ELAS is a language test created by the Centre for English as a Foreign Language to assess a candidate's level of English for University of Bedfordshire admission purposes. The test consists of four parts: listening, reading, writing and speaking. A separate score is awarded for each part.

Applicants who are in the process of applying for a degree course at the university and do not already have an English language qualification may request to do the test at our campus in Luton.

How to book a test

If you would like to book to do an ELAS test in Luton, please email us at englishtest@beds.ac.uk. When contacting us, please state:

• your full name
• email address
• student number (if you have already been given one by admissions)
• the date when you would like to take the test

ELAS Test Dates:

• Friday, 6th June 2025
• Friday, 20th June 2025
• Friday, 4th July 2025
• Friday, 11th July 2025
• Friday, 18th July 2025
• Friday, 25th July 2025
• Friday, 1st August 2025
• Friday, 8th August 2025
• Friday, 15th August 2025
• Friday, 22nd August 2025
• Friday, 29th August 2025
• Friday, 5th September 2025
• Friday, 12th September 2025

ELAS sample tasks

There are some ELAS sample tasks for you to download below.

If you would like additional materials to practise your English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, we suggest you look for other exam preparation materials such as IELTS practice tests, which are widely available online.

ELAS Reading Sample Tasks [PDF]

ELAS Writing Sample Tasks [PDF]

ELAS Listening Sample Tasks [PDF]