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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.
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Myths about IELTS and other English proficiency tests
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IELTS for Canadian Student Visa: Which New Rules Apply
Find out the latest study permit news for Canada and how IELTS can help, from university to post-study.
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Australia raises student enrolment cap in 2026: more opportunities for Southeast Asian students
Australia has announced its 2026 target to enroll more international students from Southeast Asia. Now’s the time to take your IELTS to study in Australia.
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ImmigrationPTE vs IELTS for Canada PR - here’s which to take
Is IELTS a better choice vs PTE to migrate to Canada? Find out which language test to choose!
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Daily habits for building confidence in English
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Preparation9 myths about the IELTS Speaking test to debunk
It's time to separate fact from fiction and see how the IELTS Speaking test is actually marked.
Australian vs British vs American English
Discover the key differences between the three types of English: America, British and Australian.
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Your Journey to the IELTS Exam: The Key Mistakes You Should Avoid As A Beginner
Begin your IELTS prep the right way with IDP! Discover common errors in our beginner’s guide and master the IELTS test with confidence.
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Top 10 movies to watch to master English
Improve your English with our top movie picks! Learn which films to put on your watchlist, and how you can get more expert guidance for your IELTS test.
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