Difference Between IELTS And ESOL
 

I want to pursue master degree from abroad and for this planning to give the IELTS And ESOL certification exam. Can you please provide me what the basic difference between both this IELTS And ESOL Exam also tell what the pattern of this exam so that I can prepare well?

Re: Difference Between IELTS And ESOL
 

Both the IELTS and the ESOL examinations are taken by individuals who are considered to be non-native English speakers.

The IELTS utilizes only one set of examinations to test the individual’s overall command of the English language, covering all four areas for academic purposes.

The results of this examination is released within two weeks, and is currently accepted by universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and United States

On the other hand, the ESOL utilizes a number of different examinations to gauge a particular individual’s competence of the English language, depending on the requirements

Difference:

1. ESOL and IELTS are examinations taken by individuals from non-native English speaking countries, to show their ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing the English language.

2. The IELTS is commonly used by students who are applying to study in a university situated in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and United States. The ESOL is commonly used by individuals who are applying for a working visa in a native English-speaking country.

3. The results of the IELTS are only valid up to two years from the time that the exam was taken. The ESOL certificate does not have any expiration date.

Test pattern:

Listening 40 questions Approximately 30 minutes (plus 10 minutes’ transfer time)
Reading 40 questions 60 minutes
Writing 2 tasks 60 minutes
Speaking 3 parts 11–14 minutes

Here are just a few of the leading organisations that will accept your certificate:

Philips
Harvard Business School
University of Cambridge
International Monetary Fund
University of Western Australia
Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools