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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.
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Free access to IELTS online preparation course
Book your IELTS test with a participating test centre and get free access to an online preparation course for 30 days.
The A to Z of IELTS: F is for Free Preparation Material
At IDP, we offer a wide variety of free preparation materials and information to help test takers improve their chances in their upcoming test.
The A to Z of IELTS: E is for Essays
Preparing for IELTS Writing? Read this article on the different types of essays you are likely to encounter in the test.
Introducing IELTS Prepare
We are proud to announce the launch of IELTS Prepare – a 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.
Free access to IELTS preparation course online
Book your IELTS test with a participating test centre and get free access to an online preparation course for 30 days.
How to successfully book an IDP IELTS test
Find out how to book your IELTS test and key documents you need to successfully complete the process.