A seminar on the “International English Language Testing System” (IELTS) was held at COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), Islamabad Campus, on September 24, 2024. This event is part of the “Information Seminars for Higher Studies Abroad” program, aimed at guiding prospective CUI candidates on selecting, preparing for, and financing their international educational pursuits. IELTS is a mandatory requirement for admission to numerous international universities, making the seminar a vital resource for students aspiring to pursue higher education abroad.

The purpose of the seminar was to provide the participants with an overview of the essential knowledge on the different sections of the IELTS, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Ms. Saba Bahareen Mansur from the English Language Center, Department of Humanities, Islamabad Campus, conducted this seminar.

The seminar began with the recitation of the Glorious Quran, followed by an introduction to the IELTS exam. Participants were then engaged in brief exercises covering each section of the test, offering insight into the types of questions they would face in each part of the examination. All sections of the workshop were interactive, drawing a substantial number of participants. Attendees expressed their appreciation for the valuable knowledge shared by the experienced trainers.

The seminar was organized by the Directorate of Planning, Development and Human Resource Development.