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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 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.
PreparationThe 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.
PreparationThe 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.
When the going gets tough: 5 tips for re-sitting the IELTS test
Didn't get the IELTS score you needed? Take a look at these tips from our IELTS experts to get you prepared for re-sitting the IELTS test.
PreparationSummary completion in IELTS Academic Reading
Learn how to choose the right words to fill the gaps in summary completion in IELTS Academic Reading.
Build your IELTS Listening test vocabulary
Increase your vocabulary resource by learning the most commonly used words in the IELTS Listening test.
PreparationCấu trúc bài thi IELTS Listening Part 1 và cách ôn luyện hiệu quả
IELTS Listening Part 1 là phần thi dễ nhất trong 4 phần của bài thi Listening. Tìm hiểu chi tiết về phần thi nghe Part 1 trong bài viết sau!