What are the Uses of the IELTS Exam?

The International English Language Testing System examination has received a lot of test takers since different opportunities opened in countries like Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United Kingdom and even some parts of the United States of America. Moreover, these opportunities are very promising that more and more Filipinos want to grab this chance of being able to go overseas. We all know that the IELTS examination is an English proficiency examination; however, what exactly are the uses of the IELTS exam? 

· The IELTS examination is a measure of one’s ability to use and understand the English language. Many non-native English speakers want to know their level of fluency; hence, they choose to take the examination. Being able to know your English fluency is an advantage and will bring a lot of benefits to you – both professionally and personally.

· The IELTS test is needed for students who are applying for a degree or a post-graduate course overseas. Schools need IELTS to ensure one’s success in coping with their academic performance in school. It will be very difficult for someone to study in an English speaking country if he or she has a hard time understanding the English language.

· Working professionals who want to work overseas need the IELTS as a requirement. Companies have made this a requirement to check if a certain individual can work efficiently in an English-speaking work environment. He or she should be able to work well with colleagues as well through communication in the English language.

· For Filipino residents to change their visa status to permanent residents in a specific country, the IELTS is also needed for their application.

· For immigration, people who have taken the IELTS can use this as a proof of their language test. English-speaking countries require it to evaluate the individual’s eligibility to stay and live permanently in their country.

· IELTS exam is also used in professional registration for some organizations overseas.

· In some countries, the IELTS is used to evaluate literacy of students.

· For scholarship grants overseas, an IELTS score is also a needed requirement.

· IELTS is also used for teacher education courses in some countries.

· Some universities also use the IELTS in investigating language proficiency of international students.

People may have different purposes in taking the IELTS but its use can be any of the one mentioned above. For Filipinos, the most common use of the IELTS is for work, study, and immigration. Taking the IELTS is a huge challenge; a rigid training for the test should be practiced. Take time to organize and manage time as a start in preparing for the IELTS examination.