Writing

Academic Module:

• Task 1: Report writing based on data visuals (150+ words, 20 minutes)
• Task 2: Argumentative essay (250+ words, 40 minutes)

General Training Module:

• Task 1: Write a letter (formal/informal, 150+ words)
• Task 2: Argumentative essay (similar to Academic Module)

Speaking

An 11–14 minute face-to-face interview with an examiner, often held separately.

• Part 1: General questions about background (4–5 mins)
• Part 2: Topic card — 1 minute to prepare, 1–2 minutes to speak
• Part 3: Two-way discussion on abstract ideas (4–5 mins)

Scoring

Each of the four sections is graded on a scale of 0–9 bands.

• Overall band score: average of four section scores
• Undergraduate: typically 6.0 bands minimum
• Postgraduate: typically 6.5 bands minimum
• Results within 15 working days