These days, more and more people are going to other countries for significant periods of time, either to find a job or to 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. Write your response not less than 250 words. You get 40 minutes to complete this task
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. if these are not taught many are at risk of dying out. in your opinion is it important for everyone to study English? should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and if so how?
Some people believe that children should be allowed to choose what subjects they study at school. Others argue that everyone should study the same subjects. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
Students should pay the full cost for their own study, because university eduation benefits individuals rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The following pie charts show the main modes of transportation people used to to travel to university for work or study in 2004 and 2009.
in the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. Nowaday, they have more opportunity to study abroad. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this development.
In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?
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?
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 techonlogy. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best way to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job after school. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Some people believe that students should study at schools are better than studying in groups. However, others argue that students study at schools are better than they study on their owns. Discuss both views and give your opinion?
Some people believe that universities should offer places to young students with high marks. Other believe that people of all ages and with low grades should be allowed to study. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
The bar chart below shows the number of research students studying different subject in 2005.
You are studying English at a private language school attended by many international students. You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who has been feeling particularly sad and homesick. Write to another classmate and invite him / her to the party. In your letter:
•explain the reason for the party
• give the date and time of the party
• suggest what the classmate could bring to the party
Begin your letter as follows: Dear ________
You should write at least 150 words. You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The table and chart provide a breakdown of the total expenditure and the average amount of money spent by students per week while studying abroad in four countries.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are planning to go and study English at a school overseas. You would like some information about their courses.
Write a letter to the school. In your letter
•ask about the school
•say what kind of accommodation you want
•mention any special requests you have (for example diet).
Write at least 150 words.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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
The chart below shows the number of men and women (in thousand) in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full-time or part-time.
University students are increasingly studying abroad as part of their studies. Do the advantages of studying abroad outwegh the disadvantages
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to ur friend and in your letter:
. Give details of course you took at university
. Explain why you recommend the university
. Give some advice about how to apply.
Many people choose to travel abroad to learn foreign language insteat of studying in their hometown. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this.
Some people think that students should only study science subjects. Other subjects are not important to them. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter,
•give details of your study plans
•explain why you want to get a part- time job
•suggest how your friend could help you find a job.
30 DEC---The charts below give information about the number of hours that students study each day at five different universities. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects thatwill be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
it is better for students to study from home rather than go to school. Do you agree or disagree with taht statement?
More students are deciding to study science-related subjects at university rather than more traditional subjects. What are the causes of this? What affects will it have on society?
Today, many parents force their children to study all kinds of courses in their early age. What are the reasons behind this? What effects do you think this practice would bring to the children?
Many students now work while they are studying in college or university. This often results in them having less time to concentrate on their education as feeling under pressure. What are some of the causes of this? What solution could you suggest?
Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others belive it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for qualification. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
•Tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
•Say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her
• Explain how to apply for the job
IELTS Writing Tsk 2 In poor families, teenagers may have to work part-time as well as study. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this for these teenagers. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Topic: Students should pay the full cost for their own study, because university education benefits individuals rather than society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
THE BAR CHART BELOW GIVES INFOMATION ABOOUT THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS STUDYING COMPUTER SCIENCE AT A uk university between 2010 and 2012. Summerise the info by selecting the main features, and making comparision where relavent.
you are planning to go and study English at school overseas. You would like some information about their courses.
Write to the school. In your letter:
- ask about the school
- what kin of accomadition you want
- mention any special requests you have(for example diet).
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement ? All students should be required study art and music in secondary school . Use spesific reasons to support your reasons.
Today many parents force rhier children to study all kinds of courses in the early age . What are the reason behind this.? What effects do you think this practice would bring to gbs children?
Some universities now offer their course on the internet so that people can study online. Is this a positive or negative trend?
Some people prefer to listen to music while studying or working. is it good idea or bad idea? give reasons and examples from your own experience.
Many young people are leaving their homes in rural areas to study or work in the cities. What are the reasons? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think that is a wast of time fir high school students to study literature, such as novels and poems. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Some people believe that students should study at home , others believe they should study in school. Do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays many students have the opportunity to study for part or all of their courses in foreign countries. While studying abroad brings many benefits to individual students, it also has a number of disadvantages. Do you agree or disagree?
Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe they should only be allowed to study subject which are useful in future like science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.
Teenagers should study all school subjects. Or should focus on the subjects that they are good at or like it. Discuss.
working while study as internship with no pay has more advantages or has more disadvantages.
People who travel to another country to live, work or study for a period of time often suffer badly from homesickness. Why this problem occurs? What are the best ways to reduce this problem? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
The two bar charts below show the proportion of 14-to 16-year-old students studying a foreign language in an English speaking country, and the top three foreign languages. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
In some cultures, children are often told they can achieve anything if they study at school hard enough. What are the advanatages and disadvantages of giving children this message?
The chart below shows the number of men and women (in thousand) in further education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying full-time or part-time. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.