Course Description
The IELTS or the International English Language Testing System is a standardized English language proficiency test for non-native English speakers. It is internationally popular and is considered to be one of the topmost English language tests worldwide.
If you wish to relocate to any English speaking country, it becomes a mandate to take an English language proficiency test. IELTS is widely accepted around the globe throughout organizations and institutions including in Australia, UK, US, Canada, and New Zealand.
IELTS is available in two forms: Academic (for those who wish to apply for higher education) and General (for those who wish to migrate for work purposes). The exam results are scaled between 1 to 9 bands which determine and validate your proficiency in four skills: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. A candidate’s score report is valid for two years.
At SitesPower, we ensure that you, as an IELTS examinee, secure the desirable bands, as well as, learn great things about English language and use them effectively to succeed in any English-speaking country in the world.
Why IELTS?
This IELTS certification course in Dubai is the most ideal for you to pursue your goals of studying or working in an English speaking country of your choice.
There is often a question whether to go for IELTS, TOEFL or PTE. These three English language tests are different in nature. Their exam patterns, acceptability, grading systems, etc. differ from one another. There are certain benefits of choosing the IELTS over TOEFL or PTE:
- IELTS has a proven record of successful and profitable results. It is comparatively easier to secure a good score in IELTS.
- The exam pattern is very uncomplicated and simpler than other exams’ formats.
- It is the most widely acceptable all over the world.
- IELTS Test centers are easily available everywhere.
- The test is of a strict nature and test results are 100% accurate.
- It doesn’t just cover American and British English, but also Australian, Canadian and all the other urban English accents, practising listening to which you become more familiar with different tonalities and pronunciations.
With a good band score, anything between 6.5 to 9, you’ll be able to get through any business school abroad you have been dreaming of studying in. If you are planning to migrate for work, no other exam than IELTS can prepare you in the best possible ways for your usage of English language in a foreign country.
This IELTS Training in Dubai, UAE by SitesPower will demonstrate exactly how to use English language effectively in the live environments across industries and institutions.
SitesPower is your trusted training organization for unparalleled learning and upskilling experience. Our ever-inspiring, well-experienced trainers are here to fully equip you with English language skillsets. Your journey to efficient communication starts here!
IELTS Exam Prerequisites
There are certain eligibility criteria you must meet before booking your exam date. This IELTS preparation course, however, has no prerequisites and absolutely anyone can attend the training.
Following are the IELTS exam eligibility criteria:
- Your age should be at least 16
- You must have a valid passport of your country of origin/ country of residence
- You intend to study in UK/ USA/ Canada/ Australia/ New Zealand OR
- You plan to emigrate to Canada/ Australia/ New Zealand
Having basic knowledge of English grammar, business English and spoken skills are helpful.
Target Audience
This IELTS training course is designed for students and professionals who wish to live in an English speaking country with a purpose of either working or studying in English Language and communicate thoughts effectively in an organization or team. IELTS confirms your knowledge in English language – the universally acknowledged English Language Testing Methodology.
Any professional or student who wants to validate her or his proficiency in the English language and has set a goal of working or studying in any of the English speaking countries can attend this IELTS Exam Prep Course.
Our Subject Matter Expert
The Subject Matter Experts or Trainers at SitesPower have over 15 to 30 years of proven experience in the industry and in training delivery. They have excellent academic records along with excellent technical qualifications which makes them the most ideal personals to guide you right from day 1 till the time you finish your certification examination, receive your credential and are ready to take the leap!
Our trainers are internationally renowned for their command over the subject matter, most importantly, their updated industry knowledge. Our team of experts is also efficient in evaluating course effectiveness in relation to client timescales and desired results from a certain training program, so in case you’re looking for something that is not present in the curriculum above, or is looking for blended training programs, be rest assured. Our programs are customizable and can be made ready, especially to cater to your learning demands.
About IELTS Exam
- The total duration of IELTS is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
- The scoring pattern is based on a band scale of 0 to 9.
- You get separate time allocated for each paper and you must complete that test in the same assigned time frame.
