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CELUSA is the testing centre in South Australia for:



The IELTS  Mega test of 27th September to be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre
 

IELTS - International English Language Testing System

 

What is IELTS?


IELTS is the International English Language Testing System. It measures ability to communicate in English across all four language skills - listening reading, writing and speaking - for people who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication. CELUSA has been involved in the administration of IELTS since the test commenced in 1989.

There are two IELTS test modulse: the Academic Module and the General Training Module.

For more information, and to download practice materials, go to the IELTS website (external site, opens in new window).

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IELTS test format

Academic Module General Training Module
Listening : 40 minutes Listening : 40 minutes
Academic Reading - three sections (60 minutes) General Reading - three sections (60 minutes)
Academic Writing - two tasks (150 words and 250 words): 60 minutes General Writing - two tasks (150 words and 250 words): 60 minutes
Speaking: 11 - 14 minutes Speaking: 11 - 14 minutes


For more information, and to download practice materials, go to the IELTS website (external site, opens in new window).

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IELTS test dates

Remaining test dates for 2008. Download a print-friendly version here.
 


The IELTS  Mega test of 27th September to be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre
 


Test date

Last date to apply*

Academic Module

General Training Module

Saturday 31 May 2008

Thursday 24 April 2008

Test Full

Test Full

Saturday 14 June 2008

Thursday 8 May 2008

Not Offered

Test Full

Saturday 21 June 2008

Thursday 15 May 2008

Test Full

Not Offered

Saturday 28 June 2008

Thursday 22 May 2008

Test Full

Test Full

Saturday 12 July 2008

Thursday 05 June 2008

Test Full

Test Full

Saturday 26 July 2008

Thursday 19 June 2008

Test Full

Test Full

Saturday 9  August 2008

Thursday 03 July 2008

Not Offered

Test Full

Saturday 16 August 2008

Thursday 10 July 2008

Test Full

Not Offered

Saturday 30 August 2008

Thursday 24 July 2008

Test Full

Test Full

Saturday  06 September 2008 Thursday 31 July 2008 Not Offered Test Full
Saturday 13 September 2008 Thursday 7 August 2008 Test Full Not Offered
Saturday 27 September 2008 Thursday 21 August 2008 Test Full Test Full
Saturday 11 October 2008 Thursday 4 September 2008 Test Full Test Full
Saturday 25 October 2008 Thursday 18 September 2008 Test Full Test Full
Saturday 8 November 2008 Thursday 2 October 2008 Test Available Test Available
Saturday 15 November 2008 Thursday 9 October 2008 Test Available Test Available
Saturday 6 December 2008 Thursday 30 October 2008 Test Available Test Available
Saturday 13 December 2008 Thursday 6 November 2008 Test Available Test Available

 


The IELTS  Mega test of 27th September to be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre
 

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How to apply for the IELTS test


Applications for the IELTS test can be made at:

CELUSA Reception
Level 5
Brookman Building
UniSA City East campus
Corner North Terrace and Frome Road
Adelaide SA 5000
 

(Download City East campus map)
 

Applications are accepted from 9.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.

Applications may be made in person or by post. When applying, please bring or send:

  • completed IELTS application form (download here*)
  • your current passport
  • a photocopy of the photo page of your passport (must be certified if sent by post)
  • two recent passport-sized photos (taken within the last six months)
  • test fee

Applications are not valid until after payment is made.

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IELTS test fees


The fee for the IELTS test is A$280 (excluding GST) or A$308 (including GST).

Depending on your reasons for taking the IELTS test your test fees may or may not include GST. This fee is set by IDP and is the same in every test centre in Australia.

Payment can be made by cash, EFTPOS, credit card (VISA and Mastercard), money order or bank cheque (made payable to CELUSA). Unfortunately, we cannot accept American Express and Diners Club cards.

