GET THE BEST LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST COACHING TO STUDY ABROAD

One of the most basic and important factors considered while processing an application to study abroad is the language proficiency of the candidate. Such proficiency is tested using a standard language proficiency test like IELTS or TOEFL. Expert coaching to get good grades (bands) in such a test assures you that you get high points related to language skills while processing the study visa application.

When it comes to overseas education, entrance to certain colleges and universities in certain countries for certain academic streams requires you to meet certain entrance exam requirements like GMAT, SAT, and GRE. Expert coaching to perform at your best in these tests will prove beneficial to you.

Y-Axis, through its world-class coaching services, ensures that you score high when it comes to these tests which will help you fulfill your dream for overseas education. Be it for a language proficiency test or for an entrance exam to study abroad, with us you will find the right strategy and direction to excel.

About language proficiency test

At Y-Axis, we give coaching for standardized tests that gauge your skills in the English language with respect to 4 key aspects namely:

• Reading
• Writing
• Speaking
• Listening

We give coaching for internationally recognized language skills tests for those who wish to apply for visas to study abroad. These tests include:

• IELTS
• TOEFL
• PTE

We also give coaching for academic standardized tests, the results of which are required to qualify for overseas education in countries like the USA and Germany. These tests include:

• GMAT
• GRE
• SAT

About language proficiency test

IELTS

IELTS is a test for language abilities to understand and grade the level of proficiency an individual has in the English language. This test is necessary to qualify for applying for study and work visas in English-speaking countries.

IELTS is the most widely preferred and accepted language test for English. With the right coaching at Y-Axis, you can perform well in this test as well as gain an essential standard of English that will be required in the country you are going to study abroad in.

Exam format

Paper	Content	Time
Listening	40 questions	Approx. 30 mins (plus 10 mins of transfer time)
Reading	40 questions	60 mins
Writing	2 tasks	60 mins
Speaking	3 parts	11–14 mins

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)

TOEFL is a test to assess your skills in the English language in its aspects like reading, writing, and speaking. This test was created by ETS (Educational Testing Service), a non-profit organization.

There are 5 versions of TOEFL namely Primary, Essentials, Junior, ITP, and iBT. Essentials and iBT are taken by graduate or UG level students wanting to study abroad.

PTE (Pearson Test of English)

It’s an international computer-based test for English language competency. Most universities around the world accept PTE test results. Australia and New Zealand are the countries that accept PTE scores for those applying to study in these countries.

PTE test format

Part 1: Speaking & Writing

Time: 54–67 minutes

This part of the test has 7 types of questions. Speaking and writing skills will be tested. The English used will be such that you might hear in an academic environment.

Part 2: Reading

Time: 29–30 minutes

This part of the test has 5 types of questions. Your ability to read academic English will be tested. One item type is for the assessment of both reading and writing skills.

Part 3: Listening

Time: 30–43 minutes

This part of the test has 8 types of questions. They test your listening skills via a series of audio and video clips.

About academic standardized tests

GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)

GMAT is a graduate admissions entrance exam that’s designed specifically for students wanting to join a graduate school for business. If you are a student going to study abroad and submit an application for a graduate program for an MBA, Master of Finance, or Master of Accountancy.

It’s a CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) and is recognized for study programs related to business at US colleges and universities. It’s in fact a requirement to apply for a graduate or master’s business program in the USA.

GMAT Test Format

There are 4 sections in the GMAT as given below:

• AWA (Analytical Writing Assessment)
• Quantitative Reasoning
• IR (Integrated Reasoning)
• Verbal Reasoning

GRE

The GRE test measures your verbal reasoning, critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and analytical writing skills. The test result plays an important role in the process of admission to graduate and professional study programs abroad.

GRE test structure

Section	Number of Questions	Time
Analytical Writing (One section with 2 tasks timed separately)	●       The “Analyze an Issue” task ●       The “Analyze an Argument” task	30 mins per task
Quantitative Reasoning (2 sections)	20 questions per section	35 mins per section
Verbal Reasoning (2 sections)	20 questions per section	30 mins per section
Unscored or Research Section	Varies	Varies

SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test)

It’s an entrance test meant for students who want to get admission in UG courses to study abroad. SAT is accepted especially in universities and colleges in Canada and the US. The test is a paper-pencil one. It evaluates the mathematical reasoning and linguistic abilities of the applicant.

SAT test structure

• Reading section – Duration of 65 minutes, 52 multiple-choice questions
• Writing section – Duration of 35 minutes, 44 multiple-choice questions
• Mathematical section – Duration of 80 minutes, 58 questions with 80% as multiple-choice ones

How Y-Axis can help you

Y-Axis guides/counsels you with expert coaching for language skills tests and standardized academic tests.