IELTS Ireland

How to successfully book an IDP IELTS test

If you are ready to book your IELTS but are not sure what you need to successfully complete the process, read on to find out and get your work, study or migration goals on track.

IELTS Speaking: AI vs face-to-face speaking with an examiner

Unlike other English-language tests that use AI machines to assess your speaking skills, your IELTS Speaking test is completed in a quiet room with a qualified IELTS examiner. Find out why a face-to-face Speaking test is unbiased and what you should expect on test day.

IELTS Writing Task 2: How to write a good conclusion

The conclusion is an important part of your IELTS Writing Task 2 response. A good conclusion is not just a summary of information presented in your essay, but also helps emphasise the importance of the main points or opinions in your essay and gives the reader a sense of closure.

IELTS Academic and General free practice tests

Take a closer look at our IELTS sample questions and get a better idea of the questions you might encounter on test day. Add these free sample questions to your IELTS study plan to help you prepare.

Question types in the IELTS Speaking test

The Speaking test will assess your use of spoken English. The test will last between 11 and 14 minutes where you will discuss a variety of topics with an IELTS examiner. Your test will take place in a quiet room with an examiner who will encourage you to keep speaking.

IELTS Speaking free practice questions

Take a closer look at IELTS Speaking test and get a better idea of the questions you might encounter on test day. Add these free IELTS practice tests to your IELTS study plan to help you prepare.

How to use mind maps to build your vocabulary resource for IELTS

When we learn a language, not only do we learn words and phrases that relate to everyday survival, we also pick up language related to everyday topics, things that are happening in the world around us. When you prepare for an IELTS test, you need to get familiar with a wider range of topics to […]

Using discourse markers to communicate in IELTS Speaking

In the IELTS test, speaking in a fluent and coherent manner is key to communicating your ideas. So today, we will take a look at what fluency and coherence is, and will focus on the importance of using discourse markers in the IELTS Speaking test.