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Mastering focus for IELTS success: tips for conquering test anxiety
Learn how to control test anxiety for better IELTS results. Explore practical tips to improve mental focus and manage exam stress efficiently.
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Why IELTS Listening is difficult – how to ace it
The IELTS listening test isn’t as hard as it seems. Here are 5 tactics to help guide you towards a higher score!
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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.
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Why IELTS is more than just a key to help you study or work overseas
Use what you have learnt to accelerate your career. From unlocking better networking opportunities, here are the lifelong benefits the IELTS delivers!
Minimum IELTS score to work in New Zealand and get PR in 2025
Here are the necessary IELTS scores for your visa application to work, live and even migrate to New Zealand. Check out our comprehensive list here.
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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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Letter writing tips to help you ace IELTS Writing Task 1
Sitting for the IELTS General Training? Ace your IELTS Writing Task 1 with these letter writing tips and Band 9-graded sample letter.
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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.
Test dayIELTS success stories - study and migration goals
Hear the success stories, tips and advice from past test takers. Learn how they achieved their work, study and migration goals with IELTS.
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.
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