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Achieving goals with IELTS
Read how IELTS helped Wei Kato on his journey from leaving China in the 1980s to become a course instructor in Australia.
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The IELTS test format explained
Learn everything you need to know about the IELTS test format, from covers listening, reading, writing and speaking components. You’ll be better prepared!
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How IELTS and IDP help students achieve their dreams of studying abroad
Learn how IELTS and IDP have helped students study abroad. Read our test-taker reviews and get expert tips for achieving top results.
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IELTS Speaking: What skills are you tested for and how useful are they in real life?
Learn about the different kinds of skills you are tested for while sitting an IELTS Speaking test.
Best IELTS writing tips for high-scoring essays
Need to boost your IELTS Writing score? This guide provides expert tips and strategies to help you excel and achieve your desired results.
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IELTS Speaking Test: 8 Things to Avoid Saying and Doing
Could these topics and questions be hurting your score in the IELTS Speaking test? Get these tips from IDP.
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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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Podcasts and audiobooks: the modern way to master English
How to improve your English through podcasts and audiobooks
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Fast IELTS results: your key to global opportunities
Get fast IELTS results with IELTS on Computer. Book your test with IDP and unlock global job opportunities, higher education, and more.
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How difficult is the IELTS test? Here’s how to make it easier
Scoring well in your IELTS test can be breeze! Here’s how to get the band score you desire!
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