Explore our official IDP IELTS preparation materials Life Skills (A1, A2 and B1)

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 5: IELTS Listening

Learn how to succeed in the IELTS Listening test.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 6: IELTS Reading

Tune into episode 6 of our IELTS video podcast to learn more about the Reading test. Get IELTS Reading tips and strategies.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 9: IELTS Test Day

Find out what to bring and how to manage IELTS test day nerves.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 1: Overview of IELTS

Taking IELTS but not sure where to start? Begin your preparation journey with our IELTS video podcast.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 8: IELTS Speaking

Get IELTS Speaking test tips and learn how to boost your band score.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 2: How IELTS is Scored

Find out how your test is marked and how you can improve your IELTS score.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 3: How to prepare for IELTS

Get IELTS study tips and advice on how to plan your test preparation.

IELTS Prepare by IDP - Episode 4: Improving your English before you take IELTS

Get your English skills ready before you take the IELTS test. Learn vocabulary building strategies.

What is your best advice for reducing test day stress?

Despite all the preparation, getting nervous on your test day is common. Mitigate test day stress with tips and advice from our IELTS Expert, Rocco Nigro.

Are marks deducted in Reading and Listening tests for wrong answers?

What is your best strategy for tackling the Reading section?

IELTS band score 7 Masterclass

Could wearing a face mask during my IELTS Speaking affect my score?

IELTS Listening and Reading Masterclass

Do I need to do every practice test to achieve my desired band score?

Don discuss how to achieve a desired band score.

Can I ask for a different Speaking test topic?

15 New Zealand Phrases Every International Student Should Know: What Kiwis Really Mean

Feel less confused and more at home with our student guide to New Zealand English.

The Top 10 Resources in the IELTS Prepare Hub and Who Should Use Them

Explore our most popular IELTS test study materials and discover the tools that best support your goals, learning style and target score.

Taking IELTS for the First Time? Here’s How to Start Your Test Preparation

New to the test? Discover how to start your IELTS preparation with our step-by-step guide.

IELTS Community: Top Questions and Answers from September 2026

Explore this month’s most-viewed FAQs in IELTS Community by IDP, answered by our in-house experts.

How to prepare for IELTS on computer: Practice habits that help you succeed

Practical tips to ace IELTS on computer — typing, screen reading, timed practice and a 2-week plan.

How to improve from IELTS Band 5 to Band 6

Find out how to achieve your visa, university application or career goals with our band 6 study guide.

IELTS on Computer vs TOEFL, PTE and DET: Which English Test Should You Take?

Compare IELTS, TOEFL, PTE & DET to find the right test for you. Discover why IELTS on Computer fits your goals!

How to Prepare for IELTS on Computer with Writing on Paper

Everything you need to know about IELTS on Computer (Writing on Paper) and how to prepare.