The following definitions are to be used as a general guide only.
Academic – Institutions of Higher and Further
Education
The Academic format is, broadly speaking,
for those who want to study or train in an English-speaking
university or Institutions of Higher and Further Education.
Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses is based on the
results of the Academic test.
General Training – for school, work or
migration
The General Training format focuses on
basic survival skills in broad social and workplace contexts. It is
typically for those who are going to English-speaking countries to
do secondary education, work experience or training programs.
People migrating to Australia, Canada and New Zealand must sit the
General Training test.
It should be noted that certain professions require an Academic
test result for registration and migration purposes.
Check with your organisation
Whilst the
IELTS Global
Recognition System is committed to maintaining an up
to date record of English language requirements, it is strongly
recommended that you also check the English language requirements
with the recognising organisation directly, by visiting their
website.
For more information, see Frequently
asked questions or download the Information
for candidates booklet (PDF, 935KB).
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