IELTS Course London

Why study IELTS in London?

• There are IELTS test centres within quick and easy access from the main school.
• Our experienced team can help you make real progress quickly, they will advise you on the best time to take the exam and will assist you with booking it.
• Take practice exams each week with your teacher and receive both a predicted IELTS grade and advice for how to reach your IELTS goals.
• Build your own customised course allowing you to have additional lessons to focus on skills where you need the most practice, such as speaking or writing.
• London is a wonderful city filled with opportunities for practising your English. The city is home to many universities and is also home to the British Library which is a wonderful place to study.

How many hours do I need to study to achieve the score required for university?

Every student is different, the time you need to spend on your course depends on your current level of English and your goal. When you arrive at the school, one of teachers will speak with you and assess your English level. Afterwards, they will provide you with an estimate on what you need to do to achieve your target IELTS grade and how long it will take for this.

What is tested in the exam?

The exam tests your level of Academic English in order to assess how well you will deal with life in an English-speaking university. This is done by testing your ability in the four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The test consists of multiple parts which your teacher will help you understand, the total test time is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes.

Where can I take the test?

Malvern House is an official IELTS test point. You can take the IELTS test right here at our center. If you have any further questions or need assistance with the registration process, feel free to ask, and we’ll be happy to help you navigate through the process smoothly.”

How will I know if I am ready to take the test?

Every lesson intensively focuses on improving your ability to perform well in each exam task. There is also a practice test every week. Your teacher will carefully record your progress & scores, you will have the opportunity to regularly discuss when the best time to take your test is.

Which IELTS exam do I need to take?

If you want to go to university you will need to take the Academic IELTS test – this is the most popular version of the exam and it tests your ability to use academic English. The Academic test is also popular with companies as a measure of English. There is also a General IELTS exam which some students take for immigration purposes.

What are the requirements to join the IELTS class?

We recommend students are at least pre-intermediate (B1) level before taking the IELTS course. However, if your level is lower than this you can take General English lessons with us to quickly increase your English level to a level suitable to prepare for IELTS.