How to Apply

When and how should I apply?

For the test: Provided there are places available, applications will be accepted up until one week before the test date. Please note that many tests are oversubscribed, so you are encouraged to submit your application well in advance of the test date.

For the preparation course: There is no deadline for applications but we strongly recommend that you book as soon as possible as places are limited and are allocated on a first come first serve basis.

Where can I get an application form?

If you wish to take an IELTS test at the University of Surrey, you can contact us to receive the IELTS application pack, or you can download the application from:

You can apply online here: British Council website.

If you wish to apply for the IELTS preparation course, please download the application form below and send it to the address provided on the form.

 How can I pay?

Payment should be sent with the application, either in the form of a cheque, credit card or postal order. Please make cheques payable to the University of Surrey.

What else do I need?

You should attach two passport photographs and a photocopy of your passport or National ID card to your application. In line with advice from government immigration agencies, candidates registering after 1 January 2010 must not wear glasses in the photographs they submit for IELTS registration.

What happens if I need to cancel my test place?

If you cancel the test there is an administration fee of £20. If the cancellation is less than 5 weeks before the test, the whole fee is forfeited unless you are able to provide medical evidence to support your application to cancel or postpone your test.

What if I have to send my passport to the Home Office?

You should contact the IELTS administrator before you send your passport to the Home Office.

Where should I send application forms?

IELTS Administrator
University of Surrey Library and Learning Centre
School of English and Languages (15LC03)
Guildford Surrey
GU2 7XH
UK

How can I contact the IELTS Test Centre at the University of Surrey?

Send post to the address above, or;

Email: ielts@surrey.ac.uk

Telephone: 01483 689912 or 01483 686222
Fax: 01483 689505

If you are visiting the university, the IELTS office is in room 15 on the 3rd Floor of the Library and Learning Centre (LRC room 15LC03). For a map of campus:

What are the opening times?

Monday - Thursday: 0900 - 16.30

Friday: 0900 - 1600