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British Council Belgium

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October 19, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
October 26, 2024 General Training Global test date: please enquire
October 26, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
November 02, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
November 07, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Language Training Centre - Belgium - IP Campus Brussels (UKVI test location)

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December 05, 2024 UKVI General Training December 18, 2024 EUR 285 DETAILS
December 05, 2024 UKVI Academic December 18, 2024 EUR 285 DETAILS
November 07, 2024 UKVI General Training November 20, 2024 EUR 285 DETAILS
November 07, 2024 UKVI Academic November 20, 2024 EUR 285 DETAILS
October 19, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council Belgium (UKVI test location)

Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.
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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
October 19, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
October 26, 2024 General Training Global test date: please enquire
October 26, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
November 02, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
November 07, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council Brussels - IPCampus

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  Test date Type Results by Test fee
December 07, 2024 General Training December 20, 2024 EUR 268 DETAILS
December 07, 2024 Academic December 20, 2024 EUR 268 DETAILS
December 06, 2024 Academic December 19, 2024 EUR 268 DETAILS
December 06, 2024 General Training December 19, 2024 EUR 268 DETAILS
December 18, 2024 Academic December 31, 2024 EUR 268 DETAILS

Other test centres in or nearby Belgium

  • PeopleCert Frankfurt
  • Cambridge English Languages GmbH Basel
  • Cambridge English Languages GmbH Bern
  • Feusi Bildungszentrum
  • There is one British Council test centre in Belgiums capital Brussels. According to our database, there are 30 universities in Belgium that accept the IELTS test. The average IELTS score requirement for organisations accepting IELTS in Belgium is 6.4.

    Belgium is literally one of the most multicultural places on Earth, especially since the country is composed of three regions, each one corresponding to one of the three official languages (Dutch, French, and German). Known as the heart of Europe, Belgium is a hub of international cooperation and networking, offering an enriching educational experience Belgium is steeped in history and has a unique mix of cultures. Here, you will discover many medieval castles and historical sites - like the battlefield of Waterloo. Around half of all students enrolled in Belgian universities are international, and you’ll benefit from a high standard of education with a great research focus. Belgium is home to several top-ranked universities, so you can count on excellent academic training. As the centre of European politics and global business, Brussels is an ideal location to get an international internship or enrol in a business study programme. Universities in Brussels offer internationally-recognised degree programmes centred on European studies in a variety of subjects. International guest speakers, focused on international cooperation, teach many of these courses. Additionally, most universities feature a strong research culture, with a diverse and world-class research community. Even if you applied for an English-taught degree, Belgium offers great opportunities to enhance additional language skills. Many universities provide foreign language classes, particularly for Dutch, French, and German.

    Since Belgium has three national languages: Dutch, French, and German. In general, the language of instruction at Belgian universities is dependent on the language of the local community where the institution is located. However, you will also find more than 300 English-taught degrees. Universities in Belgium will want to see proof that you have good English-language skills, so that you can easily succeed in their courses. Almost all Belgium universities accept these official English exams: IELTS, TOEFL.

    To study in English at one of the universities in Belgium, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 500 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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    Frequently asked questions about IELTS in Belgium

    How much does the IELTS exam cost in Belgium?

    The IELTS test in Belgium costs EUR 243. Please note that you may need to make extra costs such as transportation or accomodation if you need to travel to a city to take IELTS. See our article on IELTS costs how to save money on your IELTS test.

    How can I apply for IELTS in Belgium?

    First make sure that you apply for the right type of IELTS. The IELTS exam is offered as Academic or a General Training variant. The Academic variant is for studying abroad and the General Training if you want to migrate to an English-speaking country and work there, or if you plan to attend a secondary school. Applying for all variants of IELTS in Belgium can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website .

    Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Belgium?

    If you plan to study or work in the United Kingdom, you need IELTS for UKVI. The UK Home Office has authorized the Secure English language exams (SELT) IELTS for UKVI Academic and General Training and IELTS Life Skills for visa applications to the UK coming from Belgium. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article

    Which test center in Belgium is the best to take the IELTS exam?

    There is no "best test center" in Belgium , all of them are equally good. The IELTS test is a standardized test that is conducted in exactly the same way on different locations. So, it doesn't really matter which test center you will go, you will always get the same high quality experience. Go directly to test centers in Belgium to find a test centers that is most convenient for you.

    When will IELTS exams start in Belgium?

    IELTS exams in Belgium are conducted through the whole year. You can find all dates for IELTS exams in Belgium on the official IELTS registration website .

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