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IDP IELTS Phitsanulok Roadshow 2025
Join the study abroad seminar in Phitsanulok with IDP! Get expert IELTS Writing tips, discover scholarships and exclusive promotions for 2025–2026.

Effective time management strategies for IELTS
Discover time management strategies tailored for each IELTS test. Learn how to efficiently manage time constraints with IDP.

Navigating Beyond the Intermediate English Language Learning Hurdle
So you’ve learnt the basics of English, but are not quite fluent yet? Here are some effective strategies to overcome this plateau.

Active Listening and Note-Taking Skills You Need for IELTS
Taking the IELTS Listening test? Learn how active listening and smart note-taking skills can boost your time management and the accuracy of your answers.

IELTS Academic Writing free practice questions
Download our free Academic Writing sample question and familiarise yourself with the questions you might get on test day.

When to opt for IELTS over other English tests
Discover scenarios where IELTS is the preferred English proficiency certificate.

Best IELTS writing tips for high-scoring essays
Need to boost your IELTS Writing score? This guide provides expert tips and strategies to help you excel and achieve your desired results.

Why IELTS Listening is difficult – how to ace it
The IELTS listening test isn’t as hard as it seems. Here are 5 tactics to help guide you towards a higher score!

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

Podcasts and audiobooks: the modern way to master English
How to improve your English through podcasts and audiobooks