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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.

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Seven benefits of taking IELTS on computer that you didn’t know about

Wondering if you should opt for IELTS on computer? Here’s why this test format is so popular and why you should opt for it instead!

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A quick comparison of computer-delivered and paper-based IELTS

Take a closer look at the key differences between computer based and paper based IELTS and find out which test is best for you.

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IELTS Listening: What skills are you tested for and how useful are they in real life?

Your Listening test isn’t just a mandatory section of your overall IELTS test to get through, an essential life skill is being evaluated here!

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Question types in the IELTS General Training Writing test

If you need to take a General Training test, take a closer look at the questions you might see in IELTS Writing.

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IELTS Speaking: How to Improve My English Speaking Skills?

Is your accent affecting your clarity when speaking English? Enhance your pronunciation and fluency to ace your IELTS Speaking test with IDP's tips.

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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!

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Question types in the General Training Reading test

Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS General Training before sitting your test.

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Question types in the Academic Reading test

Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS Academic before sitting your test.

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Minimum IELTS score to work in Australia and get PR in 2025

Here are the necessary IELTS scores you must attain in order to work and attain permanent residency in Australia.

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