Taking IELTS Test In Malaysia?
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What is IELTS?
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the most widely recognised English language test in the world. Developed by some of the world’s leading experts in language assessment, over 12,000 organisations in more than 140 countries accept IELTS.
You can take IELTS to:
- Apply to a university or higher education institution for a course taught in English in any country worldwide.
- Spend a short period of studying abroad.
- Work in a professional organisation that requires advanced English language proficiency.
- Immigrate to an English-speaking country such as Canada, Australia, or New Zealand.
Which IELTS test is right for me?
IELTS opens the pathway for you to discover the world, get the job you want, and demonstrate your English language abilities. Thus, the test you choose depends on your goal.
There are two types of the IELTS test available in Malaysia – IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training
IELTS Academic
It measures if your English language proficiency level is suitable for an academic environment. The test reflects aspects of academic language and assesses whether you are ready to begin training or a course of study in English.
IELTS General Training
Equally important, it measures English language knowledge in a practical, everyday context. The test tasks reflect real-life situations in social or workplace settings.
Please check which test you are required to take with the institutions or organisations.
IELTS on Computer
You can choose from a wide range of test dates here and take the exam in computer-based formats at a test centre in Malaysia.
If you take your test on a computer, you will receive your results in a digital format (e-TRF) within eight (8) working days.
Test Structure and Scoring
The IELTS test has four sections:
- Listening (30 minutes)
- Reading (60 minutes)
- Writing (60 minutes)
- Speaking (11-14 minutes)
The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
Test takers who understand the format of IELTS are at an advantage. Hence, make sure you’re familiar with how IELTS testing works.
You will be assessed in four skills and receive a band score for each test section. IELTS scores range from 0 to 9 for each skill and your Test Report Form will show an overall score reflecting a summary of the level of your English proficiency.
How to prepare for your test
We provide you with numerous free online preparation resources. Therefore, book your exam as soon as possible to have more time to prepare and make the most of these resources.
Moreover, most of our students engage with our private tutors for preparatory courses along with the resources from the British Council.
IELTS Preparation Resources
IELTS Ready Premium: 40 practice tests for each skill, timed practice tests, live and recorded lessons, learning plans and response templates. It is free when you book your IELTS test with the British Council in Malaysia.
You may also practice test simulations to familiarise yourself with the exam format.
IELTS Test Fee in Malaysia
Both IELTS General Training and IELTS Academic – in the centre cost MYR 865.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s easy to check your IELTS results online. When your results are ready, we’ll send you an email notification with a link to view your scores. Some test centres also provide an SMS preview alert directly to your phone.
Please note: We cannot disclose your IELTS results via email or over the phone, therefore, you will need to use the link to see your scores online.
Your results will also be available to view online after they are released. These do not provide an official confirmation of your performance, however – for that, you’ll need your IELTS Test Report Form.
The IELTS Test Report Form (or TRF) is the official confirmation of your test result that can be shared as proof of your English language proficiency. This can either be a paper copy or an electronic version (eTRF).
Electronic Test Report Forms
You can download the electronic version (eTRF) from the Test Taker portal 3-8 days after your test. We will not issue an additional paper Test Report Forms.
You can print your electronic Test Report Form (eTRF) to send it to the organisations you are applying to, or you can send it via email. Alternatively, you can send your results direct to the organization through the Test Taker portal.
If you lose your Test Report Form at any stage, or have questions about your results, please contact your test centre i.e. British Council.
Most institutions you’re applying to will need original copies of your IELTS Test Report Form, meaning photocopies will not be accepted. However, if you have taken IELTS Online, you can print out your eTRF or send it via email.
We can send up to five additional copies of your Test Report Form directly to the institutions you are applying to (e.g. universities, companies, immigration offices, etc). If you would like us to do this, please include the relevant addresses on the Test Taker Portal within two years of taking the test.
While paper versions remain the norm, some universities and institutions have now subscribed to the electronic download of IELTS scores. Please check with your local test centre before sending a hard copy of your results or asking us to do so.
You will be awarded an IELTS band score for each test section of Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.
Each will be graded from 0 – 9 to reflect your proficiency in English in each of these areas. These may be whole band scores (e.g. 5.0, 6.0, 7.0) or half band scores (e.g. 5.5, 6.5, 7.5).
Your IELTS Test Report Form will also show an overall band score, which is a summary of your proficiency in English factoring in all four test areas.
If you wish to make an enquiry about your test results, or have any section of the test re-marked, you can submit an Enquiry on Results (EOR) request up to six weeks after your test date.
You can do this online through the Test Taker Portal or at the centre where you sat your test. There is a charge for having a section re-marked, but this will be refunded if your score increases for any section of the test.
The outcome of Enquiry on Result (EOR) can become available on the same day as your application and up to 21 days after your application. The time it takes depends on several factors, including the number of sections you’ve asked us to re-mark.
If you have not received a response after 21 days, please contact your test centre. If you took your original test via IELTS Online, please contact your test centre i.e. British Council.
IELTS One Skill Retake allows you get your desired test score without retaking the full test. If you want to improve your score on one test skill, you can retake any of the four IELTS skills – Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking within 60 days of your original test date.