- The speaking test is conducted on a different day, either before or after your remaining 3 test papers.
IELTS Exam Format:
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Section
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Duration
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Test Paper Details
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Number of questions
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Listening
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30 minutes
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Involves listening to four recorded conversations and monologues and answering to the questions based on them.
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40
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Reading
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60 minutes
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Consists of detailed reading passages and answering diverse types of questions based on them. The question type ranges from descriptive to MCQs and one-word answer questions.
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40
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Writing
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60 minutes
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Has two writing tasks in which the 1st one requires you to summarize or describe a report, chart or a diagram in at least 150 words. The 2nd one is a short essay that should be at least of 250 words.
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2
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Speaking
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11 – 14 minutes
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This is a face-to-face interview with the examiner which includes short answer questions, discussion and speaking about a familiar topic.
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3
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Why SitesPower?
SitesPower is a leading Corporate and IT training organizations with the best support system ever, in terms of exam prep, guidance and customized training programs.
SitesPower has uplifted thousands of individuals’ careers and continues to do so – not just in UAE and ME but even beyond these regions. We are a team that gets looked up first when it comes to quality training, 100% reliable course curriculum, professional certifications and exams, career consultation, and more.
Our trainers, with a vast experience in English Language Training, have played major roles in the development of many global organizations over the years and thus, are in the perfect place to guide you through IELTS test preparation.
So, if you want to enhance your soft skills, increase your employability and get great prospects of obtaining an opportunity across renowned organizations worldwide, choose the best IELTS in Dubai and UAE.
Enroll with us NOW!
Course Outline
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Section
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Academic Test (for students)
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General Test (for professionals)
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Listening
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- It includes four sections - 40 items
- One is a conversation between two individuals
- Second is a monologue/ speech
- The third section is a conversation among a maximum of four people set in an academic setting
- The final one is a monologue on an academic subject
(Note – The audio is only played only once for each section.)
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Same as Academic.
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Reading
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- It includes three sections - 40 items
- You need to read the text passages and answer questions in multiple-choice, sentence completion, summary writing, matching information, short-answers
- Each passage consists of 13-14 questions
- The reading module has in total of 40 questions
- Reading passages and questions are different in Academic and General Training IELTS
- The syllabus includes three long texts
- Subject matter range from the descriptive and factual to the discursive and analytical.
- The texts are authentic and are taken from books, journals, magazines, and newspapers.
- These are selected for a non-specialist audience
- Appropriate for candidates entering university courses or seeking professional registration abroad.
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- Requires candidates to read extracts from books, magazines, newspapers, notices, advertisements, company handbooks, and guidelines.
- These are materials one is likely to encounter on a daily basis in an English speaking environment.
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Writing
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- Topics are of general interest and suitable for candidates planning undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad or seeking professional registration.
- In task I, you will be presented with a graph, table, chart or diagram and asked to describe, summarise or explain the information in your own words.
- In task II, you will be asked to write an essay in response to a point of view, argument or problem.
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- In task I, you need to respond to a given situation in form of a letter. It is suggested that you must write at least 150 words and spend 20 minutes on this task.
- In task II, you are provided with a point of view, argument or a problem. You have to present a solution to the problem, challenge ideas, compare evidences or display contrast opinions. It is suggested that you must write at least 250 words and spend about 40 minutes on this task.
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Speaking
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- Three-part one-on-one conversation
- The test will be recorded for evaluation purposes and will consist of three parts that simulate a face-to-face oral interview with an examiner.
- The Speaking component assesses the candidates’ use of spoken English; takes between 11 to 14 minutes to complete.
- The entire speaking test is recorded by the examiner.
- In Part I, you will be asked questions about oneself and a range of familiar topics, such as home, family, work, studies and interests.
- Part I is for about four and five minutes.
- In Part II, you will be given a card asking you to talk about a particular topic. You will be given one minute to prepare before speaking.
- In Part III, the questions you will be asked will be connected to the Part II topics.
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Same as Academic.
