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7 myths about the IELTS Writing test to dispel
Want to give yourself the best chance of a high band score in IELTS Writing? Then take our advice and don’t believe these 7 myths.
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9 myths about the IELTS Listening test you should not believe!
There is a lot of conjecture out there about the IELTS Listening test. In this article we debunk some common misconceptions.
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Migration: Nursing in New Zealand
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IELTS Academic Reading free sample questions
Get access to free sample questions for Academic Reading. It’s perfect for improving your English-language skills and prepare for test day.
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Question types in the General Training Reading test
Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS General Training before sitting your test.
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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.
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Question types in the Academic Reading test
Make sure you familiarise yourself with the questions you might get in IELTS Academic before sitting your test.
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Idioms A-Z: Explained - Part 1
When it comes to idioms, you’ll probably understand every word, but you might have trouble interpreting the meaning.
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A fun game to practice for Academic Writing Task 1
How do you practise for your Academic Writing Task 1? He’s a tip to practise with a friend.
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IELTS Academic and General free practice tests
Prepare for IELTS with these free practice tests and answers for Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading.