3 Things You Must Do Before Your IELTS Exam

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You've been studying hard for months and your IELTS exam is now just a matter of weeks away. Whether you are feeling confident or apprehensive, there are some things you MUST do to make sure you are prepared and ready on your exam day. Familiarising yourself with exactly what will happen on the day of your exam can also help you feel more relaxed immediately before the test. 

1. Take care of your physical health 

Eating and sleeping well are fundamental elements of a healthy lifestyle, but they become even more important before your IELTS test. The IELTS exam is very long. The IELTS test takes 3 hours in total to complete and the exam tasks will require your full attention and ability to concentrate for an extended period. Being well rested and making sure you have eaten a substantial breakfast the morning of your exam, will give you the best possible chance of maximising your results. 

Drinking enough water in the days before your exam are very important. It is well-known that the human brain functions better when it is hydrated. Taking water into your IELTS exam is also recommended as you will be sitting for an extended period of time. You will also be allowed to take a water bottle with you into your exam as long as it is in a transparent bottle.

2. Check (and double check) your ID documents 

 

 

If you don't have your ID you won't be allowed to sit your exam. Check with your exam centre exactly what documentation or proof of ID is required, pack it with your house keys the night before and double check that you have it with you before you leave. It would be an expensive shame to have studied so hard only to be turned away at the door.

3. Go to the toilet

It takes 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete the listening, reading and writing tests and there are no breaks in between. Make sure that going to the toilet is the last thing you do before you enter the exam room!

 

Remember, you can't fail the IELTS exam and you can take the test as many times as you like. If worst comes to worst and you don't perform as well as you'd hoped, it's not the end of the world and it is valuable experience to help you get a better score next time.

 

Have you taken the IELTS exam recently? I would love to hear from you. Share your experiences, successes and tips for other IELTS students in the comments!