To study in a College/University abroad a candidate should clear some tests which are required by the particular institution.
The following are several of the most common and important exams needed for candidates who wish to study abroad in universities in different countries. Sometimes there might be a need for clearing more than one exam.
1. TOEFL & IELTS (Test of English as a Foreign Language International English Language Testing System)
TOEFL & IELTS are standardized tests to measure the English language ability of non-native speakers wishing to enrol in English-speaking universities in various countries. TOEFL is conducted by a private non-profit organization called Educational Testing Service (ETS) and IELTS is conducted by British Council and IDP Education Ltd.
Knowledge/skills tested Reading, listening, speaking and writing of the English language.
2. GRE (Graduate Record Examinations)
The GRE is a standardized test that is an admissions requirement for many graduate schools in the United States and Canada. GRE is also conducted by ETS which has about 1,000 test centres in more than 160 countries. There aren’t any eligibility requirements for the exam.
Knowledge/skills tested: Analytical writing, quantitative reasoning and verbal reasoning.
3.MCAT (Medical College Admission Test).
The MCAT is a multiple-choice test that is designed to evaluate the examinee’s aptitude and knowledge about relevant subjects for admissions to medical colleges in the United States, Australia, Canada, and the Caribbean Islands. The validity of the grade/score is usually 2 to 3 years (depends on the medical college being applied to). Knowledge/skills tested: Physical sciences, biological sciences, verbal reasoning.
4. GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
The GMAT is a computer adaptive test (CAT) for the use of admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA program. It is administrated by the Graduate Management Admission Council. The validity of the grade/score is 5 years. There are 650 test centres in 114 countries.
Knowledge/skills tested: Quantitative reasoning, verbal reasoning, integrated reasoning, analytical writing.
5. LSAT (Law School Admission Test)
The LSAT is a half-day standardized test is for students who wish to pursue a career in law in the USA, Canada, Australia and some other countries. The Law School Admission Council administers the LSAT for
prospective law school candidates.
Knowledge/skills tested: Reading comprehension, analytical reasoning, logical reasoning, and (unscored) writing.
The above mentioned are only some of the tests required by a student to successfully gain admission to any University/College abroad. We at BritExcel Consultancy prepares you to excel in these exams. Talk to our expert counsellors now and broaden your dream of studying abroad.