Most candidates who’ve done the academic version of IELTS (International English Language Testing System) say the reading test was the most difficult of the four modules.
The academic reading test assesses whether your reading skills are developed enough to succeed in studies in English at an undergraduate or postgraduate level.
If you’re a professional, such as a doctor or a lawyer, you may also need to do the test to see if your language skills are developed enough for you to work in an English language environment.
Many candidates want IELTS band score 6.0 in the reading test, but some need 7.0 or even higher. This can be very challenging.
Most candidates find the first of the three reading passages is difficult, and the next two passages are always harder.
Still, it’s possible to get a very good band score. Of course, you must have fairly good English grammar and vocabulary to do well. Just as important, though, are well-developed reading skills.
