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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 test dates 2023

The 2023 schedule for the paper-based IELTS test has been announced. Book now and get a head start on your preparation.

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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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9 myths about the IELTS Listening test you should not believe!

There is a lot of conjecture out there about the IELTS Listening test. In this article we debunk some common misconceptions.

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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 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 General Training Writing free practice questions

Use our free sample questions for General Training to assess your English-language skills and learn where you need to improve.

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9 myths about the IELTS Speaking test to debunk

It's time to separate fact from fiction and see how the IELTS Speaking test is actually marked.

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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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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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