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

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Dear Patrick, I am so glad to learn that you have

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decided to complete your Master’s degree in Biology at the University of Toronto. I think that you are

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going to enjoy your time, just as I did, at Canada’s one of the best universities for studying Science. But, before anything else, let me share some details about the course so that you can fully prepare yourself for the challenges of studying Biology at the University of Toronto. The programme is structured to

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for 24 months, and during

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time, you are required to complete about 40-45 credit hours. Please apply before March/April if you really want to get all the classes at your preferred schedule. Just to inform you, out of these 40-45 credit hours, approximately 32 hours will be the core subjects. Please

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expect to do some extensive research works, which sometimes can be really challenging, at the laboratory in order to gain some valuable practical experience. But, don’t worry about it since the faculty members are very helpful and friendly. I feel great about completing

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course from

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university and I am quite positive that you will

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feel the same. Just visit their website, which is www.utoronto.ca, and it will guide you all the way about how to apply. In case, you do not understand anything, just let me know. Wishing you all the best. Take care. Warm wishes, Jonathon

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Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately

Linking words are very important in your essay.

To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.

Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.

In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.

Linking word examples:

firstly
secondly
thirdly
in additional
moreover
also
for example
for instance
therefore
however
although
even though
despite

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 7.0

Logical structure

Single idea per paragraph

Greeting and closing

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 9.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 9.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 9.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

8 paragraphs

239 words

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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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