Who is this test for?
The LanguageCert Academic test may be suitable if you are:
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QIBA is an official LanguageCert Academic test centre in Sydney (collaboration with TELS) and Canberra. Book your test directly with us, we are giving AU$20 off the standard fee as an introductory offer.
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Official LanguageCert Academic Test: Sydney and CanberraStudents find LanguageCert Academic test easy and convenient
A test designed to give you confidence from the moment you sit down.
Listening Audio Played Twice
More confidence, better understanding — every listening section is played twice so you never miss a detail.
Real Human Speaking Test
Speak with a live interlocutor in a natural conversation — not a computer. More comfortable, more authentic.
Fast Results
Receive your official results within 3–5 working days — one of the fastest turnaround times available.
Free Score Reporting
Send your Test Report Form (TRF) to any school or institution free of charge — unlimited times.
Flexible Test Booking
Book your test up to 24 hours in advance at no extra cost — fits any schedule or last-minute need.
Free Preparation Resources
Access official LanguageCert Academic preparation materials to help you succeed — available at no charge.
What the test covers
Four skills assessed — select a skill below to see the format in detail.
Listening
Each part played twiceSeven unfinished dialogues — choose the appropriate completion from three options.
Five academic-context conversations — two three-option multiple-choice questions each.
A lecture or podcast — fill seven notepad gaps with no more than three words each.
A group discussion or debate — answer six three-option multiple-choice questions.
Reading
30 questions — 50 minutesSix sentences — replace highlighted words by choosing from three options.
A short text with five gaps — choose the correct word for each from three options.
A text missing six sentences — match the correct sentences from a choice of eight.
Four short texts on a theme — identify information across all of them.
A longer academic-argument text — six four-option multiple-choice questions.
Writing
2 parts — 50 minutesWrite a 150–200 word academic report or article from an infographic — express stance, opinion and justification.
Produce a 250-word discursive piece to persuade, argue or hypothesise — expressing mood, opinion and evaluation.
Speaking
Conducted 1-to-1 by an interlocutorGive and spell your name and country of origin; answer up to five questions on different topics.
Respond to and initiate two role-plays in academic-related scenarios.
Prepare for 30 seconds, read a short academic text aloud and answer follow-up questions.
Deliver a two-minute presentation on an academic topic from a stimulus, then answer follow-up questions.
Official Test Centre Locations
QIBA delivers the LanguageCert prep course and hosts official test centres at both our Sydney (Campsie) and Canberra.
LanguageCert Academic Preparation Courses
Want to walk into your test fully prepared? QIBA's structured prep course covers all four skills with expert teachers, a full practice test and 1-to-1 coaching. Delivered in collaboration with The English Language School (TELS).
Choose your course track
All three tracks cover the same 8 sessions plus a full practice test (3–4 hours) at the same price. The 20% introductory discount applies to all eligible students.
Standard Course
4 weeks — steady pace — best for building all skills
- 4 weeks, 2 sessions per week
- 8 sessions total plus Practice Test (3–4 hrs)
- Online via Teams or face-to-face
- 30 min additional interaction per session
- Practice worksheets for homework
Fast Track Course
Wed–Thu–Fri–Sat — 2 weeks — intensive — test date coming up soon
- 2 weeks, 4 sessions per week
- 8 sessions total plus Practice Test (3–4 hrs)
- Online via Teams or face-to-face
- 30 min additional interaction per session
- Practice worksheets for homework
Weekend Course
2 weekends — flexible — perfect for weekday workers
- 2 weekends, 4 sessions per weekend
- 8 sessions total plus Practice Test (3–4 hrs)
- Online via Teams or face-to-face
- 30 min additional interaction per session
- Practice worksheets for homework
Online or face-to-face — your choice
Every track is available in both formats. Pick what suits your schedule and location.
On-Campus
Attend sessions in person at our Sydney or Canberra campus. Includes 30 minutes of additional teacher interaction after each session.
Via Microsoft Teams
Join sessions from anywhere via Microsoft Teams Meeting Link. Same expert teachers, same course content — from wherever you are.
A course built around the real test
Studying alone is hard to gauge. QIBA gives you structure, feedback and exam practice so improvement is measurable.
Expert teachers
Qualified English instructors who know the LanguageCert Academic format inside out.
