What is the test like?
Find out what will be expected of you in the test, what it looks like and what you’ll need to do to answer the questions.
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How to Switch to Skills for English (UKVI)
If you’ve been preparing for a SELT test,
here are some tips on how to realign to a Skills for English (UKVI) test;
Coursebooks - Any general well-establish
ESOL coursebook can be used to prepare for Skills for English (UKVI) -
the focus is on everyday life, work and study.
Speaking – Because Skills for English (UKVI) is 100% computer
based there is no one to explain or repeat a question. Therefore, it’s important that you listen carefully to the
recorded question. Note: there is no working with a partner in Skills
for English (UKVI) tests the way there is in many Cambridge Assessment
English exams.
Writing – Practice writing within set word counts as well as
within time limits.
Reading – You should practice in reading texts of varying
lengths and complexity, relevant to each CEFR level. At B2 level and above, you should also
practice writing responses and spelling common words correctly.
Listening – Familiarise yourself with listing to short and long monologues, dialogues, and guided
interviews,
practice your comprehension by writing responses and remember to revise spelling
common words correctly.
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