One Skill Retake: Things You Need to Know About It

Introduction

IELTS IDP has decided to introduce a new rule which has been implemented since March 2023 to help candidates improve their IELTS band score. This IELTS new rule allows a candidate to apply for One Skill Retake. Candidates can retake one module of their choice.

What is One Skill Retake?

Previously, if a student did not perform well on any one particular module, they had to retake the full test i.e. all four modules of IELTS – Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking.

Now a student can raise their band score by retaking just one module of the test rather than the entire test, thanks to the new One Skill Retake feature.

It is entirely conceivable for a candidate to perform well in the majority of the exam’s modules while underperforming in one particular module due to anxiousness, lack of clarity, or a little oversight on their side.

Why was IELTS One Skill Retake introduced?

IDP Education’s Mr Warwick Freelan, MD-IELTS, added that they have made this decision after hearing a variety of concerns from the test-takers.

The students ask for a second chance to retake the IELTS exam for just the one section in which they received a lower score.

Now, students will have more flexibility in satisfying the prerequisites for applying to overseas universities as a result of the implementation of this single module retake feature in IELTS by achieving the desired band score needed for admission to the course of their choice.

IELTS Retake Policy

You can only retake one skill per original test once, and you must do it within 60 days of the original test.

You can still retake the entire IELTS test as many times as you need. You may use your preferred test result.

Benefits of One Skill Retake for Students 

Students will not have to endure the stress of taking the entire exam again because of the new rule. There are many advantages to the IELTS One Skill Retake, such as:

• Students can concentrate on enhancing their skills and scores in the one area that needs improvement.
• The format and timing for each module are the same as in the standard IELTS test. You don’t have to worry about studying for an entirely different test or learning new task types.
• With your IELTS One Skill Retake score, you will receive a new IELTS Test Report Form.
• If you prefer to use your original score after receiving your results, you may do so.

Additionally, this choice can lead to more people signing up for the IELTS test. Students will have a second chance to demonstrate their full potential during one skill retest.

What are the fees for IELTS One Skill Retake?

Prices will vary; for additional information, kindly get in touch with your nearby test centre.

As of now, the only disclosed price for one module in IELTS One Skill Retake is $259 in Australia.

IELTS One Skill Retake can help you save money!

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Through Express Entry, 82,880 immigrants will be granted permanent residency in Canada in 2023. This will rise to 109,020 in 2024 and 114,000 in 2025, or around one-fifth of Canada’s total targets for admissions of permanent residents.

These numbers are staggering in nature and will only increase over time as the IELTS New Rule: One Skill Retake is kicked into effect. IELTS One Skill Retake will improve the chances of more people pursuing a future abroad.

As a result, candidates will now have the option to retake one of the four modules, enabling them to advance more quickly in their educational and professional endeavours without bearing the costs of the full IELTS exam.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is getting a high IELTS score important?

A high IELTS score is essential to work overseas or gain admission to a reputable academic program. A good IELTS band will also improve your chances of attaining a Visa and PR in an English-speaking country.

2. What is the purpose of the IELTS One Skill Retake?

Previously, the only way to improve your score on an English language competency test was to retake the entire test for each skill: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Now, IELTS is scheduled to be the only major test with One Skill Retake, allowing test-takers to retake a single component of the exam if necessary and improve their overall test score.

3. Is IELTS One Skill Retake accessible to all exam takers globally? 

IELTS One Skill Retake is now offered in Australia, Cambodia, India, and the Philippines. It will gradually be made available in more regions and nations throughout 2023.

4. Do the IELTS One Skill Retake and the IELTS exam both have the same format?

The IELTS One Skill Retake test has the same structure and timing requirements as a standard IELTS test for individual skills. Not having to retake the other three modules will allow you to save time.

5. How do I update my new IELTS score after the One Skill Retake in the scorecard?

In addition to the results from the prior skills you did not retake, you will receive a new IELTS Test Report Form that includes the latest IELTS One Skill Retake result. The date on this Test Report Form corresponds to the date of your original Academic or General Training IELTS test.

6. Should I use the results of the original IELTS test or the IELTS One Skill Retake?

The updated Test Report Form, which includes the updated IELTS One Skill Retake score, may be used by test takers in place of the Test Report Form and scores from their initial IELTS four-skill test. Both the new IELTS One Skill Retake score and the old Test Report Form will still be recognised as being legitimate.