Contents
- T-12 weeks - diagnostic test
- T-11 - four separate profiles
- T-10 and T-9 - Mechanics of the exam
- T-8 and T-7 - repair of weak skills
- T-6 - Turn on the timer
- T-5 - error log
- T-4 and T-2 complete mock tests
- Last week.
- Signs of readiness
Preparation for IELTS is more convenient to start from the end: from the date of the exam and the target result. IELTS includes Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking; the format and requirements should be studied separately from General English.
T-12 weeks - diagnostic test
Perform the training option in conditions as close as possible to the real: without a dictionary and unnecessary pauses. The goal is not a beautiful result, but an honest starting point.
T-11 - four separate profiles
| Skills | What to measure | Typical problem |
|---|---|---|
| Listening | Errors by type of task | Key information is being lost |
| Reading | Accuracy + time | Too long on one text. |
| Writing | Criteria + structure | Weak response development |
| Speaking | Fluency, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation | Short or memorized answers |
T-10 and T-9 - Mechanics of the exam
- study the types of tasks;
- Read the official instructions;
- See official sample tasks;
- Understand the Speaking and Writing criteria;
- Identify Academic or General Training.
T-8 and T-7 - repair of weak skills
You don’t have to write a full sample every day. Work in blocks: one type of Reading, one listening problem, one writing structure, one speaking skill.
T-6 - Turn on the timer
- First, complete the task without a hard time.
- Discover the mistake.
- Repeat the same with the timer.
- Compare quality and speed.
T-5 - error log
| Mistake. | Reason. | What to train |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong answer. | I don't understand paraphrasing. | Synonyms/paraphrase |
| I didn't. | Stuck on the question. | Time strategy |
| Writing weak | Didn't develop an argument. | Idea development |
T-4 and T-2 complete mock tests
Now individual skills are collected in a long load. Compare stability, not one record result.
Last week.
- Don’t try to learn hundreds of smart words.
- repeat the format;
- Pass your frequent mistakes;
- maintain normal sleep;
- Check the organizational requirements of the exam.
Signs of readiness
- You know the structure of the test.
- You understand the target band.
- You're in time.
- You know repeated mistakes.
- You have a strategy for a difficult task.
- The result in training is relatively stable.
The IELTS format and criteria should always be checked with the official website before the exam, because organizational details can be updated.
What to read and do next
- What IELTS Score Do You Need? Understanding Bands 5.5 to 7.0+
- IELTS Speaking: How to Answer Naturally Instead of Memorizing Scripts
- English Levels A1 to C2 Explained: Chart and Quick Self-Assessment
- How to Make a Personal Study Plan with AI in 20 Minutes
- Selecting a teacher
- RALMIX Courses
- English at RALMIX
