I took my IELTS in November 2015. English is the official language of Ghana and it's the medium of instruction in Ghanaian schools at all levels,so I wasn't particularly scared of this exam. In addition i watch a lot of foreign movies and I am an avid reader . Nonetheless, I had researched quite extensively on this exam and had also noticed on the PLAB FACEBOOK GROUP that it could be a tricky exam ,so I had to strategise . I noticed that the most challenging section will be the writing section,in the face of the fact that the last time I wrote a proper academic English essay was in first year university communication skills course. I also came to know about the connundrum in the writing section, the thin line between band 6.5 and the required band 7. HOW I PREPARED : I completed about 10 practice tests from the Cambridge book,timing myself under exam conditions in at least 4 of them. I watched a lot of YouTube IELTS videos which highlighted common mistakes by candidates
Besides the academic requirements for the PLAB exam, one important aspect that you can't afford to overlook is the financial demands. In fact I dare say the financial barrier can be even more daunting than the academic preparation. This is not to scare you off ,your dream of working in the UK is very much achievable. This post seeks to outline the monetary aspects of the journey so as to help PLABBERS plan well. IELTS - £200 PLAB 1 course - optional /£300-500 PLAB 1 EXAM FEE - £230 PLAB/BUSINESS VISITOR VISA - £80 PLAB 2 EXAM FEE - £840 PLAB 2 COURSE - £550-650 GMC REGISTRATION - £425 TIER 2 VISA APPLICATION - £587 + HEALTH SURCHARGE OF £200/year Miscellanous Food,accommodation and travel including plane tickets and travel within the UK - depends on the individual . Roughly , one will require about £4000-£5000 for the entire journey.It is important to plan well and factor this into your preparations Please post any questions,concerns,suggestions or contributions b
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