IELTS Articles & Guides
Everything you need for IELTS preparation in one place. Browse our guides on score requirements, test comparisons, preparation strategies, and recommended resources.
Score Requirements & Immigration
IELTS University Requirements
Minimum scores for 38 top universities across 6 regions.
Browse Universities by Country
Find IELTS requirements for 130+ universities in 23 countries.
IELTS for Immigration
Minimum scores for immigration to Canada, Australia, UK, and 5 more countries.
IELTS for Work Visas
Work visa IELTS requirements across 8 countries and 20+ visa programs.
IELTS for Permanent Residency
How IELTS scores translate to immigration points in Canada, Australia, NZ, and more.
Score Equivalency Chart
Compare IELTS to TOEFL, PTE, CEFR, Cambridge, Duolingo, and CLB.
Test Comparisons
Preparation & Study Resources
40 Preparation Tips & Strategies
Expert tips covering Reading, Listening, Writing, and Speaking.
Reading Guide — 14 Strategies
Time management, question types, and core reading skills for Band 7+.
Listening Guide
Expert strategies for all listening question types and note-taking.
Speaking Guide — 10 Strategies
Fluency, pronunciation, and Part 1/2/3 techniques for Band 7+.
Writing Task 2 Guide
Essay structure, introductions, and 7 strategies examiners look for.
Writing Task 1 — Academic
How to describe charts, graphs, maps, and processes.
Writing Task 1 — General Training
Letter writing strategies for formal, semi-formal, and informal tasks.
100 Preparation Books
Verified list of IELTS books from Cambridge, Collins, Barron's, and more.