First, the TOEFL test
The abbreviation of English as a foreign language test is English proficiency test organized by ETS (Educational Testing Service).
The TOEFL test is mainly recognized in the United States, and more than 7500 colleges and universities in 30 countries around the world accept TOEFL scores. In addition to Britain, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Netherlands, South Korea, Japan and other countries also highly recognize TOEFL scores.
Second, the IELTS test
The abbreviation of International English Language Testing System is jointly managed by Foreign Language Testing Department of Cambridge University Examinations Committee, British Council and IDP Education Group. This is an English proficiency test for those who intend to study, work or settle in English-speaking countries.
The application scope of IELTS is constantly expanding. At present, more than 140 countries and more than 10000 universities in the world recognize IELTS scores. It can be said that IELTS absolutely dominates the language testing field now. Even now, more than 3,300 universities in the United States recognize IELTS scores, and the top 200 universities, including 8 Ivy League universities, accept IELTS scores. It's no problem to go to the United States to take IELTS.
3. Similarities between TOEFL and IELTS
1. The purpose of the exam is the same, which is aimed at studying abroad, working and emigrating.
The examination subjects are the same, including listening, reading, speaking and writing.
The exam was held on the same day.
Fourth, the difference between TOEFL and IELTS.
1. The test forms are different. The TOEFL test is completely computer-based, which means that the four subjects of the TOEFL test are all online tests that use computers completely. IELTS is mostly written, while oral English needs a real examiner.
2. The difference of the test content, the IELTS test content is more life-oriented, and the test content will involve life scenes, such as schools, societies, banks, libraries, hospitals and so on. They are all biased towards life applications, focusing on the viability of candidates from English-speaking countries; The TOEFL is more academic, and the content of the test is more bookish, such as history, geography, humanities and social sciences, focusing on the standardization and skill of English as a language. Relatively speaking, IELTS is easier.
3. The exam results are different. TOEFL score 120, single subject score 30. The total score is the sum of the scores of individual subjects; The total score of IELTS test is 9, and the score of single subject is 9. The total score is the average score of a single subject.
4. The test time is different. The TOEFL test takes about 4 hours and the IELTS test takes about 3 hours.
5. The scope of application is different. TOEFL is more suitable for students going to North American countries, such as the United States or Canada (although the United States can also take IELTS, TOEFL is more widely used); The IELTS test is suitable for applying for studying and immigrating in the Commonwealth, Australia and other countries.
5. TOEFL and IELTS scores can be converted.
The following is the official conversion table: (as follows)
The research report "TOEFL ibt score linked to IETS score: a research paper" published by ETS pointed out the corresponding relationship between TOEFL and IELTS in total score and individual score. This report * * * collected 1 153 valid data. Through analysis, this paper gives the conversion table of TOEFL and IELTS scores for your reference.
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It is worth mentioning that compared with TOEFL, IELTS has another advantage, that is, it provides more choices and greater admission opportunities for students who are not only satisfied with applying for a country. For students who are obsessed with Britain and the United States, or are not sure about applying to American universities, want to apply to Canada, Australia or other countries at the same time, or simply want to apply to multiple countries at the same time, IELTS can completely apply to two or more countries at the same time, bringing them more choices. As for which one to take, the applicant may wish to freely combine according to his own situation and needs.