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New milestone for IELTS
IELTS test results are now accepted by more than 12,000 organisations across the globe.
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Free vaccinations for international students in England
All international students aged 18 and above eligible under the scheme.
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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.
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Introducing IELTS Prepare
We are proud to announce the launch of IELTS Prepare – a one-stop-shop for all official IDP IELTS preparation materials.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Prepare for IELTS with IELTS Progress Check
Prepare for the IELTS test with Progress Check, the only official IELTS practice test, and receive indicative band scores.