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IELTS Speaking: What skills are you tested for and how useful are they in real life?
Learn about the different kinds of skills you are tested for while sitting an IELTS Speaking test.
IELTS Free Practice Test: Academic and General
Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.
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Mastering context clues for success in the IELTS Reading test
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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Minimum IELTS score to work in the UK and get PR in 2025
Here are the IELTS requirements you’ll need to work and live in the UK. Find out what scores are necessary for each of the various visas you can apply for!
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IELTS Speaking Test: X Things to Avoid Saying and Doing
Could these topics and questions be hurting your score in the IELTS Speaking test? Get these tips from IDP.
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Why IELTS Listening is difficult – how to ace it
The IELTS listening test isn’t as hard as it seems. Here are 5 techniques to help guide you towards a higher score!
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Essential Grammar Rules to Know for Your IELTS Exam
Master essential English grammar rules for your IELTS test with IDP's comprehensive preparation materials online, classes, and expert tips for success.
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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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IELTS Writing Task 2: tips for structuring a discussion essay effectively
Master the IELTS Writing Task 2 with our guide on structuring arguments effectively. Elevate your discussion essay writing skills for higher scores.
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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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