Official Free Resources
- IELTS.org: Official free practice tests, sample questions, and band descriptors
- Pearson PTE Practice App: Free official PTE practice materials (app and web)
- British Council IELTS: Free sample papers and preparation resources
YouTube Channels (Free)
- IELTS Simon (ielts-simon.com): Daily lessons for all four skills. Simon's approach to Task 1 and 2 writing is clear and reliable.
- IELTS Liz: Comprehensive free lessons organised by skill and question type.
- E2 Language: Both IELTS and PTE preparation. Clear worked examples.
- BBC Learning English (bbclearningenglish.com): Daily news-based English learning. Excellent for expanding vocabulary and listening to natural British English.
Practice Tools
- Cambridge IELTS Practice Books 1–18: Official test material. Buy used or borrow from university library.
- Grammarly (free version): Paste your writing practice essays in for grammar feedback.
- ELSA Speak (app): AI pronunciation trainer — gives pronunciation scores and specific feedback on individual phonemes.
Language Exchange
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