IELTS Preparation
Key Facts
Course Starts: Any Monday
Course Duration:
minimum 1 week
maximum 1 year
Levels:
IELTS 8: Pre-intermediate – Advanced (CEFR A2 – C1)
IELTS 15: Intermediate – Advanced (CEFR B1 – C1)
Lessons/hours per week:
IELTS 8: 8 lessons/7 hours 20 minutes
IELTS 15: 15 lessons/13 hours 45 minutes
Lesson Length: 55 minutes
Maximum Class Size: 15
Minimum Age: 16 (Written parental consent is required for students aged under 18 years)
Visa Requirements: Short Term Study Visa or Visitor Visa
Exam Fees (Not included in course fees):
IELTS (UKVI): £200
IELTS (Academic or General Training): £160
Summary
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is recognised by more than 10,000 education and training providers worldwide for those who want to study or work where English is used as a language of communication. Many of our students need to take the IELTS test to prove their level of English for study at university.
Our IELTS preparation courses are carefully designed to provide you with the preparation and practice you need to succeed. You will be taught exam techniques and strategies for each of the tasks within the test including:
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Speaking
You will be given an coursebook for each level that you study at.
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The average progress rate of our students varies according to level, ability, determination and the amount of time spent on homework and self-study. Generally we advise 8 – 10 weeks study to increase your IELTS score by 0.5 band. You will be expected to complete 1-2 hours of homework per day.
Included in your fees;
- Access to our free IELTS practice sessions
- 1:1 tutorial with your teacher including an Individual Action Plan
- Optional Exit Test – Compare your placement test results with your exit results to see how much you have improved
- Access to our online learning platform for extra practice
- Access to our free support classes for extra practice
- Access to Microsoft Office including Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint programmes
FAQs
Is there an IELTS class for my level?
- We have an IELTS course for all levels from pre-intermediate+
- Pre-intermediate level – advanced (CEFR A2-C1):
- IELTS 8
- IELTS 23 (General English + IELTS 8)
- Intermediate level – advanced (CEFR B1-C1):
- IELTS 8
- IELTS 23 (General English + IELTS 8)
How much time do I need to study for my IELTS test?
- This depends on your level when you start and the score that you are required to achieve. Generally we advise 8 – 10 weeks study to increase your IELTS score by 0.5 band, for example, from 5.5 to 6. Your progress also depends on other factors such as how much homework you do and how much English you speak outside of class.
What can I do if I find a particular IELTS paper difficult?
- Come along to our free practice classes in the Study Centre. Visit the Student Helpdesk for more information.
How can I book my IELTS test?
- You can book your test online at https://www.ielts.org/book-a-test/how-do-i-register. You will need a passport or identity card and a bank debit/credit card. We can help you book your IELTS test.
How will I know what level I am?
- You need to complete our online test and our Academic Team will use this to place you into the correct level.
Course Prices
IELTS Preparation 8 (part-time)
IELTS Preparation 15 (full-time)
Taking the IELTS Test
Liverpool School of English is not an IELTS test centre. You can book your test online at IELTS.
Our students usually take their IELTS test at a test centre in Manchester (for UKVI) or at The University of Liverpool (Academic or General Training). We can help you book your IELTS test. If you want to study at a UK university, we will be able to provide you with information and advice to help you choose and apply for your university course.
IELTS UKVI
IELTS is a SELT (Secure English Language Test). Students applying for a Student Visa or a university pre-sessional course should also take this IELTS test. The test must be taken at a SELT approved centre. You can take the IELTS UKVI at a test centre in Manchester. This is approximately 1 hour away by train. Information on dates, fees and how to book can be found here.
Academic IELTS (non-SELT)
IELTS is accepted by the majority of UK universities. You should however, always check with the university you are planning to study at. You can take the Academic IELTS at the test centre at The University of Liverpool, a short walk away from the school. Tests are offered once or twice each month on a Saturday. Information on dates, fees and how to book is here.