FREE GUIDE: What You Need to Know About IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
05 Jun, 20225minsWhat is IELTS? IELTS stands for International English Language Testing System. The ...


What is IELTS?
IELTS stands for International English Language Testing System. The test is designed to measure your ability of the English language in the following areas:- Writing
- Speaking
- Reading
- Listening
Academic IELTS Requirements for Registering as a Nurse in Ireland or the UK
UK Nursing Registration Those who wish to register with the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) must meet the minimum Academic IELTS required scores of:- Overall Band Score (OBS): 7
- Writing: 7
- Speaking: 7
- Reading: 7
- Listening: 7
- Overall Band Score (OBS): 7
- Writing: 7
- Speaking: 7
- Reading: 6.5
- Listening: 6.5
What is the IELTS exam format?
The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes and is split into 4 sections.- Listening Section: 30 minutes
- Reading Section: 60 minutes
- Writing Section: 60 minutes
- Speaking Section: 11 –14 minutes