English as a language is celebrated and spoken globally. This 1400-year-old language is a very integral part of our daily life. We do speak in our regional/national languages. And yet fuse English or switch completely unconsciously as per our surroundings, conversations, and reasons. In terms of getting overseas success by studying abroad, working abroad, and settling in abroad, we must show that we have a good command of the English language. Such is the need for this language. This is the reason the question pops up What are the 5 Main Reasons Why People Are Afraid To Give IELTS Exam? Before we dive into the reasons, we must understand what is IELTS?
International English Language Testing System or IELTS is an exam that checks your English language skill level. To do so, you will be checked as per 4 modules Listening, reading, Writing and Speaking. You can score from 1 to 9 in each module, and you will get an overall score as per your performance in the 4 modules. On a surface level, appearing for exams that relate to your abilities of listening, speaking, reading, and writing seem ordinary. But unlike any exam, your performance is directly related to your preparation.
For anyone who aspires to go abroad, the first question that they ask anyone is, “Do I have to take an IELTS exam?”. The answer is ‘Yes’. As per the reason for your immigration, be it Study, Work or Settle abroad, your host country requires you to prove your language skill level.
If we talk about Canada, then it will require you to show the same in either English (IELTS/CELPIP) or French (TCF/TEF). Thus, there is no doubt that one can remove this prospect from the Canada visa process entirely.
The following are the answers to the 5 Main Reasons Why People Are Afraid To Give IELTS Exam:
One of the common reasons why people are afraid to give the IELTS exam is because they heard it is tough. And this is such a common thing, that one can not believe how many people who dream of moving abroad, never take a step towards it. In the times, where the world is awake at all hours, access to technology is both inspiring and depressing at the same time.
We can scroll through endless influencers, and test takers, writing about, “The biggest mistakes IELTS test takers make”. In addition, there is a long list of networks of friends, relatives and social connections, with their long trials and tribulations of taking IELTS and the immigration process.
Anyone who comes under such information is bound to get intimidated. Especially when the English language has become a strong metric for intellectual and social strength. So, anyone with a shy personality may feel a bit scared to not get good IELTS bands. However, the key to avoiding such gossip is just ‘Practise’.
The word may sound redundant, but it is the ultimate key to understanding your areas of strength. And working on the areas requiring improvement. Moreover, if you feel overwhelmed, connect with an immigration counsellor or language trainer. For they will help you overcome your fear of taking the IELTS exam.
A lot of test-takers and contemplators often get caught up in the fear of the IELTS syllabus. Another reason on the 5 Main Reasons Why People Are Afraid To Give IELTS Exam list is under preparation leading to under confidence. As a human being, each person has different strengths and weaknesses. The same can be seen in the 4 modules of any language exam. Such as Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.
Some are fluent in communication skills, some find the flow of words in writing, some are sharp with listening, and some are good readers. Thus, each individual shares a mixture of skills in all 4 areas. And identifying the same is important to overcome the same. Sometimes the stressed aspirants work too hard on 1 module thereby slipping on to the other. Moreover, sometimes they pressurise themselves into creating a lack of confidence.
A test taker nervous and underconfident tends to forget, what it has already mastered. Thus, honing your skills and being confident in the skills that you possess is very important.
In the immigration process, the IELTS exam is seen as an important step yet a hurdle that everyone wants to get over with. Be it IELTS for a Study Visa, Work Visa or PR visa, everyone wants to just finish and move ahead with the overseas visa process.
At times, to avoid losing time from their hands applicants dive right into the examination with not adequate preparation. As a result, they often miss the mark they were intended to achieve, thereby lengthening their visa application process. Then there is also the burden of skimming through the IELTS syllabus, covering all tricks and trips, within a short time. Something which is not possible by all.
So, irrespective of the visa process, always give yourself time to adjust to the exam pattern and marking scheme and gain self-confidence over the subject matter.
Moving across the continent or country sounds charming yet is a step one must take after great consideration. For it is a step you take to build a happy, healthy, successful, and blessed life. And often people procrastinate to a greater extent thereby applying for the immigration programs of their choice at the last moment.
For example, applying for a study visa near the admission intake to an overseas University/College. A dangerous prospect and the burden to arrange all documents is super heavy. In such a case, any applicant will go through an IELTS crash course which may crash their bands. A choice not so wise.
So, to eliminate 1 of the 5 Main Reasons Why People Are Afraid To Give IELTS Exam, is to simply, plan when to apply for a visa process. In such cases, it is always advisable to consult a licensed immigration consultant. Because of their vast knowledge of the immigration system, they are the right people to guide you on what, where, how and when to apply for a visa. So, choose and plan wisely!
The last reason why people are afraid to give IELTS exam is not knowing what to expect. The pattern of an IELTS exam is as follows:
| Language Test | Factor | Remark |
| IELTS | Writing module: Paper/online-based exam | Applicants can choose as per their comfort in writing an online exam or a paper-based exam. |
| Listening module: Speakers from Aus, UK, US, Canada, and New Zealand | Availability of different speakers. So, a comfortable element for non-native speakers. | |
| Speaking module: Face-to-face interaction | Applicants as per their comfort may find a human connection easier while sitting the exam. | |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours and 45 minutes. Besides, the speaking exam is held separately. This helps test takers who can not take the test in one go. | |
| Results | Paper-based – Post 13 days of taking the test | Computer-based – 3-5 days post taking the test. | |
| Test Centres | 1600 centres in 140 countries. | |
| Exam Fees | INR 16250* (Exam fee varies as per your country and currency) |
Such is the ease of appearing for an IELTS exam. All one must do is be informed, prepared, and motivated to go ahead.
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Mr. Kalyan Paul, President & CEO is the founder of GVI, an MBA in Finance and also a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) from Canada. Mr. Paul has more than 18 years of experience in immigration consulting that made him one of the preferred & valued immigration consultants in the immigration industry. He is a licensed member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) [Previously known as Immigration Consultants Of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC)] (Membership ID: R417119) which is a professional body of licensed immigration consultants recognized by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.
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