The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is one of the world’s most widely recognised English tests for study, work and immigration. It is accepted by over 12,500 organisations, universities and government agencies.
Eloquia Frankfurt is an official IELTS test centre. You can take both the IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training exam at our modern, centrally located premises.
Please note: Registration for the exam is exclusively via the official IELTS website. Direct booking through Eloquia is unfortunately not possible.
IELTS Academic & General Training – Computer-Based Exam
Internationally recognised English test for study, visa and work. Both test versions at our test centre, computer-based, fast results.
Faster results
Speaking test with a certified examiner
Key information at a glance
| Exam | IELTS Academic & General Training — Computer-based |
| Scoring | Band Score 1.0 – 9.0 (half-band increments) |
| Total duration | ≈ 2 hours 45 minutes (incl. Speaking) |
| Results | Usually within 3–5 days |
| Recognition | Accepted by over 12,500 organisations worldwide (universities, employers, government agencies) |
| Validity | 2 years from test date |
IELTS Academic vs. General Training – What’s the difference?
Both test versions assess Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The difference lies in the focus of Reading and Writing:
| IELTS Academic | IELTS General Training | |
|---|---|---|
| Target group | University study & academic admission | Work, immigration & professional development |
| Reading | Academic texts (journals, research papers) | Everyday texts (ads, manuals, newspaper articles) |
| Writing Task 1 | Describe a chart, graph or table | Write a letter (formal, semi-formal or informal) |
| Listening & Speaking | Identical for both versions | Identical for both versions |
Test structure & duration
We offer the computer-based version of IELTS (Academic and General Training). Both versions consist of four parts:
| Part | What is assessed? | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Listening | Listening comprehension: everyday conversations, monologues, academic lectures | approx. 30 min |
| Reading | Reading comprehension: Academic = academic texts; General = everyday texts | approx. 60 min |
| Writing | Academic = chart/graph + essay; General = letter + essay | approx. 60 min |
| Speaking | One-to-one interview with a certified examiner (interview, long turn, discussion) | approx. 11–14 min |
Total duration ≈ approx. 2 h 45 min. The written parts (Listening, Reading, Writing) are completed on computer in a group room.
Test day schedule
On test days we typically offer two sessions:
Morning session (AM)
- Written parts in the morning
- Speaking test in the afternoon
Afternoon session (PM)
- Written parts in the afternoon
- Speaking test in the morning
The Speaking test is a one-to-one interview with a certified examiner.
Important notes
- ID: A valid passport is required on test day (national ID cards are not accepted for IELTS).
- Punctuality: Late entry is not possible.
- Accommodations: Please contact us well in advance of registration.
- Rescheduling/cancellation: IELTS and ELOQUIA policies apply; observe deadlines/fees.
IELTS Preparation
Want to be fully prepared for your exam? We offer professional IELTS preparation courses in small groups or as private tuition – for both Academic and General Training.
IELTS – Scoring & Band Scores
IELTS scores each skill (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) individually on a scale from 1.0 to 9.0. The Overall Band Score is the average of the four individual scores (rounded to the nearest half band). The scoring scale applies equally to Academic and General Training.
| Band Score | Skill level | Approximate CEFR level |
|---|---|---|
| 9.0 | Expert User | C2 |
| 8.0 – 8.5 | Very Good User | C1–C2 |
| 7.0 – 7.5 | Good User | C1 |
| 6.0 – 6.5 | Competent User | B2 |
| 5.0 – 5.5 | Modest User | B1 |
| 4.0 – 4.5 | Limited User | A2–B1 |
| Below 4.0 | Extremely Limited / Non User | A1–A2 |
Most universities require an Overall Band Score of 6.0–7.0 (Academic); visa and immigration requirements (General Training) vary by country.