IELTS is the world’s most popular English language test for higher education and global migration; delivered at over 4,000 locations in over 140 countries and trusted by over 12,000 organizations globally, including more than 3,400 institutions in the U.S.
Millions of tests are taken each year by people seeking to demonstrate English language proficiency for education, migration or employment. The British Council, IDP IELTS and Cambridge University Press & Assessment jointly own IELTS. Learn more about IELTS at takeielts.britishcouncil.org.
Why take the IELTS test at CECL-UQÀM?
Located in downtown Montreal, a few steps from the Berri-UQAM Metro station
A testing solution for both Academic or General purposes
Dates during weekdays and weekends to accommodate your schedule
We encourage and welcome all registrants, candidates, and/or test takers.
In playing our part to address under representation, we encourage applicants from under-represented groups, in particular, but not exclusively, on grounds of disability.We welcome requests for specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. Our partner, the British Council, is committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity, and inclusion across all our collaborative endeavours. For more information, please visit https://www.britishcouncil.org/about-us/our-values/equality-diversity-inclusion.
Types of IELTS Test
The IELTS test is available in two test types: IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training.
IELTS Academic is for those applying for tertiary, undergraduate, postgraduate courses or professional registration.
IELTS General Training is for those migrating to countries such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the UK, or those applying for secondary education, training programs and work experience in an English-speaking environment.
IELTS Listening and Speaking sections are the same for both test types, but the subject matter of the Reading and Writing sections differs depending on which test is taken. The IELTS Speaking section is the same for both Academic and General Training and is taken face-to-face with an examiner (either in person or by video call).
IELTS Test Formats
IELTS on Computer: This test requires test takers to sit the Listening, Reading and Writing tests in front of a computer with the questions presented on the screen in an official IELTS test location. The Speaking test is not on computer and is carried out face-to-face with a trained IELTS examiner.
IELTS on Paper: This test requires test takers to sit the Reading, Listening and Writing tests with physical question papers and answer sheets in an official IELTS test location. The Speaking test is carried out face-to-face with a trained IELTS examiner.
Currently, CECL-UQÀM only offers the IELTS on Computer format.
IELTS Test Preparation Materials
Embark on your journey to IELTS success with the exclusive practice materials! Whether you’re diving into focused preparation for each of the four test sections—Reading, Writing, Speaking, and Listening—or refining your skills with our free prep resources, make sure you’re fully geared up to ace the test.
If you have booked your IELTS Test with the British Council, you get free access to the exclusive from British Council IELTS Ready: Premium resources. Benefit from a personalized study plan, practice questions tailored to your abilities, interactive activities and much more. Log in to your Test Taker Portal account after you have booked and start preparing for your test day.
If you’ve decided on taking the IELTS test, want to stay ahead but aren’t ready to book just yet, IELTS Ready Member offers you free access to exclusive essential resources from the British Council to kickstart your IELTS prep journey. Start practicing with sample questions, model answers, and vocabulary exercises.
How to Register for the IELTS Test?
Follow these steps to complete your registration to the IELTS test:
You must first book your test on the British Council Website. At the end of your booking, you will be asked to make your payment using our online payment form, select the IELTS test option from the list, Select “IELTS Test”, then click “Ajouter au panier”/“Add to cart.”
Click “Passer à la validation de commande”/“Proceed to order validation.”
Enter your details (name, phone, email, etc.). If applicable, add your registration number under “Besoins particuliers” (optional).
Check the box, click “Commander”/“Order,” and complete payment on the card payment page.
If you need to cancel or reschedule your test due to unforeseen circumstances, please contact us immediately via email. When you book your IELTS test online, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by the IELTS Terms and Conditions and the IELTS cancellation and refund policy.
IELTS Test Policy
Punctuality: remember to arrive early for your IELTS test. Do not forget to check the Confirmation of completion of IELTS registration and acceptance of application (sent by email by CECL and also available on the British Council Test Taker Portal). This invitation contains all the information about the test schedule and procedure. You will be denied your access to the test if you arrive late.
Candidate identification: Please bring your permanent resident card, passport or Refugee Protection Claimant Document you used to make your reservation when you arrive at the CECL. If you bring a different ID from the one used for registration, you will not be allowed to take the test, and no transfer or refund will be issued.
Minors: a parental consent form must be completed and signed by a parent/legal guardian.
Personal effects and electronic devices: No personal effects (including phones, watches, headphones, etc.) will be allowed in the test room. Only the following personal items will be allowed: eyeglasses (eyeglasses cases are not allowed) and a clear water bottle (without label).
Registration: Arrive 40 minutes before the IELTS written test (Listening, Reading, and Writing) and 50 minutes before the Speaking test.
Food: You should eat and drink beforehand. You will not be allowed to bring food into the test room. You will only be allowed to bring water in a clear bottle.
IELTS Test Results
Your IELTS test results will be available on your Test Taker Portal and will be valid for two years.
For the IELTS on Computer, your results will be sent electronically after 1 to 5 calendar days from the test date. You can download your electronic Test Report Form (eTRF) from the Test Taker Portal after your test.”. Paper results will not be issued for IELTS on Computer unless an organization requires the Centre’s stamp on the document, in which case proof will be required.
To send your IELTS on Computer results, you can download the eTRF and send it to the organization you are applying to via email, by post (printing it out) or directly via your Test Taker Portal in the section “Receiving organization”. To check if the organization requires only the TRF number, visit the IELTS Recognizing organization finder .
You have the option to ask your Test Centre to submit your eTRF on your behalf to the organisation. For more information, get in touch with us via email.
If you feel that your results are not representative of your level, you can send us an Enquiry on Results (EOR) within six (6) weeks of your exam. To do so, you can request an EOR on your Test Taker Portal and select the parts you would like to be reviewed, then complete the payment using the online payment form by selecting Enquiry on Results option.
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