Candidates booking the IDP IELTS test, both Academic and General Training will receive free access to a high-quality online preparation course from Macquarie University, a world-leading educational institution, at no extra cost, helping boost confidence and readiness before test day.
You can choose from two free preparation options to match your study style:
30-day access to focus on practicing a specific skill of your choice (Listening, Reading, Writing, or Speaking)
4-day access to unlock full content and practice all 4 skills comprehensively
Designed to cater to test-takers of all levels, this course consolidates comprehensive learning materials:
Over 60 expert tutorial videos on test techniques and strategies
Over 100–150 practice exercises, sample questions, quizzes, and grammar/vocabulary lessons
Writing and Speaking sample responses with detailed scoring criteria analysis
Realistic mock tests to assess your language proficiency level and practise time management in advance

Steps to Claim Access for IDP IELTS Candidates
After completing your IDP IELTS test payment, the system will automatically send a confirmation email with a link to access the course. You can activate your access immediately through the following steps:
Check your confirmation email with the subject line "Confirmation Online Preparation Course" from IDP
Click the access button and select your test module between Academic or General Training
Select your preferred duration package: 30 days for 1 skill or 4 days for all skills
Create a new password using the same email address registered for your IELTS test booking
Click confirm to log in and start your online preparation course immediately
Don't miss out on these exclusive privileges! Book your IELTS test with IDP today. In addition to free access to the Macquarie University preparation course, test-takers will also receive a wealth of exclusive preparation materials and resources, including:
IELTS Speaking Mock Test: Online Speaking practice sessions with expert native English-speaking tutors
IELTS 4 Parts Guide Books / Ebooks: Comprehensive 4-part preparation ebooks (in English) covering both Academic and General Training modules
IELTS E-Vocab: Over 100+ essential IELTS vocabulary words complete with sample practice questions for real-world application
