All Tips/Band Score Guide

Band Score Guide Tips & Strategies

Understand exactly what examiners look for at each band level.

Test Overview

Duration

Comprehensive

Sections

9 parts

Articles

5 guides

essential

How your overall band score is calculated from the four component scores.

6 min read

82.3K readers

intermediate

Detailed breakdown of Band 7 descriptors for each skill with examples.

12 min read

71.2K readers

advanced

The subtle differences that separate Band 7.5 from Band 8 and above.

14 min read

45.7K readers

intermediate

Why your score might not be improving and how to break through plateaus.

10 min read

58.9K readers

essential

How to set achievable targets based on your current level and timeframe.

7 min read

39.3K readers