At a glance
| Mode | Online |
| Format | Self Prep—self-paced, no live classes |
| Level | All levels |
| Duration options | A 180-day package |
| Materials | Learning-portal study material; printed books or course-specific material where included in the selected package |
| Trial | 5-day free trial; choose up to five courses |
About this course
IELTS Academic is usually chosen by people applying for undergraduate or postgraduate study or for professional registration where an academic English test is required. It tests Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The Listening and Speaking sections are shared with IELTS General Training; the Reading and Writing sections are different.
This course focuses on understanding those four sections, reading questions accurately, organizing written responses, and handling speaking tasks under time. The syllabus below follows the public IELTS Academic test structure. AFA does not set university or professional score requirements, so always check the current requirement with the institution you are applying to.
This is AFA’s Self Prep format. There are no live classes. You work through recorded video, e-books, and digital study material at your own pace in the learning portal.
What you’ll cover
Listening under test conditions
Build a repeatable approach to listening tasks, question instructions, and answer transfer while keeping attention through conversations and monologues.
- Multiple choice and matching
- Form, note, and table completion
- Map and diagram labelling
- Short-answer questions
Academic Reading
Practise locating evidence, distinguishing detail from inference, and managing varied question types across academic-style passages.
- Matching headings and information
- True/False/Not Given
- Sentence and summary completion
- Time allocation across passages
Writing Task 1
Learn how to select key features and present visual information clearly without turning the response into a list of disconnected observations.
- Graphs, tables, and charts
- Processes and diagrams
- Overview statements
- Comparisons and data language
Writing Task 2
Build clear essay structures that answer the exact question, develop relevant ideas, and leave time to check language.
- Opinion and discussion essays
- Problem and solution prompts
- Paragraph structure
- Coherence and cohesion
Speaking
Prepare for the three-part speaking test with concise answers, a structured long turn, and a more developed discussion.
- Part 1: familiar topics
- Part 2 long turn
- Part 3 discussion
- Fluency, vocabulary, and clarity
Full-test technique
Bring the four skills together with timed work, error review, and mock-test habits that help you use your preparation consistently.
- Pacing
- Instruction checking
- Error log
- Mock-test review
What’s included
Digital
- Recorded video lessons for self-paced study
- E-books and digital study material in the learning portal
- Mock tests where relevant to the course
- Handouts and downloadable study material
Physical
- Course-specific printed books or study material, posted to you where included in the selected package
Who it’s for
- Students applying for undergraduate or postgraduate study where IELTS Academic is accepted
- Professionals preparing for registration routes that ask for an academic English test
- Learners who want guided preparation across all four IELTS skills
- Learners who need a clear choice between instructor-led Champion and self-paced Self Prep
What you’ll be able to do
- Read IELTS Academic questions and instructions without losing time to avoidable mistakes
- Structure Task 1 responses around the most important features in the visual information
- Plan and write a focused Task 2 essay under the test time limit
- Give organized speaking responses across all three parts of the speaking test
Price and durations
The listed price for IELTS Academic Self Prep is 4,999 INR. AFA package durations and validity vary by course and package. Across the catalogue, durations vary, with some longer programs and some packages carrying extra validity. Check the exact duration, validity, and inclusions shown before payment.
How the free trial works
Register on AFA’s learning portal and verify your email to start the five-day trial. You can choose up to five courses, including IELTS Academic Self Prep – Trial, and open the recorded lessons, digital study material, and mock-test area. Trial access is limited; for example, only one mock test may be available. The learning portal is currently desktop-only.
FAQs
Is IELTS Academic different from IELTS General Training?
Yes. Listening and Speaking are the same in both versions, but Reading and Writing are different. IELTS Academic uses academic-style reading material, and its Writing Task 1 asks you to describe visual information. Choose the version required by the institution or route you are applying through.
How long is the IELTS Academic test?
The full test is about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Listening is about 30 minutes, Reading 60 minutes, Writing 60 minutes and Speaking 11–14 minutes. Check the official IELTS website before booking because test-delivery details can change.
Does this course include live classes?
No. Self Prep is AFA’s self-paced format. You use recorded video, e-books, and digital material in the learning portal without live instructor-led classes. If you want live classes for the same IELTS subject, choose the corresponding Champion course.
What can I try before paying?
The five-day free trial lets you select up to five courses and explore lessons, the learning portal, online classes where relevant, mock tests, and the training interface. Trial access is limited. Use it to check the course before choosing a paid package.