensure the highest level of accuracy and fairness.
More test availability
Computer-delivered IELTS is now testing up to 7 days a week, and up to 3 times a day: morning, afternoon and evening, offering your more flexibility with test dates and times.
More test availability
Computer-delivered IELTS is now testing up to 7 days a week, and up to 3 times a day: morning, afternoon and evening, offering your more flexibility with test dates and times.
Faster results
When you take computer-delivered IELTS, your test result will be available in 5-7 days. The Writing and Speaking components will continue to be marked by IELTS examiners to ensure the highest level of accuracy and fairness.
What to expect on test day
Wondering what to expect when you take IELTS on computer? Watch the video to familiarise yourself with the test day experience.
Read the video transcript
The room will be set up just like any examination room. You are allowed to have a pen, pencil and eraser and your identification on your desk. Settle into your desk and try to relax. If you have any questions, simply ask the friendly test centre staff, they’re there to assist you. Once the test is started, take your time to read the instructions carefully. Don’t start writing until you’ve read the instructions. During the exam, keep an eye on the time, there will be a clock in the room. If you get stumped on questions, don’t waste too much time pondering. Skip to the next one and you can come back to it after. Make sure you do go back and attempt to answer every question. Points are not taken off for incorrect answers. So, give it a go. If you feel yourself becoming anxious or stressed, take a few deep breaths to calm down. Return to your test paper work calmly. Focus on the questions and you will do your best you can. Find more information on what to expect on test day on our website IELTSessentials.com
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