IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
IELTS, the world's proven English language test, is available at the University of the Sunshine Coast. USC is an official IELTS test centre with tests conducted at least twice a month on campus and once a year in our off-site centre in the Solomon Islands.
Visit the latest IELTS test dates and find out how to apply for an IELTS test. For more information visit frequently asked questions.
Test information
You can be sure that an IELTS score demonstrates your true ability to communicate in English across all four language skills - Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The real life authenticity gives you a personal and valid indicator of just how good you really are!
- The IELTS test is in four components: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
- The Listening, Reading and Writing components of the test take approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete. The speaking component takes approximately 20 minutes to complete.
- IELTS is available in two formats: Academic and General Training.
- The Academic modules assess whether a candidate is ready to study or train at degree level.
- The General Training modules are suitable for candidates who are going to undertake non academic training or for immigration purposes. Please go to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship website for more information.
- Test results will be sent to candidates 13 days after the test in a Test Report Form (TRF).
- Candidates will be awarded a score for each individual component and an overall test score. The test is scored from non user (0) to Expert (9).
- TRF's will be released by post or, if arranged beforehand, can be collected in person. Results cannot be released by telephone or email.
- If candidates choose to have their TRF's sent to them by post, the University will not take responsiblity for their secure arrival unless a self addressed, registered post envelope is supplied on the test day.
- There are no restrictions on candidates re-taking the test.
- For more information on the IELTS test please go to the IELTS website.
Enquiry on results
To apply for an Enquiry on Results (EOR) candidates must complete an EOR Form (PDF 292KB). This must be sent to USC by post with the original TRF and A$176 (A$160 plus GST) made payable to the "University of the Sunshine Coast" within 5 weeks of the test date. The EOR process can take up to six weeks to complete. The A$176 EOR fee will be refunded if the candidate's score changes as a result of the EOR.
Additional Test Report Form
Candidates can request additional TRF's up to two months after the test date free of charge using the Additional TRF Form (106KB). After two months all additional TRF requests will incur a A$15 re-print fee. Additional TRF's can only be sent to institutions - this includes Government departments and Universities- they cannot be sent to agents.
Cancellations
If candidates want to cancel their test place, this must be done no later than five weeks before the test date. All refunds will incur a 25 percent administration fee. To apply for a refund by post, candidates must complete a Request for Refund Form (PDF 170KB) and a Bank Details Form (PDF 33KB).
Transfers
The transfer of a test place date must be done no later than five weeks before the test date. All test date transfers will incur a A$60 administration fee. The fee must be paid by bank cheque or money order made payable to the "University of the Sunshine Coast". To apply for a test place transfer by post, candidates must complete a Test Date Transfer Form (PDF 170KB).
USC contact details
Postal address:
IELTS
USC International
University of the Sunshine Coast
MAROOCHYDORE DC QLD 4558
Tel: +61 7 5459 4570
Email: ielts@usc.edu.au
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