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Important Updates to IELTS Test Report Forms for UKVI

IELTS Test Report Forms (TRFs) for tests taken for IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) tests have been updated.

30 August 2024
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Faster results with IELTS

Now IELTS results are faster than ever! With IELTS on computer, your results are typically available within one day.

14 August 2024
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Understanding the IELTS test: Is there a pass or fail in IELTS?

Learn from our IELTS Experts as they talk about how there are no pass or fail scores in the IELTS test.

09 September 2024
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Capitalisation: When to Use Big Letters in English

Learn about the capitalisation rules in English and improve your IELTS Writing scores.

09 September 2024
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Comparing IELTS Speaking band scores: Band 4 vs Band 5

Learn the difference between a Band 4 and Band 5 performance in the IELTS Speaking test.

04 September 2024
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Mastering IELTS Speaking: Enhancing fluency and coherence

Learn effective strategies to help you enhance your fluency and coherence, and impress the examiners during your IELTS Speaking test.

03 September 2024
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Comparing IELTS Speaking band scores: Band 6 vs Band 7

Understand the difference between a Band 6 and Band 7 performance in the IELTS Speaking test.

02 September 2024
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Understanding an IELTS 4.0 band score: Grammatical Range and Accuracy

Learn how a band 4 test taker uses grammatical structures, their common mistakes, plus: tips on how to move from an IELTS band 4 to a band 5.

29 August 2024

IELTS One Skill Retake now accepted at all New Zealand Universities!

All New Zealand Universities now accept IELTS One Skill Retake! Choose IELTS, the only major test to offer One Skill Retake,

07 August 2024
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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.

02 July 2024
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