IELTS (the International English Language Testing System) assesses candidates’ language ability to communicate for work, study or life in an English-speaking country. This test is required around the world by universities, employers and immigration departments.
There are various preparation activities, which can be used.
• Buy IELTS self-study books and materials and look at the previous IELTS practice test papers. It will help you familiarize with the test format and different types of tasks.
• Practise with the British Council IELTS online preparation resources
• Take practice tests under timed conditions
• Download the new IELTS Prep App and prepare for the test
• Register for Road to IELTS, the online IELTS exam preparation course designed by the British Council, available free when you book your test with the British Council.
• Listen to different recordings which can be found online (e.g. BBC Learning English – 6 Minute English)
• Watch videos on YouTube, which show candidates doing the Speaking task (Part 1, 2 and 3)