# Rexford University Overview and Key Information for Prospective Students

IELTS Academic Listening - 10 questions - 9 minutes - Multiple choice (choose more than one), Note completion, Multiple choice

Source: Recording, questions and answer key from Cambridge IELTS 5, Test 3, Listening Part 2. © Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Used for educational practice. Explanations and evidence notes are written by Testmigo.

## The recording

8 minutes of audio. Practice it with the player on the page; the transcript is on the answers page.

## Questions

### Questions 11-12: Multiple choice (choose more than one)

Choose TWO letters, A-E. What TWO advantages does the speaker say Rexford University has for the students he is speaking to?

- **A** higher than average results in examinations
- **B** good transport links with central London
- **C** near London Airport
- **D** special government funding
- **E** good links with local industry

### Questions 13-15: Note completion

Complete the notes below. Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD for each answer.

When application is received, confirmation will be sent
Application processing may be slowed down by
postal problems
delays in sending **(13)** _____
University tries to put international applicants in touch with a student from the same **(14)** _____ who can give information and advice on
academic atmosphere
leisure facilities
English **(15)** _____ and food
what to pack

### Questions 16-20: Multiple choice

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

16. The speaker says international students at UK universities will be
   - A. offered accommodation with local families.
   - B. given special help by their lecturers.
   - C. expected to work independently.

17. What does the speaker say about university accommodation on campus?
   - A. Most places are given to undergraduates.
   - B. No places are available for postgraduates with families.
   - C. A limited number of places are available for new postgraduates.

18. Students wishing to live off-campus should apply
   - A. several months in advance.
   - B. two or three weeks in advance.
   - C. at the beginning of term.

19. The university accommodation officer will
   - A. send a list of agents for students to contact.
   - B. contact accommodation agencies for students.
   - C. ensure that students have suitable accommodation.

20. With regard to their English, the speaker advises the students to
   - A. tell their lecturers if they have problems understanding.
   - B. have private English lessons when they arrive.
   - C. practise their spoken English before they arrive.

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