Full practice test
Sit a complete 3–4 hour practice test under real exam conditions as part of your course.
Two locations
Prepare and sit your official test at our Sydney or Canberra campus — all in one place.
Flexible tracks
Standard, Fast Track or Weekend — pick the pace that fits your deadline and lifestyle.
What the course covers
Designed for B1–C2 candidates. Prior to enrolment, students will be assessed or required to present documentation of their language competency.
What is included in your enrolment
The certificate you will earn is recognised where it counts
Accepted by Australian universities, professional bodies and the Department of Home Affairs for all visa applications.
Universities and professional bodies
- University of Sydney, University of Melbourne, Macquarie University & many more.
- TAFE NSW, TAFE QLD, TAFE SA, TAFE WA
- Engineers Australia, CPA Australia, and more
Australian visa applications
- Accepted by the Department of Home Affairs for all visa applications
- Student, Temporary Graduate (485), employer-sponsored, partner and skilled migration
- Always verify current requirements for your specific visa subclass
Combo: Preparation Course + Test Booking
Get both your preparation course and your official LanguageCert Academic test booking in one. Save time, stay organised, and let QIBA handle the logistics.
Standard + Test
Standard Course (4 weeks) plus your official test booking
- All Standard Course inclusions
- LanguageCert Academic test booking handled by QIBA
- Test date timed to your course completion
- Sit your test at our Sydney or Canberra test centre
Fast Track + Test
Fast Track Course — Wed–Thu–Fri–Sat (2 weeks) plus your official test booking
- All Fast Track Course inclusions
- LanguageCert Academic test booking handled by QIBA
- Test date timed to your course completion
- Sit your test at our Sydney or Canberra test centre
Weekend + Test
Weekend Course (2 weekends) plus your official test booking
- All Weekend Course inclusions
- LanguageCert Academic test booking handled by QIBA
- Test date timed to your course completion
- Sit your test at our Sydney or Canberra test centre
From enrolment to a recognised result
QIBA guides you through preparation and booking; LanguageCert Academic delivers the official test and result.
Choose your package
Prep course only or the combo. Pick your track and format — online or face-to-face.
Prepare with QIBA
Train all four skills with expert teachers, complete worksheets and sit a full practice test during the course.
Book and sit the test
We help you book your official LanguageCert Academic test, timed to your course finish. Sit it at our Sydney or Canberra test centre.
Pass and report
Official results in 3–5 working days. Send your certificate to universities or authorities free, unlimited times.
Common questions, answered
Everything you need to know about the test, the courses and the combo.
LanguageCert Academic is an internationally recognised English language test that assesses all four skills — Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking — at CEFR levels B1 to C2. It is designed for students and migrants who need to prove their English proficiency for university admission, professional registration, or Australian visa applications, including skilled migration, student, and temporary graduate visas.
LanguageCert Academic is fully approved by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and accepted by universities and TAFE institutions across Australia — covering the same ground as IELTS and PTE. Key differences: the Listening audio is played twice (not once), the Speaking test is conducted 1-to-1 with a live human interlocutor (not a computer), and results are delivered in 3–5 working days. Many students find it a more comfortable and accessible exam experience.
Yes. All tracks are available online via Microsoft Teams, so you can join from anywhere in Australia or overseas. If you choose the Combo and want to sit the test at one of our centres, you will need to travel to Sydney or Canberra for the test day.
LanguageCert Academic results are valid for two years from the date of the test. This is the standard validity period accepted by the Department of Home Affairs and most Australian educational institutions. Always confirm the validity requirement with the specific institution or authority you are applying to.
Yes — you can enrol in the Combo now and arrange your official test date later. We will help you choose the right test and timing once you have progressed through the course, so your test date lines up with when you will be most prepared.
It is accepted by the Department of Home Affairs for all Australian visa applications and by a growing list of universities and professional bodies. Always confirm current requirements for your specific visa subclass or institution — our team can help point you in the right direction.
Refer a friend for prep course & get AU$50 off your test booking
Know someone who needs to take LanguageCert Academic? Refer them to QIBA for a preparation course and we'll take AU$50 off your official test booking fee — no limit on referrals.
Book a Test, a Course, or Both
Whether you want to sit the test now, prepare with a course first, or combine both — our team will confirm your options and help you time everything right.