The Exam
Notification Of Test Date And Time (Including Speaking Test)
All candidates will receive test venue and starting time information via email. Please add ielts@maltachamber.org.mt to your contact list to ensure you receive the above information in your Inbox.
Please note that if you arrive late, you will not be allowed to sit for the test.
Secure Cloakroom
On arrival we will ask you to switch off your mobile phone, as well as any other electronic equipment, and place your belongings in a secure cloakroom. You will only be allowed to take your identification document and a transparent bottle of water into the test room. IELTS invigilators have the right to ask candidates to empty their pockets and/or remove loose/bulky jackets and other outerwear where unauthorised articles may be concealed. Spectacle cases for prescription glasses are prohibited too. Please refrain from bringing any valuables to the Test Centre. All stationery requirements are provided.
What Does The IELTS Test Consist Of?
There are four parts to the IELTS Test (Academic / General Training).
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The first part is the Listening Test; this takes 30 minutes and you will need to answer 40 questions. The recording will be played only once.
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The second part is the Reading Test; you will be given 60 minutes to answer 40 questions.
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The third part is the Writing Test; you will be required to write two short essays (of at least 150 and 250 words respectively) in one hour. You should spend 20 minutes on the first and 40 minutes on the second task.
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The Speaking Test will take around 15minutes and can be held up to seven days before the nominated Test Day.
There Are No Breaks Between Tests
It is important to note that there are no breaks between tests. We advise candidates to go to the bathroom before the test begins. Candidates are not permitted to go to the bathroom or leave the room:
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Whilst Invigilators are giving instructions.
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During the Listening Test.
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In the last 10 minutes of each test.