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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 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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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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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 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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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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IELTS General Training or PTE Core: Which test is better for migration to Canada?

Looking to move to Canada for work or migration? Here are a few reasons why you might want to consider IELTS General Training instead of PTE Core.

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Question types in the IELTS Speaking test

Get familiar with the questions you might encounter in an IELTS Speaking test to help you prepare for your IELTS test.

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