TOEFL ( Test of English as a Foreign Language)
TOEFL accesses your comprehension of the English language and your Proficiency. The TOEFL iBT test, ia a computer based test administered through the Internet, it is an integral pre-requisite to study in an English-speaking country. Adding to the test, the ETS TOEFL Package provides tools and guides to assist you prepare for the test and advance your English-language proficiency.
What is the TOEFL iBT Test?
The TOEFL iBT . It is an desegregated test that combines different communication skills in testing students' proficiency in the English language. This tested skills are; listening, reading, speaking and writing. The essence of this , is to ascertain your ability to communicate and understand English at the university level.
It measures how well you combine your listening, reading, speaking and writing skills to accomplish academic functions. People from around the world, mostly students, have taken the TOEFL test to substantiate their English-language ability. Categories available in TOFEL exams are;
- Students intending to study at a higher education institution.
- English-language learning program admissions and exit.
- English-language learners who want to determine their progress.
- Scholastic and certification candidates.
- Workers and students applying for visas/resident permit.
Who Accepts TOEFL iBT Test Scores?
More than 8,500, agencies in the United Kingdom and other institutions in about 130 countries accept TOEFL scores. It is the most extensive English language proficiency Test in the world.
To be admitted to a regular or advanced degree of study, a combination of your test scores together with other information you supply to the institution will be the benchmark against which discernment would be made. Everyone do not need the same score. This is because field of study differ. Another very important factor is the stage of education; post graduate or undergraduate studies. A mixture of the two will determine the score you will be needing. Moreover, institutions score necessities differ as each institution is permitted to set its own minimum level of acceptable score. This depends on whether the applicant will be a teaching assistant, and whether the institution offers English as a Second Language support for its students.
How is the TOEFL iBT Scored?
The Test is broken into four parts, each having a maximum score of 30; this makes TOFEL iBT 120 total score.
Seat Availability for Test
The TOFEL test is a test that is taken all year round due to its high demand. Students should always register ahead of time as to get their preferred tests location and date.
Important Document for Identification
TOFEL demands that its candidates in Nigeria should present a valid international passport as means of identification on the day of the exams.
Test Duration
The test lasts for four hours. Candidates should see it as the whole days work and be careful with other plans on the same day.
In Preparing for Test
Individuals differ in time needed for preparation. We usually advice that four weeks should be set aside for preparation for the exams. This will involve constant practice of past questions with the aim of beating the time line for each module.
For answers to other questions regarding the TOEFL test in Nigeria, please visit the TOEFL FAQ page.
