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Minimum IELTS score to work in the UK and get PR in 2025
Here are the IELTS requirements you’ll need to work and live in the UK. Find out what scores are necessary for each of the various visas you can apply for!

Australian vs British vs American English
Find out the minimum scores you need for your IELTS test to successfully study in the best Canadian universities!

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.

IELTS Speaking Part 1: Acing the initial conversation with confidence
Master IELTS Speaking Part 1 with these tips! Discover expert strategies and tips to ace the initial conversation with confidence.

Effective time management strategies for IELTS
Discover time management strategies tailored for each IELTS test. Learn how to efficiently manage time constraints with IDP.

5 IELTS self-study tips to ace the test without breaking the bank
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!

10 ways to manage stress for your IELTS preparation
Discover effective stress management tips for IELTS success. Learn to balance study, relaxation, and wellness for a confident test-taking experience.

PTE or IELTS for UKVI - which should you take?
Choosing between the PTE and IELTS test to study or work in the UK? Here’s what you need to know!

9 myths about the IELTS Listening test you should not believe!
There is a lot of conjecture out there about the IELTS Listening test. In this article we debunk some common misconceptions.

9 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.