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Test InformationTest DescriptionTest PreparationTerms ConditionsSecurity of TestingWhen to ApplyApplication FormThe AEAS Assessment is specifically developed or selected for international Primary and Secondary school students wishing to study in Australian and international schools in other countries.The AEAS English language proficiency tests are developed under contract to AEAS by the Language Testing Research Centre at the University of Melbourne. The test development meets the highest international standards with reliablity and validity of test materials well established.? The AEAS Report presents accurate information on students’ abilities.The AEAS Assessment includes:English Language Proficiency (2 hours)Mathematical Reasoning Ability (30-45 minutes)Non-Verbal General Ability ?(30 minutes approximately)Testing takes approximately 3 hours.1. English Language ProficiencyThe English language tests assess a student’s ability using a threshold approach. This is based on the minimum level of English language proficiency required before an international student can be expected to cope in Australian schools.Tests are available for the following year levels:Years 4 – 6Years 7 – 9Years 10-12Years 10-12Sub TestTime AllowedNumber of items/tasksVocabulary20 minutes20 – 25Reading Comprehension30-35 minutes20 – 30Writing Skills30 minutes1Listening Skills20 minutes20 – 25Speaking10-15 minutes3 – 4VocabularyThe vocabulary subtest:Comprises at least 20 itemsTests both passive and active knowledgeIncludes a variety of item types including multiple choice questions, matching and gap filling.Reading ComprehensionThe reading comprehension subtest:Comprises two to three texts of different typesHas 20 – 30 test itemsIncludes a range of topics that are appealing and relevant to students’ age and backgroundTests a range of reading skills andIncludes a variety of item types including multiple choice questions, matching and gap-filling.WritingThe writing subtest:Is based on topics of in