English Tests for Students Abroad: TOEFL, IELTS & ECPE

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The discussion centers on the necessity of English proficiency tests for students planning to study abroad, specifically focusing on TOEFL, IELTS, and ECPE. The participant, a student from Greece, inquires about the relevance of the ECPE exam in comparison to TOEFL and IELTS for undergraduate applications in the US and UK. It is concluded that while ECPE may be beneficial, TOEFL and IELTS are the most widely accepted tests, and students should verify specific requirements with their chosen universities.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of TOEFL and IELTS testing formats and scoring
  • Familiarity with the ECPE (Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English)
  • Knowledge of university application requirements for international students
  • Basic awareness of English language proficiency levels
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  • Research the specific English language requirements of targeted universities in the US and UK
  • Compare TOEFL and IELTS scoring systems and acceptance rates
  • Investigate the ECPE exam structure and its recognition by universities
  • Explore preparation resources for TOEFL and IELTS exams
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International students planning to study abroad, particularly those applying to universities in the US and UK, as well as educators advising students on English proficiency requirements.

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Hello everyone, I am a student in Greece and I am willing to go abroad for my undergraduate studies.

I am interested in Computer Engineering and I have list some universities in US and UK (most of them in US) to apply .

I have been told that I should either take a TOEFL or IELTS exam before applying.
I just got the FCE exam with a good grade and so I am also going to prepare for the ECPE (or CPE )exam this year.
Is it worth trying to get such a degree ?
Will it help me skip the application tests?
Is ECPE comparable to TOEFL?
 
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I think it depends on the university, so you'll have to check with each one of them. But TOEFL and IELTS are the most widely accepted, I believe, and I see no point in trying to take other tests, the costs are probably the same anyway, as well.
 

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