Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Recent IELTS Exams (Canada & India) · 2026-08-02

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

In many countries not enough students are choosing to study science at university. What are the causes of this? What effects does it have on society?

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

Student answer (Band 6.5)

Many students feel pressure while learning science subjects in schools or university. In recent times, new technology grows rapidly and the practical knowledge also available in education system. It might be helpful for them and science is an interesting subject. Science brings innovation and with the help of innovation people can use an objects and things which scientist invent. In some countries students are not select science at university and it has many causes and it also impacts on society. This essay will discuss several reasons and effects will impact on students.

There are some reasons, firstly, many students have fear of science subjects specially physics and chemistry. It is for people who has huge amount of logical and mathematical thinking. It is not all individuals 'cup of tea'. Each person has different level of knowledge in different field so they prefer to study in their interest’s subjects. Secondly, many universities do not provide sufficient practical knowledge. They only focus on theory based and that is a reason student have lack of understanding in science subjects. For example, universities should provide more visual and practical knowledge so students can learn easily and also does not feel pressurize and choose science field.

This trend can have serious consequences for society. Scientific development may slow down due to students not choosing science field. It affects in countries economy and reputation. The innovations also reducing by time. Therefore, few scientists mean fewer innovation and research project which is not a good reputation for society and country. In addition, if fewer people study science, so only they will become doctors and pharmacists. Then, only people face challenges due to reduce the quality of medical services.

In a nutshell, science may be tough and difficult subjects but if it is learning with proper practical knowledge it will become easier and country have more scientists, doctors and pharmacists.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The response addresses both parts of the prompt: the causes for the decline in science students and the effects on society. However, the development of these ideas is somewhat limited. While you mention 'fear of science' and 'lack of practical knowledge' as causes, these points could be expanded with more specific examples or deeper analysis. Similarly, the effects on society—such as economic impact and medical service quality—are mentioned but remain somewhat superficial. To reach a higher band, ensure that each point is fully extended with clear logical steps and more detailed supporting evidence.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The essay is organised into logical paragraphs, each with a clear focus. You use basic cohesive devices like 'firstly', 'secondly', and 'in a nutshell' to signal the structure. However, the flow between sentences is sometimes mechanical, and the referencing is occasionally unclear, such as in the sentence 'The innovations also reducing by time.' Some transitions feel repetitive, and the connection between ideas could be smoother. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that pronouns clearly refer back to their antecedents would enhance the overall coherence of your writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

Your vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing you to convey your meaning clearly. You use some topic-specific terms like 'innovation', 'theoretical', and 'pharmacists'. However, there are several instances of awkward word choice and collocation errors, such as 'not select science' (should be 'not choosing to study science') and 'feel pressurize' (should be 'feel pressured'). Additionally, there is some repetition of basic vocabulary. To improve, try to incorporate more precise academic collocations and synonyms to avoid repetitive phrasing and demonstrate a wider range of vocabulary.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

You demonstrate a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors throughout the text. Examples include subject-verb agreement issues ('people who has', 'student have lack'), incorrect verb forms ('if it is learning'), and missing articles or prepositions. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they are frequent enough to be noticeable. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, particularly subject-verb agreement and the correct use of passive voice, before attempting more complex structures.

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