Tag Archives: IELTS

English Requirements for GMC Registration: IELTS or OET for IMGs?

English Requirements for GMC Registration: IELTS or OET for IMGs

To work as a doctor in the United Kingdom, you must register with the General Medical Council (GMC), the public body responsible for maintaining the official register of medical practitioners. For IMGs, meeting the English language requirement is a key step in the GMC registration process.This article explains those requirements in a clear, IMG-focused way. […]

IELTS, OET, or PTE: Which English Test Is Best for Healthcare Professionals?

IELTS vs OET vs PTE: How to Choose the Right Test for Your Overseas Nursing Career

When speaking with nurses or healthcare professionals aiming to work overseas, one of the most common questions I hear is: “Honestly, I’m not sure which test I should take.” Some people say: “IELTS is easier to prepare for because there are so many materials!”“I studied IELTS for two years and couldn’t pass, but I switched […]

OET Grade B vs IELTS 7.0: Which Is Easier for International Medical Graduates?

OET Grade B vs IELTS 7.0: Which Is Easier for IMGs

OET and IELTS are two of the most common English tests required for healthcare professionals looking to work abroad or convert their medical licenses obtained overseas. When given the choice, many IMGs wonder: “Which is easier—OET Grade B (350–440) or IELTS 7.0?” The conclusion, in general, is that OET 350 is slightly easier to achieve […]