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Preparing for IELTS on a tighter budget? These 5 tips can help you save money by preparing and self-studying for IELTS for almost free. Read on!

Your Ambition, Your Story, Your Award!
Tell us your story and you could receive one of eight USD $5,000 IDP IELTS Future Awards to help shape your future.

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IELTS preparation tips from 4 of IDP’s IELTS success stories
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Steer clear of these IELTS Speaking test blunders
Master the IELTS Speaking test with key tips on avoiding these eight common mistakes. Enhance your IELTS preparation for a higher score with IDP.

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PTE or IELTS for UKVI - which should you take?
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