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Get expert advice on choosing and preparing for English tests, plus study abroad insights, brought to you by Times Higher Education and the Duolingo English Test

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Duolingo English Test practice tips

Preparing for the Duolingo English Test: how to practice for ‘fill in the blanks’ and ‘read and complete’ questions

Learn how to complete ‘fill in the blanks’ and ‘read and complete’ questions on the Duolingo English Test. Find tips on formats, scoring and strategy, plus official practice links

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September 21 2026

Practice for 'read and select' questions on the Duolingo English Test

Preparing for the Duolingo English Test: how to practice for ‘read and select’ questions

Learn how the ‘read and select’ section works on the Duolingo English Test. Read tips on the ‘real or fake’ word task, timing, subscores and strategy tips

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September 21 2026

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Preparing for the Duolingo English Test: interactive reading questions explained

Learn how interactive reading questions work on the Duolingo English Test. We explain all five question formats, plus timing, scoring and strategy tips

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September 21 2026

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How to avoid Duolingo English Test broken rules: 4 common mistakes

Your DET result may be invalidated because of common mistakes, not your English level. Here's how to avoid them

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Duolingo English Test: where is it accepted?

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Duolingo English Test 2026: accepted countries, schools and visa requirements

We break down where the Duolingo English Testis accepted – from top-ranked universities to national visa requirements – in 2026’s top study destinations

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February 16 2026

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Top Times Higher Education-ranked universities that accept the Duolingo English Test

From Harvard to Imperial College London, many highly ranked institutions accept the Duolingo English Test as part of an international student application

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October 20 2025

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Understand the DET score: How is the Duolingo English Test scored?

Moving beyond basic grading, the Duolingo English Test combines computer adaptivity with deep expertise in language assessment, psychometrics and AI

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November 5 2025

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Duolingo English Test setup: The ultimate 7-step guide

Prepare your space, test your secondary camera and review the rules carefully. Read our essential checklist for the optimal Duolingo English Test setup

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January 19 2026

Avoid Duolingo English Test broken rules

How to avoid Duolingo English Test broken rules: 4 common mistakes

Your DET result may be invalidated because of common mistakes, not your English level. Here's how to avoid them

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Is the Duolingo English Test legit? Four myths admissions officers want you to stop believing

From Ivy League schools to international visa programmes, the Duolingo English Test is more widely accepted than you might think

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Understand the DET score: How is the Duolingo English Test scored?

Moving beyond basic grading, the Duolingo English Test combines computer adaptivity with deep expertise in language assessment, psychometrics and AI

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November 5 2025

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Top Times Higher Education-ranked universities that accept the Duolingo English Test

From Harvard to Imperial College London, many highly ranked institutions accept the Duolingo English Test as part of an international student application

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October 20 2025

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Duolingo English Test 2026: accepted countries, schools and visa requirements

We break down where the Duolingo English Testis accepted – from top-ranked universities to national visa requirements – in 2026’s top study destinations

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February 16 2026

Students gather together on campus

Is the Duolingo English Test legit? Four myths admissions officers want you to stop believing

From Ivy League schools to international visa programmes, the Duolingo English Test is more widely accepted than you might think

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Checklists for the Duolingo English Test

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Duolingo English Test setup: The ultimate 7-step guide

Prepare your space, test your secondary camera and review the rules carefully. Read our essential checklist for the optimal Duolingo English Test setup

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January 19 2026

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Five ways to guarantee your certified result on the Duolingo English Test

Duolingo shares five rules to follow when taking the Duolingo English Test and why the practice test is vital

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September 8 2022

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Five things you need to know before applying to university as an international student

University applications can seem complicated, especially for international students, but many helpful resources are available to ease the process

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September 9 2022

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Online English tests, mental health and curiosity: international students’ tips for studying overseas

Studying abroad can be full of surprises. Two international students talk through their tips for success in selecting an institution and starting studies in a new country

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January 17 2023

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English language requirements and tests for university

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Five ways to master British slang as an international student

Struggling with British words, phrases and accents? Check out these five tips to help international students understand the different phrases spoken in the UK

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February 4 2022

Duolingo English Test: what's a good score?

Duolingo English Test: what it is and how to prepare for it

Here’s everything you need to know about the Duolingo English Test, including the scores you should aim for, how to prepare and which universities are accepting it

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Common grammatical errors to avoid in your university application

These are the most common grammatical errors made by international students with advice from admissions tutors on what impact they could have on your application

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January 13 2020

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Students will soon be able to take their IELTS tests at home

From early 2022, the IELTS Online will allow students more flexibility in where they take their English language test 

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Advice for international students

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Study abroad in the US: Making the right English test choice

New survey data reveals the factors influencing students’ choices to study in the United States, from immigration policies to English-language requirements

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January 21 2026

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Levelling the playing field: what the end of Canada’s Student Direct Stream means for international applicants

For international students from countries previously participating in Canada’s Student Direct Stream, the programme’s closure will give them more freedom to demonstrate their language skills with a test that suits them 

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How moving beyond the Student Direct Scheme could boost diversity at Canadian universities

The closure of Canada’s Student Direct Steam will create a level playing field for all international applicants

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Why English proficiency still matters – and what has changed after the closure of the Student Direct Scheme

The end of SDS has changed how students prove their English-language skills, creating a more flexible and accessible system

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