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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IELTS Listening test: Tips to build your vocabulary

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

13 July 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
Three IELTS test takers in casual outfits sit on a lawn and prepares for IELTS with preparation materials

Prepare for IELTS with these 6 easy steps

Is this your first IELTS test? Read through these 6 easy steps to understand more about the IELTS test and how to prepare for it.

26 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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IELTS General Training Reading free practice questions

Get your IELTS preparation off on the right foot and add our free sample questions for General Training Reading to your IELTS study plan.

10 March 2020
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IELTS Speaking: AI vs face-to-face speaking with an examiner

Learn about the key advantages of taking your IELTS Speaking test face-to-face with a qualified IELTS examiner.

10 January 2020
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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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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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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 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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