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For information about the IELTS exam,
please contact the IELTS Hotline
on 030 311 099-10.

The IELTS Hotline is available
from 10.00 until 14.00, Monday to Thursday.

For IELTS enquiries outside of Hotline hours, please send an email to: ielts@britishcouncil.de

	IELTS - the language test


	The test that sets the standard

What is IELTS?

IELTS is the International English Language Testing System. It is an internationally accredited English language proficiency test. If you intend to take up a job or a course of study, in Germany or abroad – wherever English language skills are required, IELTS is the test of your choice.

Three highly reputable education institutions are working together to administer the test: the British Council, IDP: IELTS Australia and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.

Why IELTS?

	International recognition
	More than 6.000 educational institutions, government agencies and professional organisations in 120 countries recognize IELTS results as a valid language proficiency test – more than 1.700 just in the US. This makes IELTS one of the most universally recognized English language tests in the world.
	Focussed on practical needs
	IELTS tests English as it is used in work, study and everyday life. This is done by assessing all four areas of language proficiency: listening, reading, writing and speaking. More about the test.
	Fair test conditions
	IELTS takes great care to assess language skills as fairly and true to the real world as possible. Because of this, IELTS is the only internationally accredited English language test where active speaking skills are not assessed via the computer, but in a face-to-face interview.
	Free online preparation
	The new "Road to IELTS" offers a unique service to prepare for the IELTS test. 30 hours of free online preparation materials for every candidate. More information about "Road to IELTS".
	Fast results
	Many IELTS candidates need their test results to apply for jobs or HE courses. We therefore guarantee the fastest possible turnaround time for IELTS results and make results available after 13 days.
	Regular and widespread testing
	The British Council keeps up a large network of test venues in Germany. The test can be regularly taken in 14 cities - up to 36 times a year.
	No additional costs
	The test fee of 180.00 Eur also includes the dispatch of your test results to up to five institutions of your choice.



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