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Krasnoyarsk
698 km

BKC-IH Krasnoyarsk

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March 23, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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March 30, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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April 13, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
Tomsk
901 km

BKC-IH Tomsk

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March 30, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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April 13, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
Novosibirsk
1106 km

BKC-IH Novosibirsk

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March 23, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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March 30, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
March 30, 2024 General Training Global test date: please enquire
April 13, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
Yakutsk
1706 km

BKC-IH Yakutsk

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March 23, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
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March 30, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire
March 30, 2024 General Training Global test date: please enquire
April 13, 2024 Academic Global test date: please enquire

Other test centres in or nearby Russia

There is one British Council test centre in Russias capital Moscow. The average IELTS score of test takers with Russian as native language is 6.4. In 2017, the average IELTS score of test takers in Russia was 6.69. According to our database, there are 18 universities in Russia that accept the IELTS test. The average IELTS score requirement for organisations accepting IELTS in Russia is 6.

Although it would be easy to dismiss Russia’s accomplishments and just list a number of political leaders who shaped the world politics, the truth is that Russia has given us more than just the cute waltz of “Once upon a December” from Anastasia. From athletes like Anna Kournikova and Maria Sharapova, to composers like Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky, or Shostakovich, to great authors like Nabokov, and Dostoyevsky (and all other “-evsky”s, and “-ov”s and “-ova”s), Russia gave us of the most influential people in history. You have to assume that a country that gave us so many celebrities has its universities and teaching system in order, right? Russia has 21 universities in the World University Ranking, so it’s no wonder so many students choose to come and study here. Besides the obvious high quality of teaching, we have to mention the great campuses and facilities: seeing asRussia is the largest country in the world, they can afford to turn a huge plot of land into a campus, adding parks, fountains, museums, and even botanical gardens. Still, you do have to keep in mind that winters in Russia can be rough and the climate can be fickle. But, luckily, Russian kindergartens allow children to run outside in their underwear, and then dump freezing water over them to strengthen their immune system. so, students can brave the weather and bring mittens from home.

To study in English at one of the universities in Russia, 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 Russia

How much does the IELTS exam cost in Russia?

The IELTS test in Russia 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 Russia?

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

Is IELTS for UKVI available for people from Russia?

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

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

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

When will IELTS exams start in Russia?

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

Cities in Russia providing IELTS tests

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