IELTS is available in two formats - Academic and General Training.

The Academic Module assess whether a candidate is ready to train or study in the English medium at an undergraduate or postgraduate levels. Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses should be based on the results of this module.

The General Training Module emphasises basic survival skills in a board social and educational context. General Training is suitable for candidates who are going to English-speaking countries to complete their secondary education, to undertake work experience or training programmes not a degree level, or for immigration purposes to Australia, Canada and New Zealand.

If in doubt which module to take, contact the organisation to which you are applying for their requirements.