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5 Question Method : tips for tackling English comprehension
Ace the IELTS with the 5 Question Method! Learn how to boost your English comprehension, manage time effectively, and answer questions confidently.

7 tips for how to write with sophistication for IELTS
Trying to improve your IELTS Writing Task 1 and 2? These 7 tips will teach you how to write better essays and achieve the top band score!

IELTS Writing Task 2: tips for structuring a discussion essay effectively
Master the IELTS Writing Task 2 with our guide on structuring arguments effectively. Elevate your discussion essay writing skills for higher scores.

Minimum IELTS score to study in a USA university in 2025
Find out the minimum IELTS band scores to enter the top universities in the USA and how you can take a step towards passing your IELTS test with IDP.

Why IELTS Speaking is difficult – how to ace it
Acing your IELTS speaking test isn’t tough, here’s a roadmap to guide you through the pitfalls and how to overcome them!

Get a second chance to achieve your desired score with IELTS One Skill Retake
Find out when and why you should consider an IELTS One Skill Retake. Explore the benefits, booking process, cost and how IDP can support you.

IELTS Academic or General Training: which one's for you?
Navigate your IELTS journey with confidence and explore the differences between Academic and General Training tests. Learn how IDP can be of help.

Practical tips to expand your English vocabulary
Discover how to expand your English vocabulary and improve your IELTS scores with simple, effective strategies to learn and remember unfamiliar words.

IELTS and New Zealand visas: key work and student visa changes
Planning to study or work in New Zealand? IELTS can strengthen your application. Stay informed about IELTS requirements & new visa rules.

IELTS for Canadian Student Visa: Which New Rules Apply
Find out the latest study permit news for Canada and how IELTS can help, from university to post-study.
