SA530 is a course dedicated for students taking the IELTS™ Academic Test. IELTS™ is a fast-growing standardized test, commonly taken by students to fulfill their English proficiency requirement for university admission. This course aims to assist students in strengthening their overall literacy skills to achieve band 7.5 or above. Every week, students either focus on reading and speaking, or listening and writing. Before class, students are expected to study vocabulary and prepare to discuss weekly discussion materials. Whether the student intends to pursue their post-secondary education domestically or internationally, SA530 is a fundamental course recommended to students striving towards improving the four key skills mentioned above, and excel in academia.