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IELTS is the International English Language Testing System, trusted by governments, employers, and thousands of universities around the world.
Originally launched in 1980, for more than 40 years IELTS has set the standard for English language testing to help people achieve their professional, personal, and academic ambitions.
Jointly owned by the British Council, IDP IELTS, and Cambridge University Press & Assessment – our combined global presence and commitment to research makes us ideal providers of international English testing.
British Council
The British Council connects people worldwide with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK, and builds lasting relationships with other countries. The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunity and cultural relations and is represented in over 140 countries worldwide.
Cambridge English
Cambridge English is part of the University of Cambridge. We develop and produce world-leading exams and tests for learners and teachers of English; 5.5 million of our assessments are taken every year* in more than 130 countries. Around the world over 25,000 universities, employers, government ministries and other organisations rely on our exams and qualifications as proof of English language ability. Cambridge English exams are backed by over 100 years of expertise and experience in English language testing.
Cambridge English is part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment – a not-for-profit organisation.
*Average number of assessments delivered in the last five years.
IELTS is the world’s most popular test for verifying English language ability. Every year we deliver over 3 million tests for people who want to live, work and study in countries where English is spoken.
With access to test takers from more than 140 countries, IELTS can help you select the right students, build professional talent at your organisation, and attract qualified individuals to your country.
Setting the standard
IELTS sets the standard for English language assessment. Supported by decades of research and rigorous security measures, our tests ensure that people have the vital skills they need to communicate effectively in an English-speaking environment, and to succeed and thrive.
Fairness
IELTS actively avoids cultural bias. Our tests consist of questions that are relevant to the way people use English in their academic or working life, giving everyone the opportunity to succeed.
Safeguards
IELTS is subject to the highest quality controls and enhanced security procedures, giving you results you can trust.
Professional assessment
Every test is assessed by qualified Examiners who undergo rigorous training and continuous monitoring.
Your globally trusted English language test
The globally trusted language test
IELTS is the only English language test that is accepted by all key immigration authorities for visa applications and migration purposes. This includes Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK.