TOEIC: Test of English for International Communication

The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) is produced by ETS (Educational Testing Service) and consists of three separate tests: the Listening and Reading test, the Speaking and Writing tests and the TOEIC Bridge test. The three tests are outlined below.  More details can be found at www.ets.org/toeic.

Listening and Reading test

• Levels tested: All levels
• Test type: Paper-based, multiple choice
• Test length: 2.5 hours
• Format: The test is divided into two sections of 100 questions each (the 45 minute listening section and the 75 minute reading section) with an additional 30 mins for the candidate to answer biographical questions.

For more information see www.ets.org/toeic/organizations/listening-reading/about  

Speaking and Writing tests

• Levels tested: All levels
• Test type: Online
• Test length: 80 mins (20 mins speaking, 60 mins writing)
• Format: There are 11 questions in the speaking section and 8 questions in the writing section.

For more information see www.ets.org/toeic/organizations/speaking-writing/about 

The TOEIC Bridge test

• Levels tested: Beginning and mid-level learners
• Skills tested: Reading and listening
• Test type: Paper-based, multiple choice
• Test length: 1.5 hours
• Format: The test is divided into two sections of 50 questions each (the listening section and the reading section) with an additional 30 mins for the candidate to complete a questionnaire about their education and work history.

For more information see www.ets.org/toeic/organizations/bridge/about 

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