Prepare for your IELTS test

Start your IELTS test preparation today

Prepare for your IELTS test with a range of free resources from the British Council. Below you’ll find videos and online lessons, as well as preparation books, face-to-face courses, seminars and workshops. Choose the preparation materials that suit you and start getting ready for your IELTS test today.

IELTS preparation materials and courses

IELTS Coach: learn online with the experts

Prepare with the co-creator of the IELTS test. A fully personalised preparation course with online 1:1 and group classes. Available 24/7. Get the score you need!

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Own your future with IELTS Ready Premium. The course offers you a comprehensive range of resources and features adapted to your IELTS preparation.

IELTS one day preparation courses

Do you want to maximise your performance in each part of the IELTS test? The British Council offers IELTS preparation workshops to help you do so.

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IELTS preparatory workshop

Our one-day IELTS workshop familiarises you with the IELTS test format. By knowing what the test involves you will be able to perform more confidently on the day.

Free IELTS preparation apps from the British Council

No matter where and when you want to prepare for your IELTS test - with our free preparation apps you can do it anywhere, anytime!

Free IELTS Practice Tests

Take advantage of our free practice tests to get the IELTS score you need. If you prefer to practice offline, download the tests, blank answer sheets, transcripts and answers from the introductory pages.

IELTS books

We particularly recommend several books to help you prepare for your IELTS test.

Free IELTS Video Tutorials

Prepare for your IELTS test with our videos.