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What is IELTS? All You Need to Know About IELTS

Everything you need to know about the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - why it's important and which test is right for you.

TOEFL or IELTS: Which is the Right Test for me?

31 October 2022 - 14:14
We've put together a list of important things to consider before choosing between IELTS and TOEFL, two of the most widely accepted English language proficiency tests.

Why offer IELTS?

IELTS is the only English language test that is accepted by all of the key immigration authorities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and United States of America.

How to become an IELTS recognising organisation

Accept IELTS as an official standard of English at your university or institution.

IELTS Canada: Guide to moving and living in Canada

Explore moving to Canada with our guide on work culture, education, lifestyle, visa , healthcare, and the importance of IELTS for a smooth transition.

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This Privacy Statement describes how we collect and use your personal information that we obtain when you apply to sit an IELTS test.

Free online IELTS Academic Reading practice test - paper

Practise for your IELTS Reading test with our free practice test.

Free online IELTS Academic Writing practice tests - paper

Practise for your IELTS Writing Test with our free practice test.

Free online IELTS General Training Writing practice test - paper

Practise for your General Training IELTS Writing test.

Looking to work or study in the UK?

IELTS for UKVI (Academic and General Training) and IELTS for UKVI Life Skills are approved Secure English language tests (SELT) by the UK Home Office for visa applications to the UK.
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