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British or American English in the IELTS Test?

25 January 2024 - 12:31
Do I use British or American English in the IELTS test? In this article you learn about the differences between the two and know if one of them is favoured in IELTS.

IELTS General Training: Your Path to Professional Success

Master English for global opportunities with IELTS General Training. Choose the British Council for support and resources to unlock promotions abroad.

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Good Vibes: An IELTS Success Story

27 May 2024 - 11:13
Discover Ofelia's inspiring journey from Lima, Peru, to studying in Canada. Learn how her determination, preparation, and IELTS with the British Council paved her path to success.

Know Your English Level: How CEFR Can Improve Your IELTS Score

22 May 2024 - 12:00
Learn how to know your English level using the CEFR framework. Discover CEFR levels, their IELTS scores equivalents, and the importance of measuring your English proficiency.

Preparing for IELTS: 10 techniques for the most effective test preparation

03 June 2024 - 10:56
Preparing for the IELTS test is essential for success. Learn 10 effective test preparation techniques to boost your confidence and achieve your goals with IELTS.

Vocabulary for IELTS: Top Tips to Boost Your Score

10 September 2024 - 16:16
Boost your IELTS score by improving your vocabulary. Learn essential tips and strategies to expand your word knowledge for success in all four test sections. Start preparing today!

IELTS for UKVI Life Skills practice tests

British Council offers expert advice on how to prepare for the IELTS for UKVI Life Skills test.

IELTS Online instruction videos

We’ve created a few videos to ensure you have a smooth test day journey. IELTS Online tutorial: This shows how to answer the different question types during your test and how to use some key features of the Inspera Integrity Browser.IELTS Online - How to set up your space: This video expla
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