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New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Applicants who want to get their IELTS exam scores via SMS can do so by sending a text message in a particular format on the specified number. The details are as follows:
Candidates can check their IELTS band scores through SMS by sending the below-mentioned text message to 92898 afternoon on the day of the IELTS result.
The message is: RESULT Candidate No. Passport No.
The applicant's IELTS scores will be sent via SMS in this format only.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
IELTS result time: When the IDP IELTS scores are declared, students will receive an email from IDP. Students should keep an eye on their email accounts for such notifications. However, the results will not be communicated in that email. The applicants will have to log on to their IDP IELTS accounts in order to procure their IELTS exam results. The result notification comes on email but for results, applicants have to check on the official website only.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Hardness is really subjective, honestly. The DET is much shorter and more flexible, but the questions adapt to become quite difficult. IELTS is longer and more traditional. It just depends on what test format you find easier.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
In the IELTS Speaking test there is a face-to-face interview between the test taker and the examiner. The Speaking test includes 3 parts which are mentioned above. Here, candidates are assessed on the following parameters:
- Grammar
- Pronunciation
- Lexical resource
- Fluency
The Speaking test is recorded and marked based on the applicant's performance. Applicants should be careful how they attempt this section.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, meeting the English language requirements is one of the major Newcastle University eligibility criteria for international students. It accepts major English exam scores as proof of English language proficiency. Students can refer to the table below for minimum score requirements:
English Proficiency Exam | UG Minimum Score Requirements | PG Minimum Score Requirements |
|---|---|---|
IELTS Academic | Overall score of 6.5 or higher (With no less than 5.5 in each band) | Overall score of 6.5 or higher (With no less than 6.0 in each band) |
TOEFL iBT | Overall score of 90 or higher (With no less than: 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing) | Overall score of 90 or higher (With no less than: 20 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 20 in Writing) |
PTE Academic | - | Overall score of 70 or higher (With no less than 65 in each sub-skill) |
For admissions to undergraduate courses, Indian students can submit their academic English exam scores as the a proof of proficiency in the language. A score of 75% in English in the Indian 12th Standard Examination makes the candidate eligible for admissions. Note that additional interviewing conditions may also apply.
New answer posted
a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
Auburn University at Montgomery accepts a range of English Language proficiency exams including IELTS. The English Language score requirements for international applicants are given as follows:
| Exam | Score Required |
|---|---|
| IELTS | Overall 5.5 |
| TOEFL IBT | Minimum 61 |
| Duolingo ET | Minimum 100 |
| PTE | Overall 44 |
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
In order to score band 8.0 on IELTS in the Writing section is by:
- By reading regularly and building a good vocabulary.
- Read books, newspapers, journals and other material helpful for acing the IELTS Writing section.
- Time each question, assess the requirements and then attempt the question.
- Ensure that there is a logical flow of information and there is coherence in writing.
- Avoid grammatical or spelling mistakes, recheck what is written.
- Choose the right kind of words and be precise with your writing tasks.
- Apprach each Task based on the requirement, avoid using non-popular or offensive opinions and be neutral with the responses.
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New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Reading section on IELTS Academic can be challenging because there are just 60 minutes to comprehend three passages and answer 40 questions. But with a lot of timed practice, applicants can ace this section easily. The Reading section can be difficult if the applicants do not:
- Practice multiple passages
- Not time their speed for the section
- Also not practice on different types of passages
- Approach different question types on the passages tested
- Finally, give enough attention to reading newspapers and build vocabulary.
Applicants should ideally begin preparing for the Reading section earlier and give regular time to reading and building
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
The subject of IELTS Reading section on the Academic IELTS is based on common topics of interest. These topics are mostly academically sourced topics that make up the three passages on this section. The topics on which the IELTS Readin section are tested can be from different subjects of:
- Science & Engineering
- Social Science
- Technology
- Business
- Humanities
- Environment
- Education
- Psychology
- Economics
- Agriculture
The list is endless and the topics can vary at large for IELTS Academic - Reading section. Thus, applicants can prepare for the IELTS Reading section and can find material at: IELTS Reading: Practice Test with Answers
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