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Achieve your work, study and migration goals with IELTS at UOWD
IELTS is accepted by more government agencies, educational institutions and professional bodies than any other English-language test.
About IELTS
IELTS is a highly regarded international test of English language proficiency. It is owned in partnership with IDP IELTS Australia, the British Council and the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.
IELTS is recognised by professional bodies, academic institutions, immigration authorities and government agencies alike as a dependable and practical test of English. It is primarily used by people seeking an international education, professional development, or by those seeking to satisfy migration requirements and is accepted by thousands of organisations in over 135 countries.
UOWD is an official International Test Centre for IELTS in the UAE and works in collaboration with IDP Australia. UOWD has been administering tests since 2000. Computer-delivered tests are conducted three times a day six days a week Paper-based test is conducted weekly. Test staff and examiners are IELTS trained, bringing many years of professional experience in administering the test and examining candidates. UOWD also administers IELTS testing in Ras Al Khaimah.
IELTS has two formats – Academic and General Training. You will need to know which format of the test to take when you complete the IELTS Application Form. If you are in doubt, contact the organisation or institution to which you are applying to find out what it requires.
IELTS has four modules – Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes. The Listening, Reading and Writing tests are done in one sitting. The Speaking test may be on the same day or up to seven days before or after the other tests. You will be advised of the time for your speaking interview when you apply.
UOWD offers IELTS Test registration and testing sessions in three locations. Please visit the IELTS Test Centres page for more information.
For complete information on IELTS exam format and exam components, you may download a copy of IELTS Information to Candidates booklet here.
Notice to candidates:
Advertisements on a number of social media sites claim to provide services for IELTS test takers, such as registering for IELTS, collection of results and making arrangements for a re-mark of the test.
We advise all potential IELTS test takers to avoid using such services that are not directly affiliated to IELTS.
If you have any questions or would like to report a scam advertisement please email the IELTS test centre at the University of Wollongong in Dubai or [email protected].
Computer-delivered IELTS is here with faster results and more test dates.
Computer-delivered IELTS is now being offered at University of Wollongong in Dubai and Experts Training Centre, Deira.
CD IELTS Test fee: AED 1260 (VAT Inclusive)
PLEASE NOTE that you are about to register for a Standard IELTS exam. For IELTS UKVI registration, click on the following link. If you register for a standard IELTS instead of the UKVI IELTS test, you must email [email protected].ae about the error 72 hours prior to the date of the test. The test centre will provide guidelines for processing a refund of the test fee. Please note that an administration processing fee of 25% of the test fee will be deducted. If you do not inform the test centre 72 hours prior to the date of the test, you will not be eligible to a refund.
To register click relevant location and module below:
Location: UOWD Building, UOWD Building, Knowledge Village - Al Sufouh Road Dubai
Academic IELTS
General Training IELTS
Location: Business Village - Block B, Near Clock Tower, 4th Floor, 419, Deira, Dubai
Academic IELTS
General Training IELTS
Registration will close three days before the test date, subject to availability of places.
Transfer and Refund Policy
The last date for a refund or transfer is one week prior to the test date. You will be asked to provide supporting documents for refund/transfers. Please note that 25% administration fees will apply to a refund or transfer for reasons that are non-medical in nature. After the one week cut off timeframe, the test fee is strictly non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Notice to candidates:
Advertisements on a number of social media sites claim to provide services for IELTS test takers, such as registering for IELTS, collection of results and making arrangements for a re-mark of the test.
We advise all potential IELTS test takers to avoid using such services that are not directly affiliated to IELTS.
If you have any questions or would like to report a scam advertisement please email the IELTS test centre at the University of Wollongong in Dubai or [email protected].
Headphones available for the listening component.
Paper Based IELTS
IELTS Masterclass
Signup for an IELTS Masterclass session with
our resident IELTS expert for FREE!
Registration will close four days before the test date, subject to availability of places.
Paper Based IELTS Test fee: AED 1130 (VAT Inclusive)
Transfer and Refund Policy
The last date for a refund or transfer is one week prior to the test date. You will be asked to provide supporting documents for refund/transfers. Please note that 25% administration fees will apply to a refund or transfer for reasons that are non-medical in nature. After the one week cut off timeframe, the test fee is strictly non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Notice to candidates:
Advertisements on a number of social media sites claim to provide services for IELTS test takers, such as registering for IELTS, collection of results and making arrangements for a re-mark of the test.
We advise all potential IELTS test takers to avoid using such services that are not directly affiliated to IELTS.
If you have any questions or would like to report a scam advertisement please email the IELTS test centre at the University of Wollongong in Dubai or [email protected].
FREE Preparation:
Register for the IELTS test with UOWD and get access to Free Online Preparation across all four components or the component of your choice!
- Free access to all four modules for a period of 4 days
OR
- Free access to one module for a period of 30 days:
- Access practice tests in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking
- Expert test tips and study strategies
- Video tutorials on grammar and vocabulary
- Two full mock tests with sample answers for self-evaluation
IELTS Preparation Lower Full – Time Program:
The IELTS Lower Full-Time course is designed to develop and practise the language skills and test strategies needed to confidently undertake the Academic IELTS test for entry into the University of Wollongong in Dubai’s undergraduate program. The lessons cover a broad range of topics, teaching students all the skills and strategies needed for the test, as well as well providing authentic exam practice.
Intake: Every Term (17 July – 11 August) | Cost: AED 4,000 (VAT inclusive)
IELTS Preparation Higher Full – Time Program:
The IELTS Higher Full-Time course gives students further guidance to acquiring and honing the skills and strategies needed to reach the higher bands on the Academic IELTS test. The course preparation material is based on common IELTS topics and provides exam practice through authentic tests.
