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Here’s why the IELTS Speaking test is with a real person.

IELTS Speaking Part 2: How to speak confidently for 2 minutes

In part 2 of your IELTS Speaking test, you will need to deliver a long turn, speaking for up to 2 minutes on a topic.

25 February 2022
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The A to Z of IELTS: K is for Keywords (part 2)

In part 2 of this series, we look at scanning and identifying questions for keywords in the IELTS Reading test.

21 February 2022
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The A to Z of IELTS: K is for Keywords (part 1)

Looking out for keywords is a great way to identify and understand what the topic is about. It's also a useful tool in helping you build ideas.

03 February 2022
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IELTS Speaking: Top frequently asked questions

Are you preparing for your IELTS Speaking test? We have gathered the most frequently asked questions and the corresponding answers from our IELTS Experts.

25 January 2022
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The A to Z of IELTS: J is for Justification

In the IELTS Speaking and Writing tests, you will be required to justify your opinion and ideas. Let’s look at some ways to do this along with some examples.

10 January 2022
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The A to Z of IELTS: I is for Intonation

Intonation is an important part of your speaking as it can help indicate meaning. Focus on this area in your IELTS test preparation to improve your band score.

21 December 2021
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Make the most of your free access to this IELTS online preparation course

Booked your IELTS test with IDP? Get free access* to an online preparation course developed by Macquarie University. Make the most of this amazing offer!

09 December 2021
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8 ways to make the most of the free IELTS webinars

Looking to maximise your learning from IELTS webinars? Here are some tips to help you make the most out of the sessions.

23 November 2021
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How to get a good IELTS band score during this pandemic (5 things to do)

Preparing for your IELTS test isn’t easy amid social restrictions. Here are some tips and tricks to help you stay focused.

23 November 2021
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Common idioms and collocations to practice in IELTS Speaking

Expand your IELTS vocabulary and learn some of the most useful idioms and collocations!

23 November 2021

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