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Perugia
34 km

British Council IT010 - Perugia - Koala Academy

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July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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Ancona
91 km

British Council IT010 - Ancona - ISTAO Villa Favorita

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July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
Pesaro
104 km

British Council IT010 - Pesaro - INLINGUA PESARO

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July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
Rome
123 km

British Council TAG

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July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council TAG (UKVI test location)

This test centre is specifically authorised by UK Visas and Immigration and offers the UKVI exam. Test dates are subject to availability. Please check real-time availability on the British Council Online Registration System.

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July 11, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

British Council IT010 - Roma - Università La Sapienza

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July 18, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire
July 18, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 General Training Global test date: please enquire
July 25, 2025 Academic Global test date: please enquire

Other test centres in or nearby Italy

There is one British Council test centre in Italy's capital Rome. Besides the capital, there are several other IELTS test centres across the country.

IELTS data

Several universities in Italy require IELTS as proof of English proficiency to enrol in an English-taught programme

  • Lowest IELTS score required: 4.0
  • Highest IELTS score required: 7.0
  • Average IELTS score required: 5.9
  • Number of universities accepting IELTS: 104
  • Number of studies accepting IELTS: 501

Background of Italy

Italy, a country of unparalleled beauty and cultural richness, is a truly remarkable study destination. It boasts the oldest university in the world, the University of Bologna, and its educational system has continually grown and improved. Italy is celebrated for its influential figures in architecture, music, engineering, and fashion, as well as its brilliant landscapes and numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites.

With student discounts, thousands of Bachelor's and Master's degrees, and a diverse country to explore, Italy is a top choice for international students. The experience of studying in Italy can be profoundly inspiring. Italian universities offer programs taught in both English and Italian, requiring proof of proficiency in the language of instruction for admission.

English requirements in Italy

To study in English at one of the universities in Italy you may need proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to prove 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 1,000 test locations and being accepted by more than 11,500 organisations worldwide.

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Frequently asked questions about IELTS in Italy

How much does the IELTS exam cost in Italy?

The IELTS test in Italy costs EUR 242. 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 Italy?

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

Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Italy?

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

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

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

When will IELTS exams start in Italy?

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

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