Paper-based or Computer-delivered IELTS test?

Since 17/7/2018, computer-delivered IELTS Tests are officially available at IDP Vietnam. This is the first time this test format is introduced to test takers; therefore, concerns and questions regarding computer-delivered IELTS tests are unavoidable.

How can test takers decide which format best suits them, paper-based or computer-delivered tests? Before taking a quiz from IDP, let’s first find out the benefits of computer-delivered IELTS tests!

1. Computer-delivered IELTS test is for those enjoying typing

If you are an office worker who is frequently exposed to computers or if you are a student having poor handwriting or low writing speed, the computer-delivered IELTS test is for you!

When taking the IELTS test on a computer, except that the Speaking test is conducted in person with examiners to ensure natural and interactive settings, Listening, Reading and Writing tests are delivered completely on computer. Therefore, you no longer have to worry about your handwriting!

2. Useful features like notes taking, highlighting, word count,... Only available in the computer-delivered IELTS test

When taking the IELTS test on a computer, you can easily remove sentences you are not content with and the word count feature also helps you control your essays’ length, therefore you can control your timing more effectively.

In addition, the Reading test is divided into smaller sections where you can take notes and highlight right on the questions, which is extremely convenient for you to get high scores.

3. Computer-delivered IELTS test is for those who want to receive results faster

Besides allowing test takers more test dates to choose from, the computer-delivered IELTS test also comes with faster results announcement, only in 3-5 days as opposed to 13 days in the case of paper-based format. Therefore, if your time is limited since you need IELTS results for visa or scholarships application, consider choosing the computer-delivered IELTS Test!

After finding out the benefits of the computer-delivered IELTS test, if you are still unsure which format is suitable for you, let’s take the following quiz!

No matter you choose paper-based or computer-delivered format, please rest assured that the contents and level of difficulty of test questions, scoring process or privacy issues are exactly the same. There is no such thing as a better format, just choose what best works for you!

To prepare for the IELTS Test, you can practice with some English learning software on computer. These materials will boost your confidence before entering the official test!