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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.
PreparationThe difference between IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training
IELTS provides you with a choice between the Academic and General Training tests. So which one should you book? Let's find out.
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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Preparation9 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.
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.
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 & 2 - Free Sample Questions
Download our free Academic Writing sample questions and familiarise yourself with the questions you might get on test day.
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Free IELTS Practice Tests – Academic & General Training
Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.
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IELTS Writing Task 1 – Academic & General Training
Learning how to answer Writing Task 1 in either IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training
PreparationFree 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 Preparation Materials – For Teachers
Find all the necessary IELTS materials you need to teach IELTS test takers.