These days more and more people are going to other counrties for significant period of time either to find a job or study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Many people choose to travel abroad to learn a forein language instead of studying in their hometown. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
You have seen an advertisement for an evening course to study a foreign language. Write a letter to the institution offering the course.
In your letter,
– ask for details of the course
– ask if the course teachers are qualified native speakers
– request that the institution sends you their brochure
You should write at least 150 words.
The graph shows the hours spent in different study methods during a two year course
The charts below show the main reasons for study among students of different age groups and the amount of support they received from employers. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where revenant.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
… tell your friend about the job
…what sort of work it involves
…say why you think the job would be suitable for him
…explain how to apply for the job
Write at least 150 words.
You do not need to write any address.
Begin your letter as follows
Dear….,
Full time university students spend most of the time studying. They should be doing other activities too. To what extent do you agree or disagree?’
You're planning to go and study English at a school overseas you would like some information about their courses. Write a letter the school. In your letter
ask about school.
Say what kind of accommation you want.
Mention any special requests you have (for example diet)
Nowadays in many countries, young people leave rural areas to study or work in cities. Is it a positive or negative development?
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have the opportunity to study abroad.What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?
Some people think it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The number of students studying science at university is constantly declining. What do you think are the causes?What effects will this have on our society?
There has been a long debate whether children should do group study or not. Discuss both views and your opinion.
In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowadays, they have more opportunity to study aborad. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantage?
Some people think that the Government should decide which subjects ,students should study at university while others think that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer.Disscuss the two views and give your opinion.
Millions of people move to English speaking countries such as Australia, Britain or America to study at school, college or university. Why do so many people want to study in English? Why is English such an important international language? Give reasons for your answers
According to a recent study, the more people use the internet, the less time they spend with real humans begins. Should we worry about the effect this is having on social interaction or should we see the internet as a way of opening up new communication possibilities worldwide? Discuss these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience.
It is argued that university students should study a full range of subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Students should pay the ful cost for their own study,because universities education benefits individuals rather than society.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some scientists believe that studying of behavior of three-year-old children can tell which children would grow up to be criminals. To what extent in your opinion is a crime a product of human nature? Is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?
The charts below show the results of a 2020 survey of adult education. The first chart shows the reasons why adults decided to study. The pie chart shows the proportion of the costs of education those adults thought should be shared among taxpayers, employers, and individuals themselves.
Some people think the best way to learn new things is to study them alone. Others think that it is always better to get help from a skilled teacher. Discuss both views and give your opinion
Some people believe that students in schools learn better when they study in groups. Other people say that students learn better when they study on their own. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believes that it is better to get a job straight after school. discuss both views and give yur opinion
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believethat they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion
Many universities are now offering fully online degree programs. What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying online compared to attending a traditional campus-based university?
some people believe that children should study practical skills as managing a bank account, car maintenance, as well as traditional academic courses. Do you agree or disagree?
ome people think students should study the science of food and how to prepare it. Others think that school time should be used in learning important subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion? Give reasons for your answer, and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Because of the covid epidemic, many people prefer to work or study from home instead of going to their workplace or university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this develpment?
As part of education, students should spend a period of time studying and living in a different country to learn a different language and culture. Do you agree or disagree?
Some societies think that it is better for high school students to study a wide range of subjects than to focus on a narrow range of subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many scientists believe that now we can study the behaviour of a three-year-old child to see whether they will grow up to become criminals. To what extent do you think human nature leads to crime? How can we prevent children from growing up to become criminals?
In some countries at secondary or high school, there may be two streams of study: academic or vocational. What are the advantages for students and society of putting students into two streams at the age of fifteen?
Some students decide early in life to pursue vocational careers that involve cooking or baking. For them, it is better to study their chosen occupations in high school rather than regular subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many students are choosing not to study science in universities.what are the causes for that.what are the effects of that
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/she has asked for your advice about studying this subject. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
Give details of the course you took at the university
Explain why you recommend the university
Give some advice about how to apply
Nowadays longer distances are travelled by people to work and study on a daily basis . some consider it to be a negative development, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in additions to their main subjects. Other believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own oponion.
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? After completing high school, students should take at least a year off to work or travel before they begin studying at a university. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
The chart below shows information about students studying six main subjects at a US university in 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Nowadays online education has become popular as more institutes and companies are offering courses online. However, many people prefer the traditional, classroom training or study. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both methods.
Some people believe that students should be required to study a broad range of subjects, while others argue that students should be allowed to specialize in a specific field from an early age. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some claim that studying abroad has greater benefits for a student's home country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time.
Write a letter to your boss. In your letter,
explain why you want to reduce your working hours
say which hours you would like to work
describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ………………
The pie charts below show the distribution of students by Gender and by the subject they are studying at a major university in 2020.
Lectures given by teachers in universities used to be the only way of teaching students, however, nowadays technology has evolved and made it possible to study online. This causes many people to believe that the lecture system will not be needed in the future. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Some people believe that entering the workplace after school is far more beneficial than studying at university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Many young people leave school with a negative attitude toward learning. What are the reasons? How can we encourage young people to study?
MODERN SOCIETIES NEED SPECIALISTS IN CERTAIN FIELDS, BUT NOT OTHERS. SOME PEOPLE, THEREFORE, THINK THAT GOVERNMENTS SHOULD PAY UNIVERSITY FEES FOR STUDENT WHO STUDY SUBJECTS THAT ARE NEEDED BY SOCIETY. THOSE WHO CHOOSE TO STUDY LESS RELEVANT SUBJECTS SHOULD NOT RECEIVE THE GOVERNMENT FUNDING. WOULD THE ADVANTAGES OF SUCH AN EDUCATIONAL POLICY OUTWEIGH THE DISADVANTAGES?