Stay informed with the latest news items and discover IELTS blogs to help you along with your preparation. Learn from our IELTS Experts, find updates on administrative changes to the IELTS test, catch up our latest events, upcoming conferences and new test venues.
Familiarise yourself with test types, take advantage of the free support tools on offer. And let our Experts help you get the IELTS score you need, from preparation advice to a breakdown of the test parts, what to expect on test day and everything in between. You will find resources to help you prepare for both the Academic and General Training tests.
Staying informed of what to expect on test day and putting the tips and advice here into practice will lead to IELTS success!
View IELTS news and articles

Why IELTS Speaking is difficult – how to ace it
Acing your IELTS speaking test isn’t tough, here’s a roadmap to guide you through the pitfalls and how to overcome them!

Why IELTS Writing is difficult: how to score well
Scoring well in your IELTS writing test doesn’t have to be tough. Here are 5 things you should understand and act on.

Planning Your IELTS Study Schedule: Tips for Effective Time Management
Learn to plan your IELTS study methods with our guide to managing your time while balancing all sections for a well-rounded, strategic learning approach.

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.

Introducing the New IELTS Prepare Hub: Everything You Need to Succeed
Prepare smarter, not harder, with our new IELTS Prepare Hub.

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: 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.

Australian vs British vs American English
Discover the key differences between the three types of English: America, British and Australian.

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.

IELTS Listening: What skills are you tested for and how useful are they in real life?
Your Listening test isn’t just a mandatory section of your overall IELTS test to get through, an essential life skill is being evaluated here!