What is the test format and how long will it take?

IELTS has four parts – Listening (approx. 35 minutes), Reading (60 minutes), Writing (60 minutes) and Speaking (11 – 14 minutes).  The Listening, Reading and Writing tests are done in one sitting.  The Speaking test may be on the same day or up to seven days before or after the other tests (at Melton College, the Speaking tests are always on the same day).