Stay informed with the latest news items and discover IELTS blogs to help you along with your preparation. Learn from our IELTS Experts, find updates on administrative changes to the IELTS test, catch up our latest events, upcoming conferences and new test venues.

Familiarise yourself with test types, take advantage of the free support tools on offer. And let our Experts help you get the IELTS score you need, from preparation advice to a breakdown of the test parts, what to expect on test day and everything in between. You will find resources to help you prepare for both the Academic and General Training tests.

Staying informed of what to expect on test day and putting the tips and advice here into practice will lead to IELTS success!

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Free vaccinations for international students in England

All international students aged 18 and above eligible under the scheme.

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IELTS for UKVI: Moving to the UK

Moving to UK can open many doors for you and your family. Find out how IELTS for UKVI can get you to the United Kingdom.

10 December 2019
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How to skim and scan for keywords in your IELTS test

Let our IELTS Experts walk you through how to skim, scan and look for keywords in your IELTS Reading test.

18 June 2018
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Question types in the Academic Reading test

Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS Academic before sitting your test.

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IELTS Academic Reading free sample questions

Get access to free sample questions for Academic Reading. It’s perfect for improving your English-language skills and prepare for test day.

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Free access to IELTS online preparation course

Book your IELTS test with a participating test centre and get free access to an online preparation course for 30 days.

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IELTS success stories - study and migration goals

Hear the success stories, tips and advice from past test takers. Learn how they achieved their work, study and migration goals with IELTS.

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IELTS Academic and General free practice tests

Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.

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IELTS Academic Writing free practice questions

Download our free Academic Writing sample question and familiarise yourself with the questions you might get on test day.

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Question types in the General Training Reading test

Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS General Training before sitting your test.

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