EZIELTS

General Techniques (Tips)

 

 

 

Step 1

 

Improve your English

 

It takes time to learn a language and one of the very best ways to learn is to take an English language course. The feedback you receive from your teacher will help you improve the specific skills involved in speaking, listening, reading and writing English.

 

Use your English every day. Read, speak, listen and write in English as often as you can. This is a proven way to improve your English and therefore your IELTS score.

 

Speak English with your friends and family

Listen to English language radio, television and film. Try to listen to a variety of English accents including American, Australian, British, Canadian and New Zealand.

Read English publications wherever possible.

Write letters, emails or notes in English to practise your written skills.

 

 

 

Step 2

 

 

Understand the test format and rules

 

 

Familiarise yourself with the test format – Remember that there are two versions of IELTS – IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. The Listening and the Speaking components are the same for both tests but the Reading and the Writing components are different. 

 

Read the Information for candidates booklet which provides essential information about how to respond correctly to each part of Read the Notice to candidates.

Get to know what each level on the IELTS band score table means.

Understand what the examiners are looking for in the Speaking and Writing tests by reading the assessment criteria. 

Get the facts. Don't believe myths and rumours about the test. They will only distract you.

 

 

 

Step 3

 

 

Practise sample questions

 

 

Download and practise taking sample IELTS exam questions. As IELTS is timed, it is critical that you practice as many sample exam questions as possible and work to build up your speed. You can find a vast variety of practise material on this website.

 

Practise the test using these free IELTS test sample questions.

There is a wide range of IELTS materials available on this ewebsite or you can purchase it from a variety of publishers. 

In addition to practising sample questions you may also wish to consider taking an IELTS preparation course. A preparation course will help you:

 

practise the type of tasks included in an IELTS test (e.g. a short essay/letter for the Writing test)  

get feedback on your answers to practice questions

become more confident in your test-taking skills

help you decide if you are ready to take your IELTS test

 

 

Apply here for the IELTS preparation course.

 

 

Step 4

 

Try to feel relaxed on the day before your test

 

 

On the day before your test, take the time to refresh your memory of the test rules, test format and location so that you feel as relaxed as possible.

 

Read the Information for candidates booklet again - this contains essential information to help you do your best.

Make sure you know the test rules – read the Notice to Candidates 

Get plenty of rest the night before your test.

Plan your journey − ensure you are familiar with the location of the test venue and know how you are going to get there so that you arrive on time.

 

 

 

 

 

More Practice Material

 

 

Listening Practice;

 

Some Listening Exercises

 

 

Witing Practice;

 

(a) General

Section 1 (letter writing)

Section 2 (Essay Writing)

 

(b) Academic

Section 1 (Report Writing)

Section 2 (Essay Writing)

 

 

Reading Practice;

 

Sample Passages (1) 

Sample Passages (2) 

 

 

Speaking Practice;

 

Sample Speaking Tests (1) 

Sample Speaking Tests (2) 

 

       Model Answers for Part 1

       Model Answers for Part 2

       Model Answers for Part 3

 

 

 

Cambridge's Sample Tests