Exam Format and Timing

Modified on Wed, 3 Sep at 2:39 PM

There are four modules in ISE Digital: 

  • Speaking

  • Listening

  • Reading

  • Writing

At the start of the exam candidates will complete a short levelling test. This helps to determine which task types and questions they will will see during their exam. 




Approximate time to spend on section
Levelling test5-10 minutes
Speaking15 minutes
Listening20 minutes
Reading20 minutes
Writing40 minutes


  • They will need to work carefully and as quickly as they can.
  • They should begin the Writing module when there are 40 minutes left on the exam.


To help you to manage their time, they will receive three system reminders during the exam:

  • When there are 50 minutes left
  • When there are 40 minutes left
  • When there are 10 minutes remaining before the end of the exam

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