Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-07-26
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
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
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................. ,
Student answer (Band 7.0)
Dear Gurmeet,
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I'm writing to give suggestions related the French classes from St. Clair College.
As you know I've completed this course a couple of months ago and I developed a strong foundation in this language. Earlier, I found it complicated,
however after a while I find it a piece of cake.
I'd say that you should definitely consider this University because it offers both online and offline classes which can help you if you're working. Moreover, if you did well in this course you can easily target your Permanent residency in Canada.
They're offering a huge discount on next batch, if you're interested visit their official website and you can find a link there. Please let me know if you find any difficulties so I can assist you.
Anyway, I'd better get going. I'm looking forward to hearing from you soon once you applied.
Best wishes,
Jasvi
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.5 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
You have successfully addressed all three bullet points in the prompt. You provided details about the French course, explained why you recommend the university, and offered advice on the application process. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend, maintaining a friendly and informal style throughout. The ideas are relevant and clearly presented, ensuring the reader understands your message. To reach a higher band, you could expand slightly more on the specific content of the course or provide more detailed advice on the application steps, such as mentioning specific documents or deadlines, to add depth to your response.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The letter is logically organized, with each paragraph focusing on a specific aspect of the task. You use basic cohesive devices such as 'Moreover', 'However', and 'Anyway' to transition between ideas. The paragraphing is clear and appropriate for a letter format. To improve, try to use a wider variety of linking words and ensure that referencing is always precise. For instance, in the second paragraph, the transition between your experience and the recommendation could be smoother. Overall, the progression of ideas is easy to follow, and the structure supports the purpose of the letter well.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for this task. Phrases like 'high spirits', 'strong foundation', and 'piece of cake' show a good grasp of idiomatic language. However, there are some minor inaccuracies in word choice, such as 'suggestions related the French classes' (should be 'related to') and 'target your Permanent residency' (which is slightly unnatural). To improve, focus on more precise collocations and ensure that prepositions are used correctly. While your vocabulary is sufficient to convey your meaning clearly, incorporating more sophisticated or academic-related terms would help elevate your score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5
You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is appropriate for this task. Most of your sentences are clear and easy to understand. There are some grammatical slips, such as 'I've completed this course a couple of months ago' (should be 'I completed' as it is a finished time) and 'once you applied' (should be 'once you have applied'). Additionally, there are minor punctuation and tense inconsistencies. To improve, focus on ensuring consistent verb tenses and refining your use of complex sentence structures to minimize these occasional errors.
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