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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 IELTS Progress Check
Prepare for the IELTS test with Progress Check, the only official IELTS practice test, and receive indicative band scores.
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Question types in the IELTS Academic Writing test
Find out about the questions you might get in the IELTS Academic test. Add them to your study plan to ensure you succeed in your IELTS test.
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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.
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Get Familiar with Taking IELTS on Computer
The world's leading English test for study & migration has improved its approach to help boost your score to the next level.
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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.
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IELTS General Training Reading Practice Test
Discover everything there is to know about IELTS General Training Reading and prepare for it by taking the IELTS General Training Reading practice test.
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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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Transfer and Cancellation Policy
Test day transfers and cancellations
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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.