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Concerned about a delayed or withheld IELTS result? Here's what you need to know

If your IELTS result is delayed or withheld. Rest assured — we're here to help explain why this may happen, what it means, and what you can do next.

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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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Achieving goals with IELTS

Read how IELTS helped Wei Kato on his journey from leaving China in the 1980s to become a course instructor in Australia.

10 July 2016
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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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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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7 myths about the IELTS Writing test to dispel

Want to give yourself the best chance of a high band score in IELTS Writing? Then take our advice and don’t believe these 7 myths.

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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 IELTS General Training Writing test

If you need to take a General Training test, take a closer look at the questions you might see in IELTS Writing.

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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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