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Advantages of studying abroad

Advantages of studying in Canada

There are a lot of advantages of studying abroad and pursuing studies in a foreign university or college. For example the rewards of studying in Canada are very big in comparison to the cost involved. Many government Universities in Canada offer scholarships to foreign students who meet all the conditions of getting the scholarship. Canada is a beautiful and peaceful country which offers a high standard of living at an affordable cost. About 90% of students who pursue their studies in Canada get a job within 6 months of completing their graduation.

Earn along with studying in New Zealand

Studying in New Zealand is also very good option. New Zealand has one of the best education systems in the world. The quality of education in New Zealand is way more than the cost involved. The education system in New Zealand has a strong British influence. The degrees attained from universities and colleges in New Zealand are considered to be up to date and practically applicable. There are a lot of working opportunities available for foreign students who pursue their studies in New Zealand. Foreign students are allowed to work for 20 hours a week during semester and 40 hours a week during vacation. Foreign students not only generate funds for his/her studies but also earn to save money for future use. The economy of New Zealand is stable and the people as well as the government of New Zealand are welcoming.

Study and earn in Australia

Universities and colleges in Australia offer a wide range of courses in various fields. It is easy for foreign students to find a school and a course which suits their needs and aspirations. Australia allows students to work for 20 hours a week during the course of their studies to fund their education. This is also an opportunity for students to acquire work experience of their field while they are studying. So when they complete the desired course they are ready for the corporate world.

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Listening

The IELTS Listening test consists of four recordings (four parts) from native English speakers with ten (10) questions in each recording (part).

Recording 1: an everyday social conversation between two people

Recording 2: a monologue set in an everyday social context

Recording 3: an educational conversation with upto four people

Recording 4: a monologue on an academic subject

Listening test scores will be based on your ability to understand the main ideas,
factual information, opinions, attitude and purpose of the speaker and your ability
to follow the development of ideas.

No. of questions: 40 Marks:

each question is worth one (1) mark

Total time: 30 minutes (+ 2 minutes review time )

Speaking

The IELTS Speaking test assesses your pronunciation, grammar, accuracy, fluency and lexical resources while speaking English. There are three (3) parts to this test, with each part fulfilling a specific function in terms of task input, interaction pattern and the test taker’s output.

Part 1: Introduction & Interview This part includes general questions about the test taker like residence, work,family, interests, etc.

Part 2: Long Run Cue cards are shared on a particular topic and one (1) minute will be given to prepare to speak for upto two (2) minutes on the topic.

Part 3: Discussion This part gives you the opportunity to discuss the topic from the cue card in further detail, in a more general and abstract way

Total time: 11-14 minutes

Reading

The IELTS Reading test is designed to test a wide range of reading skills including reading for skimming, details, gist, understanding arguments and writer’s opinions,attitude and purpose

IELTS Academic Reading – It includes three (3) reading passages (with a variety of questions) ranging from descriptive and factual to discursive and analytical. These passages are of general interest dealing with interesting and recognizably appropriate issues, with at least one passage containing a detailed logical argument

Note: The reading texts may contain non-verbal materials as well like graphs, diagrams or illustrations.

IELTS General Reading – It includes three (3) daily passages (with 2-3 short texts in the first passage, 2 texts in the second passage and 1 long text in the third passage), based on an English-speaking environment, from notices, newspapers, magazines or advertisements.

Reading passage 1: texts based on social survival, like advertisements, notices and timetables

Reading passage 2: texts based on workplace survival, like contracts, job descriptions, staff development & training material

Reading passage 3: texts based on general reading, involving more extended prose and a complex structure.

No. of questions: 40

Marks: each question is worth one (1) mark

Total time: 60 minutes (no additional transfer time)

Note: Please note that the question types in the Listening & Reading sections can include multiple choice answers, true or false answers, matching information/headings or sentence, table & flow-chart completion.

Listening

The IELTS Listening test consists of four recordings (four parts) from native English speakers with ten (10) questions in each recording (part).

Recording 1: an everyday social conversation between two people

Recording 2: a monologue set in an everyday social context

Recording 3: an educational conversation with upto four people

Recording 4: a monologue on an academic subject

Listening test scores will be based on your ability to understand the main ideas,
factual information, opinions, attitude and purpose of the speaker and your ability
to follow the development of ideas.

No. of questions: 40 Marks:

each question is worth one (1) mark

Total time: 30 minutes (+10 minutes transfer time)