Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · IELTS General Essentials · 2026-08-11

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

You have enrolled in an evening course but you have found that you are too busy to continue and would like to take the course next term instead.

• explain the situation and why you cannot continue the course

• say what you would like to do about your studies

• ask for advice about what you can do about the situation

Student answer (Band 7.5)

Dear Course Coordinator,

I am writing to formally request a deferral of my current evening course enrollment to the upcoming academic term due to an unexpected change in my professional circumstances.

Recently, my company launched a major project that requires me to work extended hours and travel frequently. Consequently, I am unable to attend the scheduled evening lectures or dedicate the necessary time to my course assignments.

Rather than withdrawing completely, I would like to postpone my studies and take this exact course next term instead. This will allow me to fulfill my current work obligations and return to the class when my schedule stabilizes.

Could you please advise me on the official process for deferring an enrollment? I would appreciate information regarding any deadlines, administrative forms, or forms, or fee transfer policies that apply to this situation.

Thank you for your time, understanding, and assistance.

Sincerely,

Aesha patel .

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5

The response fully addresses all three bullet points in the prompt. You clearly explain the situation regarding your professional circumstances, state your intention to postpone the course to the next term, and appropriately request advice on the administrative process. The tone is consistently formal and appropriate for a letter to a course coordinator. The ideas are well-developed and the purpose of the letter is clear from the outset, meeting all requirements of the task effectively.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The letter is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph serves a distinct purpose, moving from the explanation of the situation to the proposed solution and finally the request for information. Cohesive devices such as 'Consequently', 'Rather than', and 'This will allow me to' are used effectively to link sentences and ideas. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the overall structure is coherent and easy to follow throughout the response.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for a formal context. Phrases such as 'formally request a deferral', 'professional circumstances', and 'fulfill my current work obligations' show a high level of control and precision. There is a minor repetition of the word 'forms' in the final paragraph, which is a slight slip, but it does not impede communication or detract significantly from the overall quality of the writing. The language is natural and fits the formal register well.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5

The response displays a wide range of grammatical structures with a high level of accuracy. You successfully use complex sentences, such as 'Recently, my company launched a major project that requires me to work extended hours and travel frequently.' Punctuation is generally accurate, and the majority of sentences are error-free. The minor repetition of 'forms' in the fourth paragraph is a stylistic slip rather than a grammatical error. Overall, the control over grammar is strong and supports clear communication.

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