📘 Course Description:
This course is designed for candidates preparing for the IELTS General Training exam, typically required for immigration, employment, or vocational training purposes in English-speaking countries. It focuses on improving language skills and test strategies for the four parts of the exam: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
The course emphasizes practical, everyday English and familiar topics — including workplace communication, social situations, and formal correspondence — to help learners perform confidently and effectively in real-world scenarios. Through guided practice, simulated tests, and targeted feedback, learners will build the confidence and skills needed to reach their desired IELTS band score.
🎯 Learning Outcomes / Objectives:
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
1. Understand the format, timing, and scoring of all four components of the IELTS General Training exam.
2. Listen effectively to a variety of real-life conversations and monologues (e.g., public announcements, work discussions), identifying key details and main ideas.
3. Read and interpret texts commonly found in everyday life (e.g., notices, advertisements, instructions, and workplace documents) and handle different question types like matching, completion, and multiple choice.
4. Write clear, well-structured responses for:
•Task 1: Letters (formal, semi-formal, informal), using appropriate tone, format, and purpose.
•Task 2: Essays expressing personal opinions, providing solutions, or discussing problems.
5. Speak with fluency and coherence in a range of topics related to personal experiences, everyday situations, and abstract ideas:
o Part 1: Introduction and familiar topics
o Part 2: Short speech based on a cue card
o Part 3: Discussion and justification of opinions
6. Use a wider range of vocabulary and grammar accurately, including functional phrases for letter writing and polite conversation.
7. Improve pronunciation, intonation, and stress to be more easily understood in spoken interactions.
8. Apply effective test strategies to manage time, understand instructions, and avoid common pitfalls.
9. Recognize and reduce personal weaknesses through regular feedback and targeted practice.
10. Gain confidence and test readiness through mock exams, feedback, and exam day preparation tips.
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 48 hours
- Skill level Intermediate
- Language English
- Students 1050
- Certificate No
- Assessments Yes
Curriculum
- 14 Sections
- 0 Lessons
- 8 Weeks
- IELTS General Training Preparation – 12-Week Syllabus0
- 📝Week 1: Introduction to the IELTS General Training Exam• Overview of the IELTS General Training format and scoring • Introduction to each section (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) • Diagnostic test (all four skills) • Time management & test-day strategies • Vocabulary focus: Common topics (family, work, travel, etc.)0
- 📝Week 2: Listening – Daily Life & Workplace Contexts• Focus: IELTS Listening Part 1 & Part 2 (forms, conversations, instructions) • Skills: Listening for key information, spelling, numbers, distractors • Grammar: Verb forms for giving and following instructions • Practice: Filling forms, multiple choice questions • Speaking: Part 1 – Personal questions and fluency practice0
- 📝Week 3: Reading – Everyday Texts & Notices• Focus: Section 1 of the General Reading test (social survival texts) • Skills: Skimming, scanning, matching information • Vocabulary: Signs, notices, public information • Writing: Task 1 – Informal letter structure and language • Speaking: Giving personal information and opinions0
- 📝Week 4: Listening – Workplace Situations• Focus: Listening Part 2 & Part 3 (talks, discussions) • Skills: Identifying speaker attitude and detail • Vocabulary: Workplace terms (meetings, training, HR) • Reading: Section 2 – Workplace and company policies • Writing: Task 1 – Semi-formal letter (e.g., to a manager or landlord)0
- 📝Week 5: Writing Task 2 – Opinion Essays• Structure: Introduction, body, conclusion • Language: Expressing opinions, giving reasons • Grammar: Sentence variety, connectors, modal verbs • Speaking: Practice with cue card (Part 2) • Listening: Summary and sentence completion tasks0
- 📝Week 6: Reading – Workplace Documents• Focus: Section 3 – Extracts from manuals, procedures, etc. • Skills: Understanding detail, dealing with dense text • Vocabulary: Instructions, procedures, safety regulations • Writing: Task 1 – Formal letter (e.g., complaint, job application) • Speaking: Describing experiences and routines0
- 📝Week 7: Writing Task 2 – Problem/Solution Essays• Structure: Identifying problems and suggesting solutions • Vocabulary: Cause/effect language • Listening: Focus on lectures and monologues (Part 4) • Speaking: Handling abstract questions (Part 3) • Grammar: Complex and compound sentences0
- 📝Week 8: Listening & Reading Review• Full-length Listening practice test • Mixed question types: matching, maps, form completion • Reading review: Section 1–3 timed practice • Writing: Task 2 – Essay practice (agree/disagree format) • Speaking: Practice all three parts with timed feedback0
- 📝Week 9: Writing Task 1 – Tone & Purpose• Comparing informal, semi-formal, and formal letter formats • Functional language: Requests, complaints, apologies, invitations • Vocabulary: Polite phrases and linking words • Listening: Part 3 – Dealing with opinion and multiple speakers • Reading: Time management strategies0
- 📝Week 10: Speaking Fluency & Coherence• Focus: Improving fluency, avoiding repetition • Vocabulary: Useful fillers, linking expressions • Practice: Full mock Speaking test with peer or tutor feedback • Writing: Focused grammar review (tenses, articles, subject-verb agreement)0
- 📝Week 11: Mock Tests & Strategy Review• Mock test: Full Listening and Reading sections • Timed Writing Task 1 and 2 with feedback • Speaking: Recorded mock Speaking test • Feedback and error analysis • Strategy: Managing test stress and pacing0
- 📝Week 12: Final Review & Exam Readiness• Recap: Task types, tips, and scoring for each section • Common errors to avoid • Final practice: Task 1 and 2 writing under timed conditions • Final practice: Speaking with examiner-style questions • Final Listening and Reading practice • Exam checklist and personal preparation plan0
- ✅ Additional Features (Ongoing):• Weekly vocabulary themes (e.g., travel, education, work, environment) • Grammar booster sessions based on student needs • Pronunciation practice during speaking activities • Feedback on writing (two tasks per week minimum) • Homework assignments and progress tracking0
Requirements
- 📍1. Take the placement A minimum B2 (upper intermediate)
- 📍2. A Reliable Internet Connection
- 📍3. A Computer, Tablet, or Smartphone
- 📍4. Headphones and Microphone
- 📍5. Motivation and Commitment
- 📍6. Time Availability
- 📍7. Access to Course Platform
