leey Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 :arghh:Sitting my 4th ielts exam next week and iam losing faith.speaking 8,writing 8, listening 7.5,reading 6 and 7.seems to be the same marks every time.no matter how much i practice i just cant seem to get there....passed my skills test no problem iam a bricklayer/stone mason and that is where my skill is.Anyone else having problems....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelchic Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Are you doing the general test or the academic? Debs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyupnorth Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 If your bagging 7's you could look at the 489 visa option as a very very last resort. I would hang in there and keep trying and get your 8's for the 190 visa route. Good luck there's a lot of tradies in the same boat but it's a hoop that has to be jumped through. I feel your pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlornax Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 (edited) Keep trying..your nearly there with your marks..I think some of it is just luck on the day..and the markers. .u r used to the format now too which you might feel isnt helping but it will have..if you need all 8s and another visa isnt an option then grit your teeth n try again..its a pain but im sure you will get there..n keep practicing the listening and reading. ..and visualise how you will feel when you do get all 8s..its a fantastic feeling that I too thought i would never get Edited February 9, 2014 by xlornax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImageConfident Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Have you been using the practice tests? I was appalled when I tried one and scored 6 on the reading (I am educated to degree honours level) When I looked at the correct answers I realised I needed to learn how to 'sit their test' rather than improve my English skills. I lost marks for using 'a' instead of 'the' and writing the word 'dollars' instead of using a symbol. Incredibly frustrating but easy to rectify once you know what they are looking for. I am sitting my 1st test next month and have to achieve 8's also. Can anyone recommend the best study aids, either book or online, to use in preparation? Good luck with your next test. Cath Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bissy Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Have you been using the practice tests? I was appalled when I tried one and scored 6 on the reading (I am educated to degree honours level) When I looked at the correct answers I realised I needed to learn how to 'sit their test' rather than improve my English skills. I lost marks for using 'a' instead of 'the' and writing the word 'dollars' instead of using a symbol. Incredibly frustrating but easy to rectify once you know what they are looking for. I am sitting my 1st test next month and have to achieve 8's also. Can anyone recommend the best study aids, either book or online, to use in preparation? Good luck with your next test. Cath I googled IELTS practice tests and worked my way through those. I also looked over the revision aids and videos on the British Council website once I had paid for my test. The videos have lots of helpful tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leey Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 Hi, thanks for your reply's .its the general test which iam taking on a 190 skilled visa and dont want to switch to another visa.just going to have to keep trying..ive gone through about 6 practice books and iam now using material online,until i run out of that,lol....ive heard of some people taking up to 10 attemps i hope i can pass before that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordiegirl68 Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 I used this, it is for the academic test, and focuses on reading and writing! Found it really good, and prepared me well! Don't know if there's a general test equivalent, but if you can work though this, you should be well prepared! Keep trying! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordiegirl68 Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Also search ielts on YouTube, you'll be surprised how much help there is out there! Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andaray Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 How does coming over with a years working visa affect me with regards getting work as a joiner. I am fully qualified with cscs certification and tickets which would benefit but I aware that my circumstances will change when I hit oz??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickijem Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Hi, I am due to sit the Academic IELTS exam on the 22 Feb and I am absolutely terrified!! It is task 2 of the writing part that I am most worried about, I am really worried in case I get a topic that I know nothing about which will make it harder for me. Did you find it ok? Thanks in advance. Vicki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abz123 Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Academic writing is all about presenting the "for" and "against" sides of an argument then making a conclusion. Mine was on whether to go straight to uni or take a gap year first. Just scribble down thoughts as they come to you then pull them together into an argument. The other bit was interpreting a report of the global production of bananas. It's easy to say it's common sense but just try and stay cool but be mindful of allocating your time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toodolou Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) hi , if you feel you cant practice anymore because you dont feel its beneficial because you are getting the same scores roughly and its now your 4th attempt ...have you thought about paying for a few hours ielts private tutor tuition just to help with scoring points on structure and correct format ? i also need 8s and have booked for general test next month, but if i dont get them thats what i will be doing next. Edited February 12, 2014 by Toodolou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toodolou Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Hi, I am due to sit the Academic IELTS exam on the 22 Feb and I am absolutely terrified!! It is task 2 of the writing part that I am most worried about, I am really worried in case I get a topic that I know nothing about which will make it harder for me. Did you find it ok? Thanks in advance. Vicki hi , i had a topic i knew nothing about and was not interesting at all either . They are not marking you on your knowledge of the subject , just on how you structure your answer to the question Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leey Posted February 28, 2014 Author Share Posted February 28, 2014 sooooo close . ielts results reading 8.5 listening 8.5 speaking 8.5 writing 7.5.Typical every other exam i got 8 s in writing....iam going to apeal and have the writing re marked ,you never now i might just get an 8... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leey Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 :biggrin:Finally done it ,after 8 months and 5 attempts....listening 8.5 reading 8.5 writing 8.5 speaking 9... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bell123321 Posted April 20, 2014 Share Posted April 20, 2014 :biggrin:Finally done it ,after 8 months and 5 attempts....listening 8.5 reading 8.5 writing 8.5 speaking 9... Well done that's really good and a huge encouragement to anybody else who has had to re-take. Well done :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calNgary Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 :biggrin:Finally done it ,after 8 months and 5 attempts....listening 8.5 reading 8.5 writing 8.5 speaking 9... Well Done mate,, hubby would have had the exact same problems so i am so glad it wasnt around when we applied. Credit to you for hanging in there and for keeping trying. Cal x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozmaniac Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 :biggrin:Finally done it ,after 8 months and 5 attempts....listening 8.5 reading 8.5 writing 8.5 speaking 9... Well done! You'll be an inspiration to many other people. Someone with your determination is exactly the type of immigrant Australia needs. Best of luck for the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlornax Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 Fantastic. .well done 4 not giving up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamSam Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 :biggrin:Finally done it ,after 8 months and 5 attempts....listening 8.5 reading 8.5 writing 8.5 speaking 9... Well done, that is great news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickyplum Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 well done! The homework paid off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the boardmans Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Well done!!! We had exactly the same problem so ended up going for 489 visa! Husband is a brickie too :biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leey Posted April 30, 2014 Author Share Posted April 30, 2014 cant believe it .Finally passed the ielts and applied EOI and bricklayers have just come off the skills list( GUTTED)... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
francy Posted April 30, 2014 Share Posted April 30, 2014 cant believe it .Finally passed the ielts and applied EOI and bricklayers have just come off the skills list( GUTTED)... Really feel for you. My hubby is plumber, only attempted the test twice so now going for a 489 visa. have you looked at regional state sponsorships, may still be on their lists? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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