Intake: Every Term (17 July – 11 August) | Cost: AED 4,000 (VAT inclusive)
IELTS Booster Course + Test
- Receive training and feedback from expert trainers
- Specially designed for both general and academic training candidates
- Learn the tips and techniques to enhance performance
Booster Course with Test Fee:
- AED 2,330* (for Paper based IELTS)
- AED 2,460* (for Computer – delivered IELTS)
Notes:
2 week course (is packaged with exam)
Intake:
2023
- 16 – 27 January
- 13 – 24 February
- 6 – 17 March
- 3 – 14 April
- 8 – 19 May
- 12 – 23 June
- 10 – 21 July
- 14 – 25 August
- 11 – 22 September
- 16 – 27 October
- 6 – 17 November
- 4 – 15 December
This price is only applicable if the candidates book and pay for IELTS Course and IELTS test together*
Notice to candidates:
Advertisements on a number of social media sites claim to provide services for IELTS test takers, such as registering for IELTS, collection of results and making arrangements for a re-mark of the test.
We advise all potential IELTS test takers to avoid using such services that are not directly affiliated to IELTS.
If you have any questions or would like to report a scam advertisement please email the IELTS test centre at the University of Wollongong in Dubai or [email protected].
Contact us for more information:
University of Wollongong in Dubai
UOWD Building, Dubai Knowledge Park
P.O. Box 20183
Dubai, UAE
Tel: +971 4 278 1779 | +971 54 3078749 | +971 4 278 1801
Email: [email protected]
IELTS Results
You can check your IELTS results online (to access your results you need to enter your Candidate ID issued on the test date, your date of birth and registered ID).
Results for Paper and Computer IELTS tests
- Results for IELTS on paper is released within 13 days after your written test.
- Results for IELTS on computer will be available 3 – 5 days after your test.
If you have taken your test at UOWD, you can collect the hard copy of your Test Result Form (TRF) from the UOWD Campus, first floor Counter #9. The office is open from Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please carry your original ID document i.e. Passport or EID at the time of collection.
If you have taken your Computer - delivered IELTS test at Experts Training Centre Deira, Business Village B, you can collect the hard copy of your Test Result Form (TRF) from Business Village B, Deira 4th floor - Main Reception Counter. From Tuesday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please carry your original ID document i.e. Passport or EID at the time of collection.
If you would like to authorise someone to collect your IELTS (TRF) you need to send an IELTS Authorisation Form, a copy of your passport and the person collecting must present an original photo ID and a copy of the same for our records.
You will receive only one original TRF. You can request up to 5 copies of your TRF to be sent to IELTS recognising organisations free of charge electronically. Results can be sent to additional organisations for a courier fee of AED 131.25 (Inclusive of VAT) for each recipient, within one month of the result date.
Additional copies or copies requested after one month from the result date will incur a fee of AED 52.50 (Inclusive of VAT) per TRF and a courier fee of AED 131.5 (Inclusive of VAT) for each recipient.
The Test Result Form are valid for two years from the Test Date.
Please email [email protected] for further information regarding this request.
IELTS SMS and Courier Service
Candidates can get their IELTS results via SMS on the same date the results are published. This service is FREE of charge.
Registered candidates can also request for their IELTS TRF to be sent directly to their home address. Courier charges AED 52.00 (within the UAE) and (International) AED 131.25 will apply. If you would like to apply for this service, contact us at [email protected]
Enquiry on Results - Policy and Fee
If you are not happy with your result, you can request a review of your score(s) through a service called an Enquiry on Results (EOR) within six weeks after the date. EOR request received after 6 weeks of the test date, cannot be processed.
You will need to complete the IELTS Enquiry on Results Form and submit the original TRF. A fee of AED 577.50 (Inclusive of VAT) is charged. The outcome will be available 3 to 21 days (depending on several factors including the number of sections requested for re-mark) The fees will be refunded in full if your result changes to a higher band score. If you need to apply for this service, contact us at: [email protected]
Notice to candidates:
Advertisements on a number of social media sites claim to provide services for IELTS test takers, such as registering for IELTS, collection of results and making arrangements for a re-mark of the test.
We advise all potential IELTS test takers to avoid using such services that are not directly affiliated to IELTS.
If you have any questions or would like to report a scam advertisement please email the IELTS test centre at the University of Wollongong in Dubai or [email protected].
Computer-delivered IELTS
CD IELTS Test fee: AED 1260 (VAT Inclusive)
PLEASE NOTE that you are about to register for a Standard IELTS exam. For IELTS UKVI registration, click on the following link. If you register for a standard IELTS instead of the UKVI IELTS test, you must email [email protected].ae about the error 72 hours prior to the date of the test. The test centre will provide guidelines for processing a refund of the test fee. Please note that an administration processing fee of 25% of the test fee will be deducted. If you do not inform the test centre 72 hours prior to the date of the test, you will not be eligible to a refund.
Location: UOWD Building, UOWD Building, Knowledge Village - Al Sufouh Road Dubai
To register click relevant module below:
Location: Business Village - Block B, Near Clock Tower, 4th Floor, 419, Deira, Dubai
To register click relevant module below:
Registration will close three days before the test date, subject to availability of places.
For CD IELTS registration you will be redirected to our partner website IDP/ UOWD for registration.
Paper Based IELTS
Paper Based IELTS Test fee: AED 1130 (VAT Inclusive)
Paper Based IELTS
IELTS Masterclass
Signup for an IELTS Masterclass session
with our resident IELTS expert for FREE!
Registration will close four days before the test date, subject to availability of places.
Any question about IELTS?
UOWD is committed to providing you with the necessary assistance in the current situation. Our IELTS team is ready to assist prospective test-takers, students and their parents with the necessary program guidance via several online platforms. Visit the below link to book a Digital One-to-One Consultation with our IELTS team based on your convenience.

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