IDP Education operates a network with over 400 test locations in over 50 countries and, in partnership with the British Council, offers the test in approximately 900 locations. Headquartered in Melbourne (Australia), IDP Education owns and operates internationally with English schools and centres, organises global education events and conferences, always acting ethically and responsibly.

Our desire to support our customers to achieve their goals and aspirations is at the heart of what we do. Touching the lives of thousands of people each year, it is important we always act ethically and responsibly in our work.

The leadership team consists of 12 members that are key to IDP's strategy of building a global platform and connected community to guide international students along their journey to achieve their lifelong learning and career aspirations.

IDP Education jointly owns, with the British Council and Cambridge English Language Assessment, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).  IELTS measures the language proficiency of people who want to study, work or live where English is used as a language of communication. It was the first test to examine all four areas of English Language skill - Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The number of IELTS tests taken increases year to year.

The promise IDP IELTS make to stakeholders and candidates is of integrity and reliability of test results. IELTS relies on its security and quality assurance processes to ensure that Test Centres can deliver this promise.

We are Cambridge Assessment English

Part of the University of Cambridge, we help millions of people learn English and prove their skills to the world.

For us, learning English is more than just exams and grades. It’s about having the confidence to communicate and access a lifetime of enriching experiences and opportunities.

With the right support, learning a language is an exhilarating journey. We’re there with learners, every step of the way.

Our qualifications and tests

We provide the world’s leading range of qualifications and tests for learners and teachers of English:

• Cambridge English Qualifications
• Linguaskill
• IELTS
• Cambridge English Teaching.

Our qualifications and tests are accepted by over 20,000 organisations worldwide, and provide the English language skills to communicate and succeed in the real world.

We can help you to learn English

Whether you’re preparing to take one of our exams, or just want to improve your English, we can help you. We have free materials that you can download, and activities that can help you improve your English online.

Since then, the ÖSD has been assisted by a board of trustees in an advisory and supportive manner - initially supported financially by the ministries. In addition to the above-mentioned federal ministries, the board of trustees includes relevant institutions (such as universities, adult education institutions, as well as interest groups such as the ÖDaF). For expert and content-related expertise, the ÖSD can additionally rely on a scientific advisory board. In individual cases, the ÖSD also works together with other institutions on a project-related basis. B. in the trinational examination development for the certificate B1 with the Goethe-Institutand the Swiss University of Freiburg or in relation to the development of the examCertificate C2 / business language German with the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber .

Since the end of 2009, the ÖSD has been an independent, 100% self-supporting non-profit association (Verein Österreichisches Sprachdiplom Deutsch).

The first exam dates took place in 1995 at seven licensed centers. More than 100,000 people worldwide now pass an ÖSD examination each year at one of the approximately 400 licensed test centers.

In 1998, the European Commission recognized the ÖSD as a successful and trend-setting language project with the "European Label for Innovative Language Initiatives".

The ÖSD was and is involved in several international projects (Council of Europe): As co-editor, the ÖSD contributes significantly to the dissemination of the Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) as well as the publications Oral and Profile German .

Moreover, the ÖSD is constantly involved with various contributions in various specialist magazines (see Bibliography ), at conferences and workshops in the specialist discussion and scientific exchange.

OET - OCCUPATIONAL ENGLISH TEST is a healthcare-specific English language test. It covers the four language skills of writing, speaking, reading and listening, and helps develop language skills for success in healthcare courses, clinical placement, registration, visas and work. OET has been serving the needs of the healthcare sector for 30 years.

OET is recognised and trusted by healthcare boards and councils in the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai and Singapore. Many organisations, including hospitals, universities and colleges, are using OET as proof of a candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in a demanding healthcare environment.

Why choose Trinity?

Teachers and students choose Trinity because:

• we understand the transformative power of performance
• our qualifications help ensure candidates make progress by providing carefully levelled stepping stones that build confidence and enjoyment while continuing to extend and challenge
• we aim to design assessments that have a positive impact on student learning, engagement and achievement
• we encourage candidates to bring their own choices and interests into our exams — this motivates students and makes the assessment more relevant and enjoyable
• our flexible exams give candidates the opportunity to perform to their strengths and interests
• our qualifications are accessible to candidates of all ages and from all cultures
• our highly qualified and friendly examiners are trained to put candidates at their ease and provide maximum encouragement.

• A Global English Contest with a European Focus;

• Linked to the Council of Europe Framework of Reference (CEFR);

• Takes place internationally but  Global Event held yearly in Europe (aligned with the European Youth Capitals from 2019);

• Aims to inspire and reward young people for their achievement.