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Minimum IELTS score to study in Australia universities in 2025
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Your Australian dream is still possible: guide to securing a student visa with IELTS today
Australia’s student visa rules have changed, but your dreams to study abroad have not. This is how you can still submit a strong visa application.

Overcoming the fear of English conversations
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Effective time management strategies for IELTS
Discover time management strategies tailored for each IELTS test. Learn how to efficiently manage time constraints with IDP.

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.

How IELTS and IDP help students achieve their dreams of studying abroad
Learn how IELTS and IDP have helped students study abroad. Read our test-taker reviews and get expert tips for achieving top results.

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.

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!

IELTS test tips: how to ace Speaking Task 2
Elevate your IELTS speaking skills with our expert guide to Task 2. Get IELTS preparation tips, practice strategies, and access our free online test.

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.
