IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

Preparation

IELTS (International English Language Testing System)

IELTS Guide for Test Takers

A guide to the test with advice on preparing for the test tips for your test day and useful links.

Download the IELTS Guide for Test Takers

Frequently asked questions

Download IELTS General Training FAQs

Download IELTS Academic FAQs

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Preparation

We develop and write the IELTS test. This means we’re best placed to provide you with useful IELTS resources to help get you ready for test day.

Free: Paper-based sample tests

Download IELTS sample paper

There are also lots of free sample test questions on the IELTS website – just select which paper you would like to practise.

Free IELTS sample test questions

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Additional preparation materials

Choose from coursebooks, practice tests and supplementary materials, all written by our IELTS experts.

Mindset for IELTS

This 4-level course offers a unique blend of print and online content that guides students through all the skills and strategies they need to prepare fully for test day.

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