Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-11
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 Fred,
How are you doing? I hope all is well with you? I am writing to you regarding your previous letter I received, about inquiries on my course of study.
In your previous letter, you showed interest in applying for my course of study at the University. I do think it is a great idea. I studied Physiotherapy which is under the faculty of medical sciences. Physiotherapy is studied for six years, with intensive trainings and clinical rotations. The course requires a strong knowledge of Biology, Physics and Medical Chemistry.
Physiotherapy is a very interesting course but mentally tasking. As such, it needs lectures with good teaching skills and clinical experiences. The University of Benin, which is where I studied, will be the perfect choice. They have great lecturers and well-equipped laboratories.
If you are interested in applying to study Physiotherapy at the University of Benin, you can visit the university's online website. I will advise you to apply early as the school is very competitive.
I hope my letter was helpful? I will really love having you as my junior colleague in the next few years. See you soon!
Yours sincerely,
Abigail
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.5 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
You have successfully addressed all three bullet points in the prompt. You provided details about the Physiotherapy course, explained why the university is a good choice, and offered clear advice on the application process. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend, and the purpose of the letter is clear from the beginning. To reach a higher band, you could expand slightly on the 'why' by providing a specific example of a positive experience you had at the university, which would add more depth to your recommendation.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0
The letter is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs for each requirement, and a friendly closing. You use paragraphing effectively to separate the different topics. Cohesive devices such as 'As such', 'If you are interested', and 'In your previous letter' are used to link ideas. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical. To improve, try to vary your linking phrases and ensure that the flow between sentences is more natural, rather than relying on standard structural markers.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using subject-specific terms like 'clinical rotations', 'medical sciences', and 'competitive'. The language is generally natural and appropriate for the context. There are no significant errors in word choice that impede communication. To move into a higher band, try to incorporate more sophisticated collocations or less common lexical items to describe your experiences, such as 'rigorous curriculum' instead of 'intensive trainings' or 'highly regarded' instead of 'perfect choice'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5
You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, and your grammar is generally accurate. Most sentences are error-free, and your meaning is always clear. There are a few minor issues, such as the unnecessary question mark in 'I hope my letter was helpful?' (which is a statement, not a question) and the slightly awkward phrasing 'I will really love having you'. Increasing the variety of complex sentence structures, such as using more conditional or relative clauses, would help demonstrate greater control.
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