Take an IELTS test in or nearby Papua New Guinea

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Other test centres in or nearby Papua New Guinea

  • IDP Education / Port Moresby
  • IDP Education / Port Moresby (UKVI test location)
    • There is one British Council test centre in Papua New Guineas capital Port Moresby. According to our database, there are 3 universities in Papua New Guinea that accept the IELTS test. The average IELTS score requirement for organisations accepting IELTS in Papua New Guinea is 6.3.To study in English at one of the universities in Papua New Guinea, 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.

    10 most popular study destinations for students in Papua New Guinea

    1. Australia

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    2. United Kingdom

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    3. United States

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    4. China

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    5. Netherlands

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    6. Germany

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    7. New Zealand

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    8. Canada

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    9. Singapore

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    10. South Africa

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    Frequently asked questions about IELTS in Papua New Guinea

    How much does the IELTS exam cost in Papua New Guinea?

    The IELTS test in Papua New Guinea costs between USD 140 and USD 310. However, each test center can set its own fee. So, make sure to check on the offical test centers website to get the most up to date information.

    How can I apply for IELTS in Papua New Guinea?

    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 Papua New Guinea can be done by following this link to the official IELTS registration website .

    Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Papua New Guinea?

    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 Papua New Guinea. Read more on the different types of IELTS in our article

    Which test center in Papua New Guinea is the best to take the IELTS exam?

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

    When will IELTS exams start in Papua New Guinea?

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

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