Key Takeaways:
- Swansea University introduces the university’s own English language test called SWELT.
- SWELT is ideal for students looking for an alternative to IELTS as a fulfilment of their English language entry requirement.
- SWELT can only be used for entry to Swansea University.
United Kingdom—Swansea University opened slots for Swansea University English Language Test (SWELT), the university’s own English language test.
SWELT is ideal for those looking for an alternative to IELTS to fulfil their English language entry requirement or those who will use it for entry to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Swansea University.
Interested students will need a valid ID to sit the test and meet the minimum technical requirements. The programme fee is £100, but Swansea University offer holders can have one test for free.
SWELT Exam Details
SWELT can be taken for three hours and a 10-minute test for speaking. It is scored on a scale of 0 to 9 and is composed of four parts:
Reading
Duration: 60 minutes
Scoring: Number of correct answers
Total number of items: 40
The test consists of three texts of general interest with an academic slant. There are 12 to 14 comprehension questions on each text. Question types include multiple-choice, true or false, short written answers, matching paragraph headings, and summary gap-fill.
Writing
Duration: 60 minutes
Scoring: Based on task fulfilment, organization, and range and accuracy of grammar and vocabulary
The writing test is made up of two tasks, each worth 50%. Candidates should write about 200 words for each task.
- Task 1: summary and interpretation of data given in a visual form (e.g. chart, graph, etc.)
- Task 2: on a similar theme as task 1 but requiring personal opinion on a current topic
Listening
Duration: 45 minutes
Scoring: Number of correct answers
Total number of items: 40
The listening test is divided into four sections, each with 10 comprehension questions. Recordings include conversations, short talks, and news items. Question types can range from multiple-choice to short answers (single word or number), completion of tables, and labelling of diagrams.
At the start of each section, the questions will be shown in read-only mode. You should note down your answers on a piece of paper while you listen to the audio, and you can then enter your answers to that section below.
Speaking
Duration: 10 minutes
Scoring: Based on fluency, coherence, pronunciation, and range and accuracy of grammar and vocabulary
The speaking test is an interview divided into two parts.
- Part 1: personal questions about the candidate
- Part 2: spontaneous discussion around an unseen topic
Interested students can register here.
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