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On the day of your IELTS test



The IELTS  Mega test of 27th September to be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre
 


Venue

CELUSA
Level 5
Brookman Building
UniSA City East campus
Corner North Terrace and Frome Road
Adelaide SA 5000

Car parking and transport

Public car parks are located on Frome Street between Rundle Street and North Terrace, and on Frome Road at the rear of the Royal Adelaide Hospital.  There is no public parking available on the UniSA campus. CELUSA is easily accessible by buses that stop on North terrace.  It is a 10 minute walk from the Adelaide Railway Station.

What to bring

  • Your passport.  If you do not have your passport with you will not be allowed to sit the test.

  • Pencil, pencil sharpener and eraser - pencil cases are not allowed. You do not need to bring paper.

  • Drinks and snacks.  You will not be allowed to leave the building until the speaking test is over.

  • Do not bring valuable or precious personal possessions. You will leave your bags, jackets, coats, mobile phones, pencil cases etc in a bag room facility where they will be supervised but CELUSA cannot take responsibility for lost or stolen personal items.

Test schedule

  • 8.15am-8.30am  - Arrival and registration. You should arrive no later than 8.30am.

  • 9.00am -  IELTS test commences.  If you arrive after 9.00 you will not be allowed to sit the test.

  • Listening and Reading tests are first, followed by the Writing. They are conducted in a large group in the Brookman Hall.

  • After a short break the Speaking tests are conducted in small rooms throughout the building.

 

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IELTS test results


By mail

A copy of your IELTS Test Report Form showing your results will be mailed on the Friday, 13 days after the date of the test.  It  will be sent to the address stated on the application form. Results cannot be given out over the telephone, by email or by fax.

In person

You can collect your Test Report Form in person from CELUSA Reception, Level 5, Brookman Building, UniSA City East campus, corner North terrace and Frome Road, Adelaide. Results will be available between 9.00am and 3.00pm on the Friday, 13 days after your test. You will need to show a passport or photo identification. Test results not collected by 3.00pm will be sent by postal mail on that day.

Additional copies of results

You can request up to five original copies of your Test Report From to be sent to other institutions but you must request this on your original application form before the test date. Additional copies requested after the test date will incur an administration fee of A$20 per copy.

Request for re-marking of results

IELTS test results are carefully checked before being released. However, you can ask that your test be re-marked by submitting an IELTS Enquiry on Results Form. You must make this request within four weeks of the test date and there is a fee of A$176. This fee will only be refunded if your overall band score result increases. Your request may take up to six weeks to process.

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Changing a test date or cancelling an IELTS test


Changing a test date

You may transfer your IELTS test date if there are places available. You will need to complete the Test Transfer form at least five weeks before your scheduled test date.  An administration fee of $70 applies.  No transfer is allowed less than five weeks before the scheduled test. Please provide your receipt when requesting a transfer.

Cancelling an IELTS test

You may cancel your IELTS test and receive a refund by contacting us five weeks or more before your scheduled test date.  An administration fee of 25% of the full test fee applies for cancellation.  No refund will be given for cancellation less than five weeks prior to the test.

Medical refund

Candidates can apply for a refund on medical grounds.  They must apply within two working days from the original test date.  An medical certificate must be submitted, along with the IELTS Medical Form signed by the same doctor.

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IELTS test preparation materials


IELTS on Track

By Stephen Slater, Donna Millen, and Pat Tyrie, published by Language Australia Ltd., in association with CELUSA, IELTS on Track is a test practice and preparation book with complete IELTS tests, fast track strategies, and activity sections. It is designed both for independent and classroom study, and especially focuses on writing and speaking skills. Individual purchases can be made at CELUSA Reception, while for larger orders are available contact: steve.slater@unisa.edu.au or fax: +618 8302 1557. ISBN 1 876768 363

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Downloads


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2008 IELTS Test dates(PDF 64kb)

IELTS Application form (PDF 127kb)

IELTS Request for Refund or Test Date Transfer Form (PDF 31kb)

IELTS Enquiry on Results Form (PDF 84kb)

IELTS Medical Form (PDF 68kb)

 

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