IELTS Academic Listening test is one of the papers under the IELTS Test. A candidate who needs to go abroad for higher studies is required to pass this paper as well as along with the speaking, Reading, and Writing module. You must go through a well-structured course to get a good band score in this exam.

Sandeep Malhotra's IELTS has developed a well-designed course that strictly adhere to the latest pattern of the paper. You are required to create your profile and subscribe to the IELTS Listening Academic mockup to access the test. It contain 30 mocks for the IELTS Listening Academic Test and we provide constructive feedback when you submit a mock. It helps you to keep track of your preparation level and developed best approach for paper solving.

What to Expect:

In our IELTS online Test practice Module you are provided with 5 sectional Tests which include all the question types and 30 full length mock tests for seamless practice to ensure a good band score in the original test. To take up each IELTS mock test online you are required to go as follows:

• Click on the Mock test to download an IELTS academic listening mock test PDF and Audio containing the IELTS complete listening test.
• Try to solve the listening test in 30 minutes without break, you can use an extra 10 minutes as a transfer time as is also allocated in the real exam if you are opting for paper based listening test.

The listening module consists of various task types that one is required to complete. The task types are :

1. Multiple Choice Questions

2. Matching

3. Plan, Map or Diagram Labeling

4. Form, Table, Flowchart, Note or Summary Completion

5. Sentence Completion

6. Short-Answer Questions

For each part, there is a format for learning, consisting of step-by-step practice to focus on diference aspects of the listening ability of an individual.

Course Pattern in Short

Time allowed: Approx. 30 minutes (+10 minutes transfer time)

Number of parts: 4

Number of Questions: 40

This paper has 4 sections each containig 10 questions. The questions are arranged in the same order as the recordings. You need to hear the recording to deliver the answer in your textbook.

Multiple Choice Questions:

In this section of the paper, you are given a recording to hear on behalf of which you have to go through the MCQs. Sometimes you need to choose only a single answer, sometimes more as is specified in the question. So, it is important to read the question with attention. This is to test the skills of a candidate to understand the main points of the recording given to hear.

Matching:

Here you are required to match the list of items from the recording to the options on the question paper. Here the respective recording has a conversation between two people. You have to understand information about hotel or guest house accommodation. Also, it requires you to link facts to each other.

Map, Plan, or Diagram Labelling:

You are given visuals which may be a diagram, set of pictures, plans, process, or map. You are required to do correct labelling depending on the information given in the recording.

Form, Table, Flowchart, Note or Summary Completion:

You are required to hear the recording carefully and fill in the gaps given in the structure of tables, flowcharts, forms, summary, etc.

Here you also have to follow the process as is expected to be followed in the previous question type for better grades.

Sentence completion:

In this question, you are required to go through the sentences written on the question booklet that summaries information from the listening text. You must fill the gap in each sentence collecting the information from the recording for the scoring points.

Short-answer questions:

These include the short answer type questions that you will have to write on the basis of knowledge you gained from the recording. The recording generally contains facts like prices, places, or times. Here, it is also important to adhere to the word limit to prevent yourself from losing any valuable points.

Conclusion:

The IELTS Listening Academic Test evaluates your skills of understanding what English native speakers are saying. It also analyses whether you are able to catch the English of the native speaker with their accent. However, this skill can be enhanced with regular practice and watching to English movies, television shows and listening podcasts. If you want to check the level of your English listening ability, get our mock PDF and audio. Download from our official website, solve it, submit it and receive your feedback. Our IELTS Academic Listening mockup module has 5 sectional tests and 30 full length mock tests that sets to make you a prodigy in English listening ability.

FAQs

Q1. Which is the toughest module in IELTS Academic?

The perception of difficulty varies among test-takers, but many find the writing module to be the most challanging in the IELTS  Academic test due to its time constaints and the need of advanced writing skills.

Q2. How many mockups are added in your IELTS Academic Listening Module?

Our IELTS Academic Listening Module typically includes 5 sectional tests and 30 full length mock tests covering various topics and scenarios to help candidates prepare effectively for the exam. The exact number may vary, but a comprehensive set of mock tests is provided to simulate the actual test environment.

Q3. How many scores are considered safe to fly to any English Speaking country?

While there's no universal thershold, a band score of 6 or higher is generally considered safe for immigration purposes to most English-speaking countries. However, specific requirements may vary depending on the country and the purpose of immigration.

Q4. Which is the most difficult section in IELTS listening?

The difficulty of sections in the IELTS Listening tests can vary depending on individual strengths and weaknesses. However, many candidates find Section 4, which often involves a lecture or academic discussion, to be the most challenging due to its length and complexity.

Q5. What is the highest score in IELTS Listening?

The highest achievable score in the IELTS listening test is 9.0. This score indicates an expert level of English proficiency, with complete understanding and fluency in both familiar and complex contexts.