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Test dayHow to skim and scan for keywords in your IELTS test
Let our IELTS Experts walk you through how to skim, scan and look for keywords in your IELTS Reading test.
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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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Does it matter if I take the IELTS test with IDP or the British Council?
Looking to take your IELTS test but not sure if to choose IDP or British Council? Here are 4 differences to consider before choosing your IELTS provider.
Band scoresMinimum IELTS score to work in the USA and get PR in 2025
Here’s what you must score in your IELTS test to be eligible for PR and to work in the United States.
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IELTS and New Zealand visas: key work and student visa changes
Planning to study or work in New Zealand? IELTS can strengthen your application. Stay informed about IELTS requirements & new visa rules.
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IELTS General Training Writing free practice questions
Use our free sample questions for General Training to assess your English-language skills and learn where you need to improve.
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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.
Minimum IELTS score to study in a USA university in 2025
Find out the minimum IELTS band scores to enter the top universities in the USA and how you can take a step towards passing your IELTS test with IDP.
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PreparationGrammar 101: How to use who and whom correctly?
How to use who and whom correctly? Let’s look at some examples and do a who vs whom quiz.
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PreparationQuestion 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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