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IELTS

IELTS Preparation Course – General Information

Course Overview

The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a globally recognized examination that assesses the English proficiency of non-native speakers for academic, professional, and immigration purposes. This IELTS Preparation Course is designed to equip students with the language skills, test-taking strategies, and confidence necessary to achieve their target band score in either the Academic or General Training modules.

The course provides comprehensive instruction and practice in all four skills tested on the IELTS exam — Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking — while simultaneously enhancing students’ overall communicative competence and academic English ability.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the IELTS test format, scoring criteria, and question types.

  2. Apply effective strategies to manage time and maximize performance in each section of the test.

  3. Develop and refine listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in alignment with IELTS band descriptors.

  4. Expand academic vocabulary, improve grammatical accuracy, and use a variety of sentence structures appropriately.

  5. Build confidence through continuous practice, mock tests, and personalized feedback from instructors.

Test Format Overview

Section Content Number of Questions/Tasks Time Allowed Focus
Listening 4 recorded sections with a variety of question types (e.g., multiple choice, matching, map labeling, completion) 40 questions 30 minutes (+10 minutes transfer time) Understanding main ideas, specific information, opinions, and details.
Reading (Academic) 3 long texts from books, journals, magazines, or newspapers 40 questions 60 minutes Identifying main ideas, recognizing writers’ opinions, and understanding detailed arguments.
Reading (General Training) Extracts from advertisements, notices, and workplace documents 40 questions 60 minutes Understanding general and work-related information.
Writing (Academic) Task 1: Describe visual data (chart, graph, table, diagram)
Task 2: Write an essay presenting and supporting an argument		 2 tasks 60 minutes Using academic style and organizing ideas logically.
Writing (General Training) Task 1: Write a formal or informal letter
Task 2: Write an essay		 2 tasks 60 minutes Expressing opinions and providing explanations appropriately.
Speaking Face-to-face interview with an examiner (3 parts) – 11–14 minutes Communicating ideas fluently and accurately across various topics.

Course Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to IELTS

  • Overview of Academic and General Training formats

  • Band score interpretation and marking criteria

  • Diagnostic test to assess initial proficiency level

Module 2: Listening Skills Development

  • Understanding question types and listening for key information

  • Techniques for note-taking and predicting answers

  • Practice with various accents and real test recordings

  • Weekly mini listening tests

Module 3: Reading Skills Development

  • Skimming and scanning techniques

  • Identifying paraphrasing and synonyms

  • Managing time and dealing with difficult vocabulary

  • Practice on Academic and General Training passages

Module 4: Writing Skills Development

  • Understanding Task 1 and Task 2 requirements

  • Planning and organizing ideas logically

  • Using cohesive devices and complex sentence structures

  • Vocabulary for describing data and expressing opinions

  • Peer review and teacher feedback sessions

Module 5: Speaking Skills Development

  • Structure and expectations of the Speaking test

  • Developing fluency, pronunciation, and grammatical range

  • Strategies for Part 1 (personal topics), Part 2 (individual long turn), and Part 3 (discussion)

  • Mock interviews and performance evaluation

Module 6: Full Practice Tests and Review

  • Complete mock IELTS tests under timed conditions

  • Band score analysis and feedback

  • Individual learning plans for final improvement

  • Test-day tips and stress management strategies

Assessment and Evaluation

  • Weekly quizzes and skill-based exercises

  • Midterm and final mock tests

  • Individual feedback sessions focusing on strengths and areas for improvement

  • Continuous assessment based on participation, homework, and progress

Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will:

  • Be fully familiar with all sections of the IELTS test and their specific requirements.

  • Demonstrate improved proficiency in listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

  • Apply effective test-taking strategies to achieve their desired band score.

  • Communicate in English with greater confidence and accuracy in academic and professional contexts.