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Welcome to IELTS Prepare by IDP – your trusted guide for test day success. Our IELTS video podcast covers everything you need to know about the test. During this 10-part series, you’ll learn about the IELTS test structure, how to prepare, what to expect on test day and more.  

Each episode includes an interview with a different IELTS expert, who answers test taker questions and provides valuable advice on how to approach the test.  

Whether you’re taking IELTS for the first time or aiming to improve your score, IELTS Prepare by IDP has got you covered.  

IDP is a proud co-owner of the IELTS test. Our free vodcast series is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting IELTS test takers in their preparation journey so they can achieve their academic, professional and personal goals.  

By offering accessible and convenient content with video and audio options, we’re giving you more ways to prepare that suit your needs.  

Download the IELTS by IDP app to view the full season. 

Vodcast Episode 1: Overview of IELTS

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Join Daniel Marsh from IDP as he talks about the different types of IELTS tests and how you can take them. Find out about the structure of the IELTS test and how IELTS One Skill Retake can help you achieve your best score.

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Episode 2: How IELTS is Scored

In this episode, IELTS Expert Rose Aravanis explains how your IELTS test is marked and gives advice on how to move from a band 6 to 7 in Writing and Speaking.

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Episode 3: How to Prepare for IELTS

Tune in with IELTS Expert Don Oliver to find out how to get ready for the IELTS test. Plus, find out more about IDP’s IELTS study materials.

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Episode 4: Improving your English before you take IELTS

Linda Alley from IDP talks about how you can develop your English skills before you take IELTS. She also shares her top tips for learning new vocabulary.

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Episode 5: IELTS Listening

In this episode, Andy Watts from E2 Test Prep guides us through the Listening section of the IELTS test, covering question types and preparation strategies.

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Episode 6: IELTS Reading

Andy Watts returns to talk about IELTS Reading. Find out what to expect in the IELTS Academic and General Training Reading tests and how to prepare.

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Episode 7: IELTS Writing

Don Oliver returns to share his top IELTS tips for the Writing section, including the different tasks you might find in the Academic and General Training tests.

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Episode 8: IELTS Speaking

IELTS Expert Rochelle Van Der Merwe takes us through each part of the IELTS Speaking test and shares valuable insights about how to prepare.

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Episode 9: IELTS Test Day

Join Jess Christie from one of our IELTS test centres as she explains what happens on test day. Get advice on how to manage your time and test day nerves.