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.

Dear Sandra, It's been so long since we've been in touch and I hope you are doing well. I heard from your brother that you are planning to attend Middlesex University to pursue a degree in computer science. That's amazing, I know that you've been interested in working with computers ever since you were a child and I'm sure you'
ll
do fine and it will be easy for you.
Firstly
, the
first
week are all formalities, don't expect to be programming or developing apps right out of the bat, but it's best to get to know your professors and teachers while you're there.
Secondly
, you'
ll
have plenty of hands-on experience in programming after the 4th or 5th week of the semester,
this
is where it's getting really hectic as you need to learn a lot of programming principles. It's relatively easy to apply since most of the staff there are friendly and supportive when it comes to new students. they'
ll
help you out if you're having a problem and they will be able to answer all of your enquiries. I hope that I'm able to clear some of your doubts and I know you'
ll
do well. Your Friend, Jason Andrews
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The Closing

The style of the letter determine how you have to close it.

Check out the suggested closing sentences for each type of letter in the General IELTS Test. The closing sentence should be the last sentence of your letter.

Formal style (To someone you have not met, whose name you don’t know)

  • Yours faithfully,

Semi-formal (To someone you may or may not have met, whose last name you know)

  • Yours sincerely,

Informal (To someone you know well, whose first name you know and use)

  • Best regards,
  • Warm wishes,

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • prospective student
  • alma mater
  • curriculum
  • faculty
  • state-of-the-art
  • extramural
  • scholarly pursuits
  • cohort
  • accreditations
  • holistic development
  • pedagogy
  • thesis
  • dissertation
  • prerequisites
  • mentorship
  • application portal
  • tuition fees
  • scholarships
  • financial aid
  • internship opportunities
  • networking events
  • career services
  • personal statement
  • deadline
  • admissions office
  • recommendation letters
  • portfolio
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