THE BEST WAY TO BOOST YOUR IELTS SPEAKING SCORE.

Welcome to the Ultimate IELTS English Speaking Course – a complete guide made by a Band 9 Speaker to help you master every part of the IELTS Speaking Test and achieve your target band score. It's 100% free, public, and full of examples and speaking workshops to get instant feedback.

Here we'll start with the basics of the IELTS Speaking Test, including the format, timing, and scoring criteria. By the end of this English speaking course for IELTS, you'll have a solid understanding and proven strategies to master IELTS Speaking with confidence.

Official IELTS score showing Band 9 for Speaking Official IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) number for verification

My Official Band 9 Score & TRF for Verification

Hi, I'm Matt from SpeakPrac. When I was asked to prove my English proficiency for a job, I scored a perfect Band 9 in IELTS Speaking (including Band 9 in Fluency, Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Grammar). Instead of taking the position, I decided to build SpeakPrac to help ambitious professionals and students (like you) achieve their goals.

I'm not a natural talker — I'm actually an introvert. But having aced the test myself, I know exactly what it takes to succeed. This course is packed with the proven strategies and insights that helped me become a Band 9 Speaker.

My philosophy: Anyone Can Speak English.

Matt, instructor for the Ultimate IELTS English Speaking Course, in Sydney Australia
Your instructor, Matt, a native Australian English speaker, in his hometown of Sydney.

I've studied at top English-speaking universities (UNSW & USYD in Australia, UCL in UK) and taught English worldwide. I also worked with American language expert Gabriel Wyner, bestselling author of "Fluent Forever." This course represents my attempt to create the best IELTS Speaking guide on the internet.

It's entirely free. I believe in making high-quality fundamentals accessible to everyone, only charging for advanced tools like the SpeakPrac app and specialized flashcard decks that accelerate learning.

Below are all the lessons, each with an in-depth video plus written content with action checklists and screenshots.

Matt teaching English and IELTS speaking techniques at Adolfo Ibáñez University
Matt teaching English communication strategies at Adolfo Ibáñez University in Santiago, Chile.

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Each lesson we'll be working through has included templates, action checklists, sample topics and answers. I've made it so that you can use these as a foundation for your own practice to learn more effectively.

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Instructor Matt proudly holding his official IELTS Band 9 Speaking certificate.

IELTS Speaking Course Lessons

These lessons are ordered according to the SpeakPrac Method™ (S.P.M.). We'll start with STRATEGY, then move to dedicated PRACTICE, and finally achieve MASTERY.

PHASE 1 STRATEGY

The entire course is your strategic foundation. We begin by mastering the test format, scoring, and the core frameworks for every part of the exam.

Lesson 1: What is the IELTS Speaking Test?

Lesson 1: What is the IELTS Speaking Test?

Understand the test format, timings, and what to expect on exam day.

Lesson 2: IELTS Speaking Criteria Explained

Lesson 2: IELTS Speaking Criteria Explained

Think like an examiner. Learn the 4 key criteria that determine your score.

PHASE 2 PRACTICE

Turn theory into action. These lessons and workshops focus on applying the strategies you’ve learned to IELTS Speaking Parts 1, 2, and 3.

Lesson 3: Part 1 Explained

Lesson 3: Part 1 Explained

Master the introduction and interview section with proven strategies.

Lesson 3a: Part 1 Questions & Topics

Lesson 3a: Part 1 Questions & Topics

Explore common Part 1 topics and learn how to answer them confidently.

Lesson 3b: Part 1 Practice Workshop

Lesson 3b: Part 1 Practice Workshop

Practice and get feedback on your Part 1 answers.

Lesson 4: Part 2 Explained

Lesson 4: Part 2 Explained

Break down the “Long Turn” and learn how to structure your 2-minute speech.

Lesson 4a: Part 2 Questions & Topics

Lesson 4a: Part 2 Questions & Topics

Cover a wide range of cue card topics to be prepared for anything.

Lesson 4b: Part 2 Practice Workshop

Lesson 4b: Part 2 Practice Workshop

Develop and refine your Part 2 speeches with guided practice.

Lesson 5: Part 3 Explained

Lesson 5: Part 3 Explained

Tackle the abstract discussion questions with confidence and depth.

Lesson 5a: Part 3 Questions & Topics

Lesson 5a: Part 3 Questions & Topics

Analyze common Part 3 themes and develop sophisticated arguments.

Lesson 5b: Part 3 Practice Workshop

Lesson 5b: Part 3 Practice Workshop

Engage in practice discussions to sharpen your Part 3 skills.

PHASE 3 MASTERY

Deep-dive into the four marking criteria. These lessons focus on refining specific skills to push your score to a Band 7, 8, or 9.

Lesson 6: Fluency & Coherence

Lesson 6: Fluency & Coherence

Techniques to speak smoothly, coherently, and at a natural pace.

Lesson 6a: Fluency Workshop

Lesson 6a: Fluency Workshop

Practical exercises to reduce hesitation and improve your flow.

Lesson 7: Pronunciation

Lesson 7: Pronunciation

Focus on clear articulation, intonation, and stress to be easily understood.

Lesson 7a: Pronunciation Workshop

Lesson 7a: Pronunciation Workshop

Targeted drills to perfect difficult sounds and rhythm.

Lesson 8: Vocabulary

Lesson 8: Vocabulary

Learn high-level, topic-specific vocabulary to impress the examiner.

Lesson 8a: Vocabulary Workshop

Lesson 8a: Vocabulary Workshop

Integrate new lexical resources into your active speaking vocabulary.

Lesson 9: Grammar

Lesson 9: Grammar

Use a wide range of complex structures accurately and effectively.

Lesson 9a: Grammar Workshop

Lesson 9a: Grammar Workshop

Exercises to eliminate common grammatical errors.

Lesson 10: Speak Alone

Lesson 10: Speak Alone

Build confidence and stamina for practicing without a partner.

Lesson 11: Common Mistakes

Lesson 11: Common Mistakes

Identify and correct the most frequent errors made by test-takers.