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Applying for your Australian student visa: this is how IELTS can help
Find out how a good IELTS score matters for student visa applications in Australia so you can make the most of the new MD111 rules.

How do I know if I am ready for IELTS?
Prepare for the IELTS test with confidence! Learn how to prepare effectively and discover key signs that indicate your readiness to excel in all test sections.

5 IELTS self-study tips to ace the test without breaking the bank
Preparing for IELTS on a tighter budget? These 5 tips can help you save money by preparing and self-studying for IELTS for almost free. Read on!

Minimum IELTS score to study in New Zealand universities in 2025
Looking to study in New Zealand? Here are the IELTS scores required to enter the university of your dreams!

Your Ambition, Your Story, Your Award!
Tell us your story and you could receive one of eight USD $5,000 IDP IELTS Future Awards to help shape your future.

IELTS Writing test: a comprehensive guide to achieving a Band 9
Master the IELTS Writing test with our guide. From understanding scoring criteria to test-day strategies and IDP's resources, target band 9 with confidence.

IELTS preparation: do you need an online course provider?
Identify key criteria for selecting an online IELTS preparation course for effective practice in reading, writing, listening, and speaking tests.

Building confidence in English: daily habits for continued improvement
Daily habits for building confidence in English

Podcasts and audiobooks: the modern way to master English
How to improve your English through podcasts and audiobooks

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.
