Prepare for your IELTS test

Prepare with the co-creator of the IELTS test. A fully personalised preparation course with online 1:1 and group classes. Available 24/7. Get the score you need!

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Our IELTS preparation courses are designed to help you achieve the best possible band score in the academic module of the IELTS test and increase your confidence in all areas of the test.

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Take advantage of our free practice tests to get the IELTS score you need. If you prefer to practice offline, download the tests, blank answer sheets, transcripts and answers from the introductory pages.

This online course connects you with other students to share experiences and tips. It will take you through every stage of the IELTS test, with advice from our team of IELTS educators along the way.

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We particularly recommend two books to help you prepare for your IELTS test. How to prepare for IELTS How to prepare for IELTS is a British Council publication that contains advice, exercises and practice tests for the four components of the test: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. It covers both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. The book comes with a CD containing Listening and Speaking interview extracts. This book is suitable for home study or for use in class.