Are you looking for practices and tips to help you do well in IELTS?

Be well prepared for the IELTS test with the British Council’s free online course 'Understanding IELTS: Techniques for English Language Tests'.

Starting on 5 February, this 6-week course will help students taking the IELTS test, students planning to study or work abroad or those looking for professional development locally, to prepare well for the IELTS test.  

Each week will focus on a component of the IELTS test — reading, writing, speaking and listening, and include exercises to check you are on track with the four English skills.

As the course takes you through each component of IELTS, you will become familiar with what to expect in the test, have a chance to practise your English and get expert tips on how to reach your goals.  

Course schedule
Week 1 Meet the Educators and share your feelings about exams. Get an overview of IELTS test 
Week 2 Speaking – tips to improve your speaking.  An opportunity to understand the speaking assessment criteria
Week 3 Listening
Week 4 Writing – general training and tips to improve your writing. Listen to a teacher giving feedback on a student’s writing
Week 5 Reading
Week 6 Academic Writing – tips on what many people find to be the most challenging part of the IELTS test

Sign up today and prepare for IELTS with confidence.