The EFL Unit is a test centre for the English Language examination known as the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).  The examination is held each month, subject to demand, and takes place on a Saturday. Test dates planned for 2006/2007:

Note:   “not GT” means that the General Training module is not offered on these dates. Please contact the EFL Unit ( ielts@gla.ac.uk) to check that the test will be held on the date listed.

Guidance for candidates:

• Tests in this centre are held each month, on a Saturday.  The test dates are fixed worldwide. 

• If you decide to sit the test, contact the EFL Unit (ielts@gla.ac.uk) for an application form which you must complete in person and return promptly at least SIX WEEKS in advance.  There is only a limited number of places available for each test.

• Except in the case of illness for which a medical certificate is supplied, no change of date or refund will normally be considered, so please choose your test date carefully.  For the year 2007, the test fee will be £95.

• Test results will be sent to you within two weeks, and copies of the results will be sent by us to the institution of your choice.  Candidates should indicate clearly on the form if they do NOT wish their results to be sent elsewhere.

• The EFL Unit offers part-time IELTS preparation courses in exam techniques.  For further information, contact ielts@gla.ac.uk.

Further information about the test, including sample test questions, can be seen on the IELTS website at:http://www.ielts.org/