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Jump into the IELTS Academic simulators — full computer-delivered exams with instant band-style estimates.
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If basic English still feels hard, start with Foundation Mode — beginner lessons that build up to this.
Understanding IELTS Band Scores
IELTS uses a band score from 1 to 9. Most universities and immigration programmes require a band between 6.0 and 7.5.
8.0 – 9.0
Expert / Very Good
6.5 – 7.5
Good / Competent
5.0 – 6.0
Modest / Limited
4.0 – 4.5
Basic
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What is the difference between IELTS Academic and General Training?
IELTS Academic is mainly used for university admission and some professional registration pathways. IELTS General Training is for Canadian immigration (Express Entry), secondary education, and work experience. Writing Task 1 differs: Academic asks you to describe a graph, chart, or diagram; General Training asks you to write a formal or informal letter.
Which IELTS test do I need for Canadian immigration?
For Canadian Express Entry, IRCC requires IELTS General Training, not IELTS Academic. CELPIP General is also accepted. IELTS Academic is mainly used for university admission and some professional registration pathways. The minimum requirement is usually CLB 7 equivalent (IELTS Band 6.0 per skill).
How is the IELTS overall band score calculated?
The overall band score is the average of your four individual skill scores (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking), rounded to the nearest 0.5.