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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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IELTS webinar series

Come along to our live webinar series and learn everything you need to know about IELTS. Hear tips from both IELTS Experts and test takers.

25 October 2020
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Meet Ivy Feng

From a former IELTS test taker to a core member of IDP’s global Digital Experience team, Ivy’s journey is nothing short of inspirational.

02 August 2021
Two female test-takers preparing for the IELTS test using a laptop in a library.

Introducing IELTS Prepare

We are proud to announce the launch of IELTS Prepare – a one-stop-shop for all official IDP IELTS preparation materials.

02 July 2021
A male test taker and two female test takers giving IELTS test in the IELTS test centre.

5 reasons why IELTS is the top-choice of test takers worldwide

What makes IELTS so popular? For over 30 years, students, aspiring migrants and jobseekers have placed their trust in IELTS.

23 April 2021
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IELTS Online Practice Test

Check how you are progressing with your IELTS preparation by completing an online practice test - IELTS Progress Check.

26 October 2020
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Build your IELTS Listening test vocabulary

Increase your vocabulary resource by learning the most commonly used words in the IELTS Listening test.

25 October 2020
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IELTS test day changes due to COVID-19

Learn how IELTS test day procedures have changed due to COVID-19 and find support tools to get you through this tough time.

25 October 2020

How to successfully book an IDP IELTS test

Find out how to book your IELTS test and key documents you need to successfully complete the process.

01 July 2020
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Prepare for IELTS with IELTS Progress Check

Prepare for the IELTS test with Progress Check, the only official IELTS practice test, and receive indicative band scores.

25 June 2020
Female test taker wearing grey t-shirt prepares for the IELTS Writing test along with other test takers in a classroom

Question types in the IELTS Academic Writing test

Find out about the questions you might get in the IELTS Academic test. Add them to your study plan to ensure you succeed in your IELTS test.

17 March 2020
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