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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.

29 September 2020
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How IELTS adapted to help test takers stay connected

Find out how Indicator has helped test takers stay connected and keep their study goals on track while IELTS testing was offline.

12 August 2020

Grammar 101: What is a Contronym?

What is a contronym? Well, a contronym is a single word with two contradictory meanings.

24 May 2021
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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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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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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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Skilled Independent Visa: Subclass 189

Know more about IELTS and Australia's popular Skilled Independent Visa: Subclass 189.

11 February 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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