IELTS Testing at the UNSW Institute of Languages

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test is a globally recognised English language proficiency assessment designed to assess the English language ability of international candidates. The IELTS test is available across 120 countries and the IELTS test scores are recognised by close to 5,000 professional organisations, educational institutions and government agencies.

UNSW Institute of Languages is an approved IELTS testing centre.

Address:
IELTS Administrator
UNSW Institute of Languages
223 Anzac Parade, Kensington
Sydney NSW 2033
Tel: (02) 9385 4074
Email: ielts.enquiries@languages.unsw.edu.au

The IELTS test covers the four macro language skills - listening, reading, writing and speaking.

There are two IELTS Test Modules: the Academic Module and the General Training Module. The IELTS Academic Module is recommended for candidates who need to meet the English language requirements for academic purposes. The IELTS General Training Module is suitable for candidates who require it for immigration purposes or who are going to English-speaking countries to complete their secondary education.

IELTS test format

The first three modules - Listening, Reading and Writing - must be completed in one day. The Speaking Module may be taken in the period seven days before or after the other Modules. This arrangement is at the discretion of the test centre.

Please find out from DIAC Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA) website or your study advisor or IDP Australia students.idp.com as to which module you need to take as the Test centre cannot advise you.

For more information about the IELTS test go to the IELTS website at: http://www.ielts.org

Test Dates 2008
Tests are normally taken on Saturdays, with some sessions on Thursdays.

The Listening, Reading and Writing tests are all taken on the same day. The Speaking test can take place up to seven days before or after the other papers; speaking tests for Thursday tests will usually take place on the following Saturday.

The following test dates are available at UNSWIL:

To register for an IELTS test, you need to submit your application form at least 5 weeks before the test date. Make sure you speak to the centre in good time.
For more information visit www.ielts.org or contact the Institute.

Dates for both Academic and General Training modules.
Dates for Academic module only.

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How to Apply
Applying for an IELTS test:

You will need:
An IELTS Application form
A GST form
Your current passport plus a certified photocopy of your passport
2 current passport sized photos
Payment of $280 ( $308 with GST payment if required)

All applications must include a current email address and phone number for us to contact you. You must lodge your form and pay in person.

This test centre does accept interstate applications but it is limited to 12 applications per test. Please email the centre at ielts.enquiries@languages.unsw.edu.au if you require further information.

How to apply:

1. Complete an Application form. Download an application form or collect from the UNSW Institute of Languages.

2. Complete a GST form. Download a GST form or collect from theUNSW Institute of Languages.

3. Choose 2 preferences for your IELTS test date.

4. Indicate the type of test you need to take - General Proficiency Module or Academic Module (You can get more information from IELTS Australia website).

5. Bring your current passport and provide a photocopy of your current passport. The photocopy must include the pages with your passport photo, number and expiry date.

6. Bring 2 passport sized photos taken within the last 6 months.

7. Payment of $280 ( or $308 with GST if applicable) by credit card, EFTPOS or bank cheque made out to "UNSW Global Pty Limited". All payments must be made in person.

8. Apply in person with the above documentation to:

UNSW Institute of Languages
Level 1
223 Anzac Parade
Kensington

Office hours are 9am-4pm Monday to Friday

Applications close Friday 4.00 pm 5 weeks before each test, or earlier if all test places are filled.

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Steps in the test process:

Application process ( as above)

Prior to the test -
1. Confirmation of your test date will be given to you when you submit your application form and your test date will be printed on your receipt.

On the day of the test -
2. Check the test centre location. Saturday tests will be held at UNSW Institute of Languages Kensington campus and Thursday tests will be held at the Randwick campus.

3. Arrive at the location by 8am. You may not be allowed to take the test if you are late.

4. Bring your passport and letter of confirmation. If you do not have the correct identity information you will not be able to take the test.

5. Bring pens, pencils and erasers which you need for the test.

6. You must not bring into the test room mobile phones and pagers, electronic equipment, correction fluid, highlighters or anything else that the supervisor of the test asks you to leave outside the exam room. There will be a designated room in which you may leave your personal belongings. Please ensure you have an easily identifiable bag to place them in.

7. If you are caught infringing any of the candidate rules and regulations your test result will be disqualified. This includes but is not limited to lending or borrowing anything from another candidate during the test, attempting to cheat or copy the work of another candidate, talking or disturbing other candidates, removing any materials used during the examination.

After the test -
8. Test results will be available 13 days after the completion of your test.
9. Test results can be collected from UNSW Institute of Languages, Level 1 223 Anzac Parade, Kensington. You must show your passport and sign for your results.
10.Test results not collected in person will be posted to the address you have given on your application within three weeks of the test date.

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Location of Test Centres

Saturday tests will be held at UNSW Institute of Languages Kensington campus and Thursday tests will be held at the Randwick campus.

click here for location map and transportation information

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Prepare for the IELTS test at UNSW Institute of Languages

You can prepare for the IELTS test by undertaking a specially designed test preparation course at UNSW Institute of Languages. Courses are available for Migrant students and International students. For further information, click here to enter UNSW Institute of Languages home page.

Address:
IELTS Administrator
UNSW Institute of Languages
223 Anzac Parade, Kensington
Sydney NSW 2033
Tel: (02) 9385 4074
Email: ielts.enquiries@languages.unsw.edu.au

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