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IELTS Writing Task 1 & 2: how to write with clarity and conciseness
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Unlock the secrets to improving your IELTS Reading score with our guide on mastering context clues, enhancing comprehension, and avoiding common pitfalls.
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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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PTE vs IELTS: which is the easier English test?
Unsure of which English language proficiency test to migrate to Australia? This will help you decide.
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Overcoming the fear of English conversations
Discover tips to overcome English speaking fears, boost your conversational skills, and practise for the IELTS Speaking test with IDP's resources.
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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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The ultimate guide to figures of speech in everyday English and IELTS
Learn how to use figures of speech like similes, metaphors, and more (with examples) to enhance your English skills and excel in your IELTS.
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Test day transfers and cancellations
Learn about the IELTS cancellation and refund policy, and the steps you need to take to change your test date.