TOEFL Preparation Course Online
Some Singapore and Chinese universities accept or prefer TOEFL over IELTS. We help you confirm whether TOEFL is the right exam for your application and prepare you to hit your target score.
What Is TOEFL?
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) is a computer-based English proficiency exam developed by ETS (Educational Testing Service). It is accepted by over 12,000 institutions worldwide.
TOEFL is the standard English proficiency exam for US and Canadian universities, but it is also accepted by Singapore universities (NUS, NTU, SMU) and English-taught programmes at Chinese universities.
If your target university lists TOEFL as an accepted or preferred English exam, this is the right test for you.
TOEFL Score Requirements
| Destination | Typical TOEFL iBT Requirement |
|---|---|
| NUS / NTU (Singapore) | 85 to 100 (varies by programme) | Chinese universities (English-taught) | 80 to 90 |
| US universities | 80 to 110+ (top schools require 100+) |
| Canadian universities | 80 to 100 |
Requirements vary by university and programme. We confirm the exact target score for your application during the consultation.
Learn more about entry requirements for studying in Singapore or studying in China.
TOEFL iBT Academic Exam Format
Reading
2 passages, 10 questions each. 35 minutes.
Listening
3 to 4 lectures and 2 to 3 conversations. 36 minutes.
Speaking
4 tasks (1 independent, 3 integrated). 16 minutes.
Writing
2 tasks (1 integrated, 1 academic discussion). 29 minutes.
The TOEFL iBT is fully computer-based with a total score of 0 to 120 (30 points per section):
OUR PROCESS
Our TOEFL Preparation Programme
All sessions are delivered online, with evening and weekend scheduling. Our TOEFL preparation course online is designed around your target score and application deadline.
What the programme covers:
Diagnostic test to assess your starting level and section weaknesses
Target score strategy based on your specific university requirements
Section-by-section training across Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing
Practice under timed exam conditions using official TOEFL materials
Detailed feedback on speaking recordings and writing submissions
Exam-day strategy: time management, pacing, and question prioritisation
Course Format
| Delivery | Online (live sessions) |
|---|---|
| Schedule | Evenings and weekends | Duration | 1 to 3 months depending on starting level and target |
| Approach | 1-to-1 or small group coaching |
This is score-focused test preparation, not general English improvement.
How Long to Prepare
Start early. TOEFL preparation should begin at least 3 to 6 months before your application deadline.
| Current Score | Target | Estimated Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | 85 | 30 to 50 hours | 85 | 100 | 40 to 70 hours |
| 100 | 110+ | 60 to 90 hours |
Why Prepare TOEFL With Us
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Integrated with your application
Your TOEFL prep is part of a broader university application plan.
We know the exact score your target course requires and we prepare you for that, not a generic benchmark.
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Score-focused, not syllabus-focused
We train exam technique: time management, task strategy, and scoring patterns. Not general English improvement.
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Flexible online delivery
Sessions fit around school or work schedules. All TOEFL coaching is online with evening and weekend availability.
WHY TALENT ABROAD
Should You Take TOEFL or IELTS?
Most Singapore universities accept both. If you are unsure, we confirm which exam your target university prefers during the consultation.
| TOEFL iBT | IELTS Academic | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Fully computer-based. Speaking is recorded | Paper or computer-based, Speaking is face-to-face | Scoring | Score 0 to 120 | Band 0 to 9 |
| Preferred by | US, Canada (also accepted in Singapore and China) | Singapore, UK, Australia |
| Test duration | 2 hours | 2 hours 45 minutes |
Learn more about IELTS preparation->
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most from Malaysian and Asian families exploring university options in Singapore and China.
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Yes. NUS, NTU, and SMU all accept TOEFL iBT. However, IELTS is more commonly submitted by applicants from Malaysia and Singapore. We confirm which exam your target programme prefers.
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Most NUS programmes require a TOEFL iBT score of 85 to 100. Some competitive programmes may require higher. We confirm the exact requirement for your target course.
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Neither is objectively harder. TOEFL is fully computer-based, including the speaking section (recorded, not face-to-face). Some students prefer IELTS for its face-to-face speaking format. We help you decide based on your strengths.
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Each of the four sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) is scored out of 30, for a total of 120. There are no half-score bands like IELTS.
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Yes. All our TOEFL preparation course online sessions are delivered via live video with evening and weekend slots available.
GET STARTED
Get Your TOEFL Target Score
Book a free 45-minute consultation. We will assess your current level, confirm whether TOEFL is the right exam for your application, and build a preparation plan.