Preparing for IELTS | Study and work abroad

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How Preparing for IELTS can help you to study and work abroad 

The IELTS test is an internationally recognized standard for English speaking countries – passing this test can unlock huge opportunities to travel, study, and work abroad as well as teaching others to pass the test at home. 

In recent years, Pakistani students have turned their focus to improving their English language and focusing on digital skills that can get them jobs both at home and in a variety of western countries.

 Almost half the population can now speak English, but that is not enough to be able to go and work and study in places like the US and UK. 

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What is IELTS?

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a globally accepted testing system for accrediting people with a second language.

 English, for their proficiency. 

British Council, IDP (International Development Program) Education Australia, and Cambridge English Language Assessment are the joint owners of this testing system. 

If you want to pursue a university course in English or you want to gain approval for certain visas, you need to pass the course. 

People who aim to work abroad or study abroad need to be proficient enough in English and IELTS is used as proof that they have achieved that level of proficiency.