The answer to this question may vary from person to person.
If you are a beginner in English, it may not be advisable to take the IELTS course right away.
It is recommended to start with an ESL course to build overall English proficiency, which usually takes around 4 – 8 weeks. The Intensive ESL course, operated as a Sparta program, is highly recommended.
Through the Intensive ESL course, you can expect to achieve at least an Upper-elementary level (IELTS 3.0) or higher. This level is considered the minimum requirement for studying IELTS. Then, it typically takes around 8 – 12 weeks to progress from IELTS 3.0 (or 3.5) to 5.5.
To further improve from IELTS 5.5 to 6.5, an additional 12 weeks of study may be needed.
In summary:
- At the beginner level, it typically takes 4-8 weeks of ESL study.
- It takes an additional 8-12 weeks to progress from IELTS 3.0 (or 3.5) to 5.5.
- Achieving IELTS 5.5 to 6.5 may require an additional 12 weeks of study.
- In conclusion, the total duration from beginner level to IELTS 6.5 is typically 24 to 32 weeks.
- However, opting for the IELTS score guarantee course can shorten the learning period to 20 to 24 weeks.
