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Study Portals

Studyportals is a comprehensive global platform that connects students with educational opportunities across the world.For more information, please visit their website.

Choosing the right test for your students

There are different IELTS tests that your students can take. The test they choose will depend on where they want to go. Learn more about IELTS tests here.

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If you would like to talk to someone about IELTS, you can contact one of our worldwide customer service teams by choosing a country where you intend to take the test.

IELTS for UKVI (Academic) on computer

A limited number of test centres are now offering the IELTS for UK Visas and Immigration (Academic) on computer.

IELTS on computer - Academic / General Training Listening test

We have provided sample questions so you can familiarise yourself with the Listening part of the IELTS on computer test.

Teach IELTS videos

Watch these helpful IELTS videos for teachers and discover useful teaching tips for delivering successful lessons.

Academic Reading - section 1 practice test

This is the first section of your IELTS Reading test. You should spend about twenty minutes on it.

Academic Reading - section 3 practice test

This is the third section of your IELTS Academic Reading test. You should spend about twenty minutes on it.

IELTS practice General Training Writing test - Task 2

This is the second section of your IELTS General Training Writing test. You should spend about 40 minutes on it.

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