Which course should I do for a bright future? I scored 60% in B.Sc medical, 70% in M.Sc biotechnology and 6.5 bands in IELTS.

Yes. Each of the 40 questions carries one mark, regardless of type (multiple choice, matching, sentence completion, etc.).

No, you only hear the recording once, without pauses or repeats. That's why it's essential to read questions in advance and stay focused.

No. The Listening test is exactly the same for both Academic and General Training versions.

The need of IELTS test for obtaining a student visa is based on two things-

1. Your course: If your selected course is not offered in English then, you might not be required to appear for the IELTS test.
2. Alternatives: In case your college and visa officials permit, you can attempt to write other English tests like TOEFL, Duolingo and PTE.

Most institutions in Singapore accept an IELTS score in the range: 6.0 to 7.5 based on the level of the course a student is applying to. 

Mentioned below are the general language requirements for admission in Singapore: