What is the syllabus of IELTS exam?

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3 months ago

The IELTS exam syllabus can be checked from below.

IELTS Academic Sections

Section Description

IELTS Listening Section

Test takers will have to listen to recorded texts and answer questions accordingly. On this section, there are:

  • 4 recorded texts

  • 40 questions 

IELTS Reading Section

Test takers would be given lengthy passages to read and answer corresponding questions. There are:

  • 3 passages

  • 40 questions

IELTS Writing Section

Candidates would be required to attempt two tasks addressing topics of broad relevance:

  • Writing Task 1 (150 words)

  • Writing Task 2 (250 words)

IELTS Speaking Section

Divided into 3 parts, the Speaking Section will require the candidates to:

  • Answer general questions about themselves

  • Talk on a particular topic on cue cards and,

  • Answer questions connected to Part 2.

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12 months ago
IELTS Test Component Brief Description Listening (Same for Academic and General Training) Four sections, 40 items Reading (Different for Academic and General Training) Three sections, 40 items Writing (Different for Academic and General Training) Two tasks Speaking (Same for Academic and General Tra

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Correct use makes sentences better. It also helps explain ongoing actions clearly. 

We use the Present Perfect Continuous Tense for actions that started in the past. These actions are still continuing now. It is also used for repeated actions. Sometimes, the action has recently stopped. But its effect can still be seen in the present.

Present Perfect Continuous Tense is used to describe actions. Which were started in the past and are still continuing in the present.

It mainly focuses on the activity duration. Often uses words like "Since/for" in sentences.

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Yes, IELTS score at Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTU Norway) is accepted. It also accepts TOEFL / PTE scores. Minimum scores required in these tests are-

Tests Minimum Score
TOEFL90 on iBT
IELTS6.5 in each part
PTE62

The minimum IELTS score requirement vary for different programs. For an MBA, students need a valid score in either of the English tests mentioned below:

TestMinimum Score
IELTS7.0
PTE64
TOEFL95

For course-specific requirements, students are advised to check the specific course page on Shiksha Study Abroad.

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