How I Scored 8.5 in Reading on My First IELTS Attempt – Study Plan & Resources

📅 Exam Date: 23rd September 2023 🏛 Exam Body: British Council 📖 Exam Type: IELTS Academic 🔹 Preparation Time: 1 month (First Attempt)

1. My IELTS Scores

✅ Listening: 7.5 ✅ Reading: 8.5 ✅ Writing: 7.5 ✅ Speaking: 7.5

I am incredibly grateful for this achievement! This forum has been a source of motivation throughout my preparation. I often visited to read exam tips, preparation strategies, and recommended materials, which helped me give my best effort.

Exceeding the minimum score required for my master’s application (7.0 in each section) is a huge relief, and I am beyond satisfied with my results.

2. Study Materials I Used

📌 Cambridge IELTS Academic Practice Tests (Volumes 16-18) – For real exam practice. 📌 British Council GEL IELTS Premium Website – Free access after registration, great for strategies & practice. 📌 Rachel Mitchell’s Band 8.0 Strategy Books – Four books covering Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. 📌 IELTS Liz Website & Videos – Helpful insights on all test sections. 📌 IELTS Buddy Textbooks – Focused guides for Writing Task 1 & 2.

3. Final Words

To everyone still waiting for their results or preparing for the exam – stay focused and trust the process! Best of luck! 🎉

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