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Canada expands Student Direct Stream in the Americas
Faster study permit applications option is now available to students in seven Caribbean, Central and South American countries.
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New milestone for IELTS
IELTS test results are now accepted by more than 12,000 organisations across the globe.
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Free vaccinations for international students in England
All international students aged 18 and above eligible under the scheme.
Introducing IELTS Prepare: your exam preparation hub
We are proud to announce the launch of IELTS Prepare – one-stop-shop for all official IDP IELTS preparation materials.
5 reasons why IELTS is the top-choice of test takers worldwide
What makes IELTS so popular? For over 30 years, students, aspiring migrants and jobseekers have placed their trust in IELTS.
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ComparisonDo I need to take IELTS Academic or General Training?
We take a closer look at the IELTS Academic and General Training tests to help you decide which test is right for you.
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PreparationQuestion types in the IELTS Academic Writing test
Find out about the questions you might get in the IELTS Academic test. Add them to your study plan to ensure you succeed in your IELTS test.
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IELTS General Training Reading free practice questions
Get your IELTS preparation off on the right foot and add our free sample questions for General Training Reading to your IELTS study plan.
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PronunciationIELTS Speaking: AI vs face-to-face speaking with an examiner
Learn about the key advantages of taking your IELTS Speaking test face-to-face with a qualified IELTS examiner.
Test dayHow to skim and scan for keywords in your IELTS test
Let our IELTS Experts walk you through how to skim, scan and look for keywords in your IELTS Reading test.
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