British Council IELTS test takers who do not achieve their desired results first time around
will no longer have to resit the full test, after the launch of a game-changing new feature.
One Skill Retake increases a test taker’s chances of success by offering them the
opportunity to retake just one section of the IELTS test, whether it’s Listening,
Reading, Writing, or Speaking.
The format and timing of the test is the same as the section which examines the
individual skill in a normal IELTS test, but test takers can save time cutting out the
need to complete the other three skills.
Andrew Mackenzie, Director of IELTS at the British Council, said One Skill Retake was
created after listening to IELTS customer feedback: “We know that with the right preparation
and support, our test takers can achieve their best score on test day.
“However, One Skill Retake provides test takers with an opportunity to retake a single skill if
they feel their performance in the first instance did not represent their English proficiency,
and we believe this increases fairness”, he said.
“Organisations that accept the IELTS One Skill Retake can offer their candidates the
flexibility to achieve entry requirements without compromising on applicant quality. The
IELTS partners are proud of this initiative that reinforces our commitment to helping test
takers achieve their full potential,” he said.
Test takers who choose an IELTS One Skill Retake will receive a second Test Report Form
that can be used for migration and study purposes. Depending on their score, test takers can
choose whether they would like to use their old or new test report for the skill they retook.
IELTS One Skill Retake can be booked within 60 days of the original IELTS test being
taken.
Orlando Edwards, Country Director British Council in Sri Lanka said: “We want to empower
our IELTS test-takers in Sri Lanka to achieve their best score, that’s why we are the only
major high-stakes test with this new option.
“We are proud of this new initiative that reinforces our commitment to helping test takers
achieve their full potential.”
For more information, please visit the IELTS One Skill Retake page.
About British Council IELTS
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS is the world’s most popular
English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration. More than
11,500 organisations globally trust IELTS. These organisations include educational
institutions, employers, governments and professional bodies.
IELTS is jointly owned by British Council, IDP IELTS, and Cambridge Assessment English.
Find out more about IELTS here: https://www.ielts.org