Test day procedure

Test venue

Level 3 International Building (M14)
Mt Gravatt campus Griffith University
176 Messines Ridge Road
Mt Gravatt QLD 4122

Mt Gravatt campus map (PDF 300k)

Please note: parking is FREE on Saturdays.

Registration

Please go to the Level 3 Social Sciences Road entrance of M14 International Building.

Registration STARTS AT 8:00am

Registration CLOSES AT 8:40am

What to bring

You must bring your valid passport with you. No other form of identification can be accepted. Failure to bring a valid passport will result in your exclusion from the test and ineligibility for a refund.

NO PASSPORT NO TEST.

Permitted in the test room

• Passport
• Pencils
• Eraser
• Pencil sharpener
• Water in a transparent bottle
• Tissues in transparent packaging

NOT Permitted in the test room

• Mobile phones
• Pens
• Keys
• Food
• Drinks (water excepted)

Medication may be permitted but prior permission must be sought by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it at least 3 days before the test date.

There will be a baggage room for storage of belongings that are not permitted in the test room. You are advised to avoid bringing valuable items with you to the test as the centre does not take responsibility for lost or stolen items.

Your speaking test will usually be held in the afternoon between 12:40pm and 5:00pm and your test time will be advised during the morning session.

Please note that the university cafes are closed on Saturdays so it is advisable to pack your own food and drinks for the day.

Public transport

The Griffith IELTS Test Centre is conveniently located on the South East Busway and is easily accessible via public transport.

Bus routes

Below is information on bus routes that service Griffith University Mt Gravatt Campus.  

Please note: this information should be used as a guide only. You should check timetables and routes on the TransLink site before you travel.

Brisbane City

• From Queen St Bus Station – 130,  135, 140, 150, 155 (weekday only), 160 (weekday only)
• From King George Square – 111 (Stop 2F), P88 (Stop 2D)
• From Elizabeth St Stop 82 – 555

Garden City

• From Upper Mt Gravatt Busway Station Platform 1 – 77 (weekday ONLY), P88, 111, 160 (weekday ONLY), 169, 260, 280, 555

Sunnybank Plaza Shopping Centre

• From Sunnybank Plaza Shopping Centre (Mains Road) – 130 and 140

Train Station

• From South Bank Busway Station Platform 2 – 111, 130, 140, 150, 160, 555
• From Roma St Busway Station Platform 2 – P88 and 111