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Best way to prepare for IELTS

The best way to prepare for IELTS

SEPTEMBER 2020

The IELTS test is critically important for most people — but how are you preparing? Learn the difference between studying hard and studying smart, and the best study habits.
IELTS suspended by the impact of the coronavirus

IELTS suspended. What should I do?

APRIL 2020

We look at some questions raised by the impact of the coronavirus on IELTS. Has your test been suspended? How can you find out? How does this affect your IELTS preparation?
Preparing for computer-delivered IELTS

Preparing for computer-delivered IELTS

MARCH 2020

We cover three key areas: basic info about CD IELTS; how CD IELTS differs from paper-based IELTS; and, most importantly, where you can get a free computer-based IELTS test.
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