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Bordeaux
345 km

British Council test location / Bordeaux

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British Council France - Enstbb

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January 25, 2025 Academic February 07, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS

British Council France - Newdeal Institut

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January 28, 2025 General Training February 10, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 28, 2025 Academic February 10, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 21, 2025 Academic February 03, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 21, 2025 General Training February 03, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 13, 2025 Academic January 26, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
Blagnac
375 km

British Council France - International House Toulouse

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January 09, 2025 General Training January 22, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 09, 2025 Academic January 22, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 31, 2025 General Training February 13, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 31, 2025 Academic February 13, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 30, 2025 General Training February 12, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
Nantes
569 km

British Council France - Faculté des Langues et Cultures Étrangères (FLCE) Université de Nantes

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British Council test location / Nantes

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Marseille
676 km

British Council France - Kangourou Provence

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January 31, 2025 General Training February 13, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 31, 2025 Academic February 13, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 24, 2025 Academic February 06, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 24, 2025 General Training February 06, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS
January 17, 2025 General Training January 30, 2025 EUR 260 DETAILS

British Council test location / Marseille

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Other test centres in or nearby France

  • English Institute TOAH Method, International House / Barcelona
  • Lacunza IH San Sebastián, International House / Barcelona
  • UPV/EHU San Sebastián, International House / Barcelona
  • International House / Madrid
  • There is one British Council test centre in Frances capital Paris. The average IELTS score of test takers with French as native language is 6.3. In 2017, the average IELTS score of test takers in France was 6.71. According to our database, there are 187 universities in France that accept the IELTS test. The average IELTS score requirement for organisations accepting IELTS in France is 6.3.Salut, mon ami! Welcome to the rich, cultural landscape of France. Find yourself dazzled by the cuisine, the dancing, the art, and the music – all while you learn the French language. Thousands of people take their holiday in France every year to enjoy the wine and the relaxed lifestyle, if only for a short period of time. But, why not extend that holiday, and learn something while you’re at it? These days, universities in France are starting to offer plenty of English-taught degree options for Master’s and Bachelor’s students all over the world. From its long history in science, literature, art, and history, France has plenty of exciting options for international students. But French education is also about innovation and you are going to find many English-taught degrees related to Business, Science and Tech as well. So, when you’re dreaming of walking dreamily around the The River Seine, or making your home in the Château de Versailles, then why not go to France for your study abroad adventure? Why Study in France? Institutions and universities in France stand out for having small classes, allowing instructors to give you a lot of extra time and attention. Moreover, several universities are specialised and designed to teach within a specific subject area. So, in a major city, like Paris, students will find lots of universities and grandes écoles that are either focused on research or job training. Recently, France has joined alongside other European countries in offering lots of English-taught degree options for Master’s and Bachelor’s students. So, now students no longer need to be intimidated by the French language and can actually manage to successfully study at a French university. Of course, you’re still encouraged to learn French upon your arrival. Ordering wine and talking about fine art is so much more sophisticated in Le français.To study in English at one of the universities in France, 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 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations world-wide.

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    Frequently asked questions about IELTS in France

    How much does the IELTS exam cost in France?

    The IELTS test in France costs EUR 240. 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 France?

    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 France can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website .

    Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from France?

    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 France. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article

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

    There is no "best test center" in France , 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 France to find a test centers that is most convenient for you.

    When will IELTS exams start in France?

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

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