IELTS Two Week Targeted Study Plan

Introduction: Starting Your IELTS Journey

Deciding on a clear target score and test date is your first step toward success. Over the next two weeks, dedicate focused daily sessions to assess your current level, build efficient routines, and practice under test-like conditions. Consistent effort—rather than marathon study sessions—yields better retention and confidence.

Quick Overview

• Day 1–2: Baseline assessment in all four skills
• Day 3–6: Time management drills and pacing tactics
• Day 7–11: Deep dives into reading, listening, writing, and speaking
• Day 12–14: Final skills review, error logging, and section simulations

Phase 1: Skill Assessment

Core Concept: Pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses to direct study time efficiently.

• Complete a timed diagnostic test covering Listening Parts 1–4, Reading Sections 1–3, Writing Tasks 1–2, and Speaking Parts 1–3 in one block.
• Use Lingo Copilot for estimated band scores and to identify patterns in grammar or vocabulary gaps.
• Log your section times in a spreadsheet to see where you lose minutes.

Action Steps

• Schedule 2.5 hours to simulate Listening and Reading without pauses.
• Allocate 1 hour each for Writing Task 1 and Task 2, ending with a quick self-check of structure and key grammar.
• Record a 2-minute speaking response on two random cue cards and note pauses or repeated words.

Phase 2: Time Management Tactics

Core Concept: Master pacing to avoid surprises on test day.

• Break study into 90-minute sessions followed by 10-minute breaks to maintain focus.
• Use a digital timer app set to exam section lengths, so you build an internal clock.

Test-Day Checklist

1. Identify all materials: ID, pencils, eraser, water bottle.
2. Review question formats to minimize reading instructions during the test.
3. Practice skimming and scanning on short magazine articles to train your eyes.

Phase 3: Focused Practice Sessions

Reading

Core Concept: Balance speed with accuracy.

• Dedicate 20 minutes per passage; spend the first 5 minutes skimming headings and keywords.
• Answer questions in question order; tackle True/False/Not Given or Matching Headings first to warm up.
• Review mistakes by type—vocabulary, inference, paraphrase—and build a mini-glossary of new terms.

Listening

Core Concept: Predict and confirm.

• Before each recording, read through all questions and predict possible answers.
• Take concise notes (names, numbers, dates) in shorthand to save time.
• On second listening, focus only on gaps from your first attempt, then compare your notes to transcripts.

Writing

Core Concept: Structure supports clarity.

• Spend 5 minutes on a clear outline: introduction, 2–3 body paragraphs, and conclusion.
• Practice Task 1 by describing trends or processes in 150 words; ensure you cover what, when, and how.
• Submit a Task 2 essay to Lingo Copilot for model answers, grammar corrections, and improvement tips.

Speaking

Core Concept: Fluency with variety.

• Practice Part 2 monologues on three different topics each session; record and listen for hesitations.
• Use topic-specific vocabulary lists to replace filler words (e.g., “um,” “you know”).
• Apply vocabulary enhancement suggestions to vary word choice and improve coherence.

Phase 4: Final Review and Simulation

Core Concept: Cement skills with focused run-throughs.

• Rotate through Listening Part 4, Reading Section 3, Writing Task 1, and Speaking Part 3 over the last two days.
• Simulate each section exactly to test rules: no pausing, strict timing, and use only allowed materials.
• Maintain an error log—highlight recurring mistakes in grammar, time mismanagement, or question misunderstanding.

Conclusion: Putting It All Together

You now have a clear two-week pathway: assess your baseline, build time management routines, conduct targeted practice in each skill, and finalize with realistic section simulations. Track progress daily and adapt based on your error log. To deepen your preparation with personalized grammar corrections and vocabulary support, try our vocabulary enhancement suggestions feature in the free trial of Lingo Copilot.