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This IELTS Academic preparation plan outlines a 6-week strategy to improve scores from 7.0 to at least 8.0, focusing on Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. It includes a weekly schedule of 15-18 hours, emphasizing diagnostic tests, strategy improvement, and mock tests. Resources such as Cambridge IELTS books and online platforms are recommended for practice and feedback.

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This IELTS Academic preparation plan outlines a 6-week strategy to improve scores from 7.0 to at least 8.0, focusing on Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. It includes a weekly schedule of 15-18 hours, emphasizing diagnostic tests, strategy improvement, and mock tests. Resources such as Cambridge IELTS books and online platforms are recommended for practice and feedback.

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IELTS Academic (Computer-Based)

Preparation Plan
You have 1.5 months (~6 weeks) to raise your IELTS Academic score from 7.0 to a
minimum of 8.0. This plan focuses on refining high-scoring areas, eliminating small errors
in Writing & Speaking, and becoming fully familiar with the computer-based test format.

🎯 Target Score Breakdown


Section Target Score

Listening 8.5

Reading 8.5

Writing 7.5–8.0

Speaking 7.5–8.0

6-Week IELTS Academic Study Plan (Computer-Based)


Weekly Schedule:
- Hours/week: 15–18 (2–3 hours/day, 5–6 days/week)
- Format: Focus days + Simulation day + Review day

WEEK 1–2: Diagnostic & Foundation Polish


 🎧 Listening

 Do 2 full listening tests/week (Cambridge IELTS 10–18)


 Practice listening with transcripts (shadowing + note-taking)
 Focus: Multiple-choice, matching, maps/diagrams

 📖 Reading

 2 full tests/week (timed)


 Practice skimming/scanning techniques
 Focus: Headings matching, T/F/NG, detail location

 ✍️Writing

 Analyze Band 8–9 essays (Task 1 + 2)


 Write 2 essays/week with self-correction + feedback
 Learn advanced linking words and lexical resource
 Speaking

 Record 2–3 mock interviews/week


 Focus: fluency and pronunciation
 Prepare ideas for Part 2 topics (cue cards)

 💻 Computer Practice

 Familiarize with IELTS computer format via:


- IELTS.org practice tests
- Macquarie IELTS app

WEEK 3–4: Strategy & Output Improvement


 Listening & Reading

 Review all mistakes with answer analysis


 Start working on speed + accuracy
 Use British Council and BBC resources (podcasts, documentaries)

 Writing

 Write 3–4 essays/week


 Do 1 timed writing session each week (60 min full test)
 Focus: clear topic sentences, coherence, task response

 Speaking

 Partner or tutor for feedback (or daily voice recordings)


 Practice Part 3 (abstract discussion) and improve cohesion

 Computer Familiarity

 Simulate full L + R tests on screen


 Practice typing for writing (aim for >35 wpm comfortably)

WEEK 5–6: Test Simulation & Refinement


 Mock Tests

 Take 1 full mock test/week (all four sections)


 Evaluate with band descriptors
 Review mistakes within 24h

 Writing

 Focus on trimming minor errors


 Use Grammarly, ChatGPT, or a tutor for detailed feedback
 Work on paraphrasing, strong introductions/conclusions
 Speaking

 Mock interviews under test conditions


 Focus on: extending answers, lexical resource, stress/intonation

 Final Week

 Light review
 Rest and confidence-building
 Practice at the same time as your real test

🔧 Tools & Resources


 Cambridge IELTS Books (10–18) – Essential for real test practice
 IELTS Liz, Simon, or E2 IELTS – Strategy & sample answers
 Write & Improve (Cambridge) – Automated writing feedback
 BBC Learning English / TED Talks – Listening practice
 IELTS Buddy, IELTS Advantage – Writing samples and breakdowns

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