IELTS Academic: For Higher EducationAssesses whether your degree of English language proficiency is appropriate for an academic environment. The test reflects aspects of educational language and measures whether you have the required English language ability to study successfully in an English-speaking environment.IELTS General Training: For Immigration / Permanent ResidenceAssesses the candidate’s English language level to function effectively in everyday situations. The questions in the test relate to both the working environment and social circumstances.