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Hence, the pattern is slightly different for both Academic and General Tests. Listening and Speaking tests remain the same for both, only Reading and Writing tests differ.
Reviews
“Hello! I was planning to go to the UK for a bachelor degree and I come to know about this IELTS course at SitesPower through a friend. The training was really good, I achieved 7.5 bands which is quite good. Took as many mock tests as I could in that one month. Thanks SP. I will recommend SitesPower for this course.”
Ali Mohammed
Law Student
“When I actually joined, I was like whoa this is a lot of study. But actually the trainer took intensive training so that we get good bands. The study material quality is excellent here. A lot of practice and teaching is good. Good consultation service too.”
Shariq Fakih Mubin
Computer Engineer
“IELTS is the best test and at SitesPower I enjoyed practicing for it. The training was so comprehensive, trainer was excellent and courseware was helpful. The exam went off really well and for that I’d really like to thank SitesPower.”
Mohsin Sayyed
Project Manager
FAQs
What is IELTS?
IELTS or the International English Language Testing System is a popular, standardized English language proficiency test specially designed for non-native English speakers to familiarize them with different forms of the language. 3.5 million IELTS tests were taken last year by citizens of diverse countries around the globe, making it the most trustworthy aid to test your English language skills.
Which organization governs and manages IELTS?
IELTS is jointly managed by the British Council, Cambridge Assessment English and IDP IELTS Australia. International subject matter experts from these organizations contribute to IELTS test materials.
What type of questions are asked in the IELTS Exam?
The questions in IELTS papers are based on real-life situations in English speaking countries. The nature of questions can vary ranging from ‘short answer questions’ to ‘MCQs’, ‘true or false questions’, ‘sentence completion’, or ‘matching heading’ sort of diverse types of questions. At SitesPower, our SMEs will be there to share their experiences and tips with you, in order for you to crack the IELTS exam in your first attempt.
Why are there two versions of the IELTS test: Academic and General?
There are two versions of the IELTS test to better examine your abilities as a candidate depending upon the role you are taking up in an English-speaking environment. Also, to properly acquaint you with the situations either as a student or a professional, a different set of questions are needed. A slightly different variety is used in terms of vocabulary in Academic and General tests that focuses on the basic survival skills in diverse social scenarios and workplaces. The subject matter of Reading and Writing differs in these both tests.
How long does the IELTS Test take and what is the test format?
The IELTS test may take 2 hours and 45 minutes depending on how much time is spent in the last segment – Speaking.
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1. Listening
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30 Minutes
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2. Reading
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60 Minutes
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3. Writing
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60 Minutes
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4. Speaking
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11 - 14 Minutes
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The first 3 papers are generally taken on the same day of the test. They follow the same chronological order as given above with no breaks in between. Your Speaking test may be held either on the same day, seven days before or two days after your Listening, Reading and Writing test day.
What will I gain for this IELTS Certification Training course?
This IELTS Exam Prep Training Course gives detailed knowledge of how this test is going to be and how can you achieve the best score in it. It is a focused study of English Language considering the four basic language skills: Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking.
This well-designed course by SitesPower provides comprehensive, application-level training for anyone working or studying in a global environment where there is speaking the English Language is highly required. After completing this IELTS training, you will be able to speak and write in English confidently. You will reap great results by constantly through different listening and reading activities in the classroom. Vigorous IELTS mock tests are conducted and life simulations are created for you.
This training will equip you with all the basic communication gaps you need to tackle at your study or workplace.
What does the acronym IELTS mean?
IELTS is the International English Language Testing System.
Can I attend this Lean IELTS course online?
Yes. At SitesPower, we do arrange online WebEx training courses as per your schedule and requirement.
SitesPower is a training provider that largely conducts exclusive classroom training programs in Dubai headquarters as well as customized outbound training programs around UAE and ME.
This IELTS certification training at SitesPower gives live environment experience on the real life English Language usage so that you can practice the implementation of skills even before you take the test.
Please do get in touch with our experts for any queries you may have about this IELTS training in Dubai.