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Academic vs General Training Flashcards

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  1. A candidate wants to study a master's degree at a UK university. Which test should they take?

    Answer: Academic

    University study requires the Academic version of IELTS.

  2. A nurse applying for professional registration abroad is told to take the test required for academic and professional registration. Which version is it?

    Answer: Academic

    Professional registration bodies typically require the Academic module.

  3. A person seeking a skilled-worker visa for Canada generally needs which IELTS version?

    Answer: General Training

    Skilled-worker migration usually requires General Training IELTS.

  4. Why is Academic Reading often considered harder than General Training Reading?

    Answer: It uses denser, more technical vocabulary

    Academic passages contain more complex, specialized language than General Training texts.

  5. On which band scale are both Academic and General Training results reported?

    Answer: 0 to 9

    Both versions report scores on the same 0–9 band scale.

  6. Is the scoring of the Reading section identical between Academic and General Training?

    Answer: No, General Training needs more correct answers for the same band

    Because General Training texts are easier, candidates generally need more correct answers for the same band score.

  7. Which statement about test fee differences is generally true?

    Answer: Academic and General Training usually cost the same

    Test fees are typically the same for both Academic and General Training.