The writing test
The Writing Test has two parts and lasts 45 minutes.
Part 1:
Short Message/Letter (50-60 words) 15 mins
The candidate is given a short text, such as a letter, memo or advert, and guidelines for writing a reply or follow-up message or letter.
Part 2:
Report or Letter(180-200 words) 30 mins
The candidate writes a short report or letter following brief instructions. For this part, candidates choose a task from two alternatives.

Assessment
Candidates are assessed independently by two trained assessors. They are assessed on:

-	how accurately and appropriately they use the language (grammar and vocabulary)
-	how well they organise their ideas.
-	how effectively the piece of writing achieves its purpose.

To see a sample Writing Test, visit the BULATS website.
For more comprehensive information concerning BULATS and for samples of the tests mentioned above, please visit the BULATS.
website at www.bulats.org