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? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from own knowledge or experience.

Although
the
Change the article
a
show examples
large amount of students live in their hometown
while
studying at university, the majority of students tend to move on to another city and begin a new
life
. I completely agree with the idea that living far from home could be more
benificial
Correct your spelling
beneficial
than failing. there are several reasons why living at home
while
studying at university can be troublesome.
Firstly
,
the
Correct article usage
a
show examples
house filled with a comfortable environment and love can prevent a
student
from studying abandoning his or her social battery or giving them too much relaxation.
For example
,
student's
Correct article usage
a student's
show examples
academic focus might be distracted by siblings wanting attention from their brother or sister,
noisy
Correct article usage
a noisy
show examples
neighborhood and so on.
Secondly
, it can
also
limit the
student
from expanding horizons and experiencing new area's lifestyle, resulting in problems with interacting with new co-workers and co-operating with them in their future job.
Finally
, there is a risk of lagging behind peers and becoming isolated from them. I believe that studying in a new
surrounding
Fix the agreement mistake
surroundings
show examples
may be beneficial in many aspects of
student's
Correct article usage
a student's
show examples
life
. Feeling the typical
student
's lifestyle in a dormitory is one of the main
part
Change to a plural noun
parts
show examples
of any
people's
Fix the agreement mistake
person's
show examples
life
because they feel young. People can befriend
with
Change preposition
apply
show examples
others from their study field and become
study-buddies
Correct your spelling
study buddies
show examples
, working hard together for their future investments. If they are international students they could even improve their perception of
this
world, leading to their cultural development.
Furthermore
, it is a great chance to get used to adult
life
and
becoming
Wrong verb form
become
show examples
more independent. In conclusion, my view is that studying outside the hometown is more productive than studying at home.
Submitted by talgattan4ez on

Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Writing9 with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

task achievement
Expand and clarify your arguments. Although the main points are clear, the reasoning behind them could be elaborated further.
grammar
Ensure grammatical accuracy and correct any minor errors. Some grammatical mistakes and awkward phrasings detract from the overall clarity.
task achievement
Introduce more relevant specific examples to support your arguments, making your essay more convincing.
coherence
The essay contains a clear introduction and conclusion, which helps to frame the argument effectively.
grammar
You have a range of vocabulary, and despite minor errors, your essay is largely comprehensible.
task achievement
The main ideas of the essay are relevant to the topic and show an understanding of the issue.

Fully explain your ideas

To get an excellent score in the IELTS Task 2 writing section, one of the easiest and most effective tips is structuring your writing in the most solid format. A great argument essay structure may be divided to four paragraphs, in which comprises of four sentences (excluding the conclusion paragraph, which comprises of three sentences).

For we to consider an essay structure a great one, it should be looking like this:

  • Paragraph 1 - Introduction
    • Sentence 1 - Background statement
    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
    • Sentence 4 - Outline sentence
  • Paragraph 2 - First supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 3 - Second supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 4 - Conclusion
    • Sentence 1 - Summary
    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
    • Sentence 3 - Prediction or recommendation

Our recommended essay structure above comprises of fifteen (15) sentences, which will make your essay approximately 250 to 275 words.

Discover more tips in The Ultimate Guide to Get a Target Band Score of 7+ »— a book that's free for 🚀 Premium users.

Ultimate Speaking practice for IELTS

Practice speaking step by step, answer real-life questions, and build your confidence. Start your free trial and improve your speaking skills today!
Topic Vocabulary:
  • independence
  • self-reliance
  • finance management
  • exposure
  • broaden horizons
  • open-minded
  • adaptability
  • conducive environment
  • isolation
  • homesickness
  • financial burden
  • household duties
  • academic responsibilities
  • personal growth
What to do next:
Look at other essays:

Essentional vocabulary list for IELTS Writing 7+

Learn how to write high-scoring essays with powerful words.
Download Free PDF and start improving you writing skills today!