| IELTS
aims to improve your overall English competence in the main
skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing whereas
TOEFL is principally concerned with the development of skills
needed in preparation for the test.
All candidates take the Listening, Speaking,
Reading and Writing modules. The choice of Reading and Writing
modules is determined by the purpose for taking IELTS. The
Academic Reading and Writing modules are suitable for those
seeking admission to University, Polytech or other tertiary
institution courses in New Zealand, Australia or the United
Kingdom. General Training Reading and Writing modules are
suitable for candidates who are going to English-speaking
countries to complete their secondary education or to undertake
non-academic training or work experience programmes. The General
Training modules are also used for Immigration purposes. The
listening and speaking tests are the same for both modules.
Each section of the test is marked then given a score of between
0 and 9. The average of these scores then gives a total out
of 9. Most Universities require an IELTS overall score of
6 in the Academic module for undergraduate entry, although
some courses require scores. For Immigration purposes, a score
of at least 5. in all sub-tests of the General Training module
is required.
THE IELTS PREPARATION COURSE
Sheffield offers an 8 week-full time IELTS preparation course
designed to give students practice in the kinds of tasks common
in the IELTS test. It also aims to build skills and vocabulary
necessary for the completion of these tasks.
Course designed to give students practice in the kinds of
tasks set in the IELTS test. It also aims to develop the skills
and vocabulary necessary for the completion of these tasks.
Class work follows the format of the exam (Listening, Speaking,
Reading and Writing), with emphasis on skills required for
writing analytical essays, describing figures and graphs,
reading academic texts for general meaning and specific information,
asking questions and participating in discussions, and presenting
organised, developed answers to questions.
The programme is restricted to students of an intermediate
level or higher and entry is determined by a pre-course test.
However advanced students do not have to sit the entry test.
Content: 15 hours communicative language
development, 10 hours with a focus on the skills required
for success in the New Zealand High School system.
THE TEST can be taken frequently in Auckland.
There is a wide range of dates available, but you need to
book the exam at least two weeks before you want to take it,
and it is sometimes difficult to get a booking on the day
you want. The test costs between $225 and $245, depending
on which test centre you use. You can book and pay for the
test by mail or in person at the test centre.
TEST RESULTS will be delivered by mail about
two weeks after the test day. The results will show your score
in each sub-test and your overall score. If your score is
not high enough, you will have to wait for three months before
taking the test again.
SELS offers a twelve-week-full time IELTS
preparation course designed to give students practice in the
kinds of tasks common in the IELTS test. It also aims to build
skills and vocabulary necessary for the completion of these
tasks.
The programme is restricted to students of an intermediate
level or higher and entry determined by a pre-course test.
However advanced students do not have to sit the entry test.
Minimum Age: 16 If a local resident or 18
if an overseas student
Course Length: 6 week-full time
Class Size: Average 8
Starting Dates: February 4, April 8, July 8, and October 7
The morning
classes
Focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking related
to IELTS practice exercises. Learn how to approach typical
tasks and practice in completing them.
Exercise usually resembles the types of tasks found in the
IELTS test, although at times other materials may be used.
Afternoon classes
Focus on topic base, improving vocabulary and general knowledge
about topics common in the test.
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