The first step for those wishing to take advantage of the opportunities offered by English-speaking countries is to take proficiency tests. Whether it's to take courses, apply for a permanent visa or even to work, proficiency exams are responsible for opening doors for many foreigners in search of a better life, as well as more varied and well-paid positions.
Among the various exam options available, the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is among the most requested in the world, because, in addition to being accepted by more than 10,000 organizations, it can be applied in 140 countries, proving not only its efficiency for the student's learning, but also its credibility with thousands of public, private and governmental organizations.
If you are planning to experience this, you should know that there are a number of courses available to help you pass IELTS. Find out more about the preparation courses offered by Good Day Education's partner schools in Australia.
How IELTS works
Before we begin, we need to understand how the IELTS application process works and what modalities are available.
Divided into a total of four stages, the tests assess different aspects of the student's ability to relate through their writing and communication. Each mode has specific questions related to the student's objectives.
There are currently three options available, namely IELTS Academic (focusing on academic courses), IELTS General Training (focusing on everyday relationships and work) and IELTS for UKVI (focusing on visas and immigration to the UK).
In addition to these three modalities, IELTS also offers different test formats, with the options IELTS on paper and IELTS on computer. It is important to note that, as this is a proficiency test, there is no pass or fail in this exam, as the student will be assessed exclusively to determine their level of knowledge of the English language.
IELTS preparation courses in Australia
One of the specialties of Good Day and our partner schools is to facilitate the IELTS process for international students through preparatory courses developed by teachers and experts.
Find out about the main courses to prepare for IELTS in Australia below:
:: IELTS preparation at ELC (English Language Company)
Duration
O ELC's IELTS course lasts up to 36 weeks, with weekly classes on Mondays in the late afternoon (note: these times can be changed by the school).
Course program
ELC prepares students for IELTS by improving their language skills with a focus on academic purposes. In class, students are trained in reading, speaking, writing and grammar and vocabulary accuracy. The workload is 18 hours of classes focused on IELTS, two hours of focus and two hours of conversation.
Differentials
For those who want to excel in IELTS, ELC also offers two complementary courses: Intensive General English and English for Academic Purposes. The school also has teachers experienced in the format of the test, mock exams and free workshops.
About ELC
ELC is an English language school in Sydney, with spacious premises that offer the ideal infrastructure for students to study comfortably. The institution is also one of Australia's most awarded language schools, bringing education to activities beyond the classroom.
:: ILSC IELTS Preparation
Duration
O ILSC IELTS course has a minimum duration of four weeks, with classes starting on different days.
Course program
At ILSC, classes aim to improve listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. The didactics consist of teaching and studying exercises from previous IELTS exams.
Differentials
ILSC offers a personalized IELTS preparation course, with the student able to adapt the program according to what they see as their learning priority. The course is offered in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. The institution also has teachers who specialize in the IELTS exam.
About ILSC
The ILSC Education Group has been around for over 30 years and offers transformative educational experiences in Canada, Australia and India, making it one of the most attractive and popular places to study English in the world. In Australia, there are ILSC language schools in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
Are you interested? Contact our educational agents to improve your English in Australia.
