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WHERE AND WHEN YOU CAN TAKE THE IELTS TEST
The IELTS test is held at Curtin University of Technology, usually once a month.  Details of the test venue are given on the confirmation letter sent to each candidate within the fortnight before the test.  Candidates need to arrive by 8.30 am and to be available till approximately 5.00 pm.  The test consists of four sections: Listening (approx. 40 minutes); Reading (60 minutes); Writing (60 minutes); Speaking (approx. 10-15 minutes).

TEST DATES

2006 test dates are: 14 January (Academic only) and 21 January; 18 February (changed from 11 February), 25 March, 13 May, 27 May; 24 June; 8 July (new test date); 22 July; 5 August (Academic only); 2 September and 23 September; 14 October; 28 October (new test date); 4 November and 9 December.  
Please be aware that there is currently unprecedented demand for the IELTS test across Australia, and tests are being filled months in advance.  Currently the earliest available tests at Curtin University are:- Academic candidates: 8 July; General candidates: 2 September.

We advise all candidates to register IN PERSON at Curtin University if possible.
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WHERE TO GET INFORMATION ABOUT THE TEST
Information regarding IELTS is available from:
IELTS Administration Centre
Curtin University of Technology
Department of Languages and Intercultural Education (DOLIE)   
Building 208 Room 129c
Kent St Bentley Western Australia
(Opening hours 9.00am-4.45pm)
Ph: 08 9266 2396/08 9266 7622

TEST FEE
The IELTS test fee is $240, to be paid in full when registering for the test.

WHICH MODULE DO I TAKE?
IELTS is available in two formats – Academic and General Training.  The Academic Reading and Writing Modules assess whether a candidate is ready to study or train in English at an undergraduate or postgraduate level.  Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses could be based on the results of these modules. The General Training Reading and Writing Modules are not designed to test the full range of formal language skills required for academic purposes, but emphasise basic language skills in a broad social and educational context.  General Training is suitable for candidates who wish to complete their secondary education in English (candidates must be 16 years or over to take the IELTS test) undertake work experience or training programs not at degree level, or for immigration purposes to Australia, Canada and New Zealand.  It is the responsibility of the candidate to inform the test centre whether they wish to take the Academic or General Training module.   Centres are not responsible for providing this information.

RESULTS
Results are available 13 days after the test date.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Candidates who cancel their registration within five weeks of the test date, including those who do not appear on the test day, will only receive a refund if they could not sit the test due to illness or serious cause.  Candidates must present appropriate evidence, such as a medical certificate; a $50 administration fee may apply. Candidates who cancel their registration more than five weeks before the test date will receive a refund, minus a $50 administration fee.  

PARKING
Limited visitor parking is available in carpark P3 (blue zone).  This is a pay parking area.

TO REGISTER BY MAIL

We advise all candidates in the metropolitan area to register in person at Curtin University if possible.
•    Download the application form from  http://www.humanities.curtin.edu.au/IELTS
•    Complete the application form carefully – you must answer all questions
•    Attach two recent passport-sized photographs
•    Attach photocopies of the pages from your current, valid passport which show your photograph, personal details and signature (in some passports these will be on different pages)
•    Send your completed application form with these attachments and your payment to:
The Cashier (Building 101)
Curtin University of Technology
GPO Box U1987 Perth WA 6845
Please note: Cheques are payable to Curtin University of Technology.  Bank cheques, money orders, Visa, Mastercard and cash are also accepted.  Please: do NOT send cash in the mail; do NOT send payment without a fully completed application form; do NOT make cheques or money orders payable to “IELTS”.

TO REGISTER IN PERSON
•    Pay for the test at the Cashier, Building 101, Curtin University of Technology, and obtain a receipt.
•    Complete an Application Form at the IELTS Administration Centre (Building 208, Room 129c).
Give the completed form (you must answer all questions) to the person at reception, with your receipt from the cashier, your valid passport and two current passport sized photos.  
PLEASE NOTE  If you are a TEE student and do not hold a passport, or you are a refugee without a passport, you will need to supply at least 3 pieces of  ID and fill out a special form.  If this applies to you please contact the IELTS Administration Centre (Ph: 08 9266 7622).  

SPECIMEN KITS
IELTS specimen kits can be obtained for $40 at the IELTS Administration Centre.  Please pay for the kit at the Cashier in Building 101, then collect the kit from the IELTS Administration Centre.  If you wish the kit to be posted please include $11 for postage and handling.

ENQUIRY ON RESULTS
An Enquiry on Results (re-mark request) may be lodged within four weeks after the results are received.  An IELTS Enquiry on Results form can be obtained from the IELTS Administration Centre of WA.  A full re-mark, individual modules or a combination of modules all cost $176 (GST included).

TISC
If you have applied or intend to apply through TISC for a university place in Western Australia and you wish your IELTS results to be send electronically to TISC, please write ‘TISC’ and your TISC application number at question 25 of the IELTS application form.

CONFIRMATION LETTER
A confirmation letter will be sent to all candidates within the fortnight before the test date, confirming time, date and venue, and explaining what to bring to the test.

IELTS STAFF AND CONTACT DETAILS
IELTS Administrator        Tracy Hayward        08 9266 2396
IELTS Admin Support Officer     Joan Rohan        08 9266 7622
Email:                 IELTS@curtin.edu.au
Postal address:            IELTS Administration Centre, DOLIE
Curtin University of Technology, PO Box U1987 Perth WA 6845