Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-17

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 Alex,

I was delighted to hear that you are considering applying for the same course that I did. I would be more than happy to share my experience about the university and any information that you might need to know about the course.

I pursued MSc in Chemistry which was a three year degree including1-year professional placement. The course includes Inorganic, Organic and physical chemistry subjects and two laboratory classes with experienced scientists which give you hands-on experience. Additionally, the classes are only for 1-hour which 4 times in a week, that means you could even get some days off, if you need to do a part-time job.

The university has 3 campus that are Clifton, City centre and Royal, you can choose Clifton campus, as the bus stop is nearer which will save you both time and money. The application deadline in generally by the end of June, so try to apply as soon as possible and don not forget to apply for scholarship.

I hope to meet you soon and tell you more about my experience in person. Also, Feel free to ask me anything about the course or university if you feel unsure about anything.

Best wishes,

Ashu Berwal

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0

You have successfully addressed all three bullet points in the prompt. You provided details about the MSc in Chemistry, explained why the university is recommended (campus location and convenience), and offered clear advice on the application process and scholarships. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend, maintaining a friendly and helpful register throughout. The ideas are well-developed and relevant to the task requirements, ensuring the reader receives a comprehensive response. No parts of the task were omitted, and the information provided is clear and easy to follow.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The letter is logically organized, with each paragraph focusing on a specific aspect of the prompt. You use transition words such as 'Additionally' and 'Also' to connect ideas, which helps the flow of the text. Paragraphing is used effectively to separate the different sections of the letter. While the structure is clear, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat standard; incorporating a wider variety of linking phrases could further enhance the sophistication of the text. Overall, the progression of ideas is smooth and easy to track.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'professional placement', 'hands-on experience', and 'scholarship' appropriately. There are some minor issues with word choice and phrasing, such as 'The university has 3 campus that are Clifton' (should be 'campuses') and 'The application deadline in generally' (should be 'is'). While these errors do not impede communication, they indicate a need for more precise control over word forms and common collocations to reach a higher band score.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are some grammatical slips, such as 'classes are only for 1-hour which 4 times in a week' (which should be 'which occur four times a week') and 'don not forget' (a typo). Additionally, the sentence 'The university has 3 campus that are Clifton...' is slightly awkward in its construction. Despite these errors, the meaning remains clear throughout the letter. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and ensuring that relative clauses are correctly integrated into your sentences.

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