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IELTS announces at-home testing option
Test takers around the world will have the option to take their secure test online when IELTS Online launches in early 2022.
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New Brunswick launches permanent residency pathway for international students
New Brunswick graduates will be be eligible to apply for permanent residency beginning in April 2022.
PronunciationThe A to Z of IELTS: I is for Intonation
Intonation is an important part of your speaking as it can help indicate meaning. Focus on this area in your IELTS test preparation to improve your band score.
PreparationMake the most of your free access to this IELTS online preparation course
Booked your IELTS test with IDP? Get free access* to an online preparation course developed by Macquarie University. Make the most of this amazing offer!
Coaching8 ways to make the most of the free IELTS webinars
Looking to maximise your learning from IELTS webinars? Here are some tips to help you make the most out of the sessions.
How to get a good IELTS band score during this pandemic (5 things to do)
Preparing for your IELTS test isn’t easy amid social restrictions. Here are some tips and tricks to help you stay focused.
VocabularyThe A to Z of IELTS: H is for Hyperboles
Hyperboles are often used by native speakers and you may want to consider using them in your IELTS Speaking test as a way of enhancing your band score.
CoachingThe A to Z of IELTS: G is for Grammatical Range and Accuracy
Grammatical range and accuracy is one of the key assessment criteria in the IELTS test. In this article we take a closer look at what exactly it constitutes.
IELTS entry scores
Planning to sit an IELTS exam for studying abroad or migration? Here's what you need to know about minimum entry scores.
PreparationThe A to Z of IELTS: F is for Free Preparation Material
At IDP, we offer a wide variety of free preparation materials and information to help test takers improve their chances in their upcoming test.