Subject Guides: English Language Learners: Practising English

Practise your English

ABC News
Listening or watching news on television or radio is a great way to improve your English listening and pronunciation skills.
BBC news
English for university
Adelaide University has an excellent website aimed at intermediate level (IELTS 6 upwards) English language learners. Topics include grammar, articles, prepositions, academic writing, oral presentations and much more.
Ginger
Free download. Includes grammar checker, sentence rephrase, personal trainer, text to speech, translator, dictionary and spell checker.
Grammarly
Free online checker for grammar, spelling, plagiarism (originality), punctuation and sentence structure.
Learn English (ABC)
Useful video and listening resources.
Learn English (BBC)
Includes material to assist with grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
Sounds of English
Writing clearly
University of Sydney offers excellent advice on writing skills.

IELTS
International English Language Testing System
IELTS practice materials
IELTS practice tests
Occupational English Test
This website is deigned to support students studying health related units.
Pearson Test of English Academic
Practice tests available on this website.
TOEFL
Test of English as a Foreign Language.