Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-09

IELTS Writing Task 2 question

All university undergraduate courses should include a period of time spent studying abroad or doing a work placement.

Do you think the advantages of this would outweigh the disadvantages?

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

Student answer (Band 5.0)

Major institutions should incorporate a session used in learning overseas or having a job placement.I agree with this statement because it will be more meritorious than dismerit.

In the following paragraphs I will explain further .

To begin with, University is a place to learning, unlearn and relearn for students,therefore if some courses are been added to the undergraduate curriculum that gives room to study aboard as part of the training for cultural relationships and increase economic growth of the country.

Adding courses to be learn in the overseas or to get a job could help the student to prepare for what is expected after completion of their undergraduate training,for example it made the collegians to be more responsible in terms of planning for daily activities,as well as being time conscious.for a student who is to to resume to work few Hours after lecture,will prevent unnecessary wandering around aimlessly,for instance such learner take a rest when necessary and prevent lacadacial attitude.Futhermore,have a scheme of work which necessitate working or studying aboard makes student to appreciate Thier parents and guardiance more.For example,many parents have 2 or more jobs doing a day to cover up for the family expenses and to meet ends need.yet some students believe they are not doing enough,there if such learner is to combine study and work together particularly when they are far from their home ,made them appreciate their family's effort more.

In addition,when certain courses are incorporated into the undergraduate outline ,it improved economic growth of the country,as the number of migrants will be increased.

Although there could be disadvantages to the

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response addresses the prompt by taking a clear position, but the development of ideas is inconsistent. While you attempt to provide reasons for your stance, such as cultural relationships and personal responsibility, the arguments are often unclear or poorly linked to the core topic of studying abroad or work placements. For instance, the discussion about students appreciating their parents is somewhat tangential to the main argument. Furthermore, the essay is incomplete, as it cuts off abruptly after mentioning disadvantages, meaning the task is not fully addressed. To improve, ensure each paragraph focuses on a clear, relevant point and provide a balanced conclusion.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The essay shows some attempt at organization, but the progression of ideas is frequently interrupted by confusing phrasing and poor sentence structure. While you use some cohesive devices like 'To begin with' and 'In addition', the logical flow between sentences is often weak. Paragraphing is present, but the final paragraph is incomplete, which disrupts the overall structure. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow your train of thought. To improve, focus on using cohesive devices more naturally and ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence followed by supporting details.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary range is limited and often inaccurate. You use some non-standard or incorrectly formed words, such as 'meritorious than dismerit', 'lacadacial', and 'guardiance'. These errors occasionally make it difficult to understand your intended meaning. While you attempt to use some academic-style vocabulary, the lack of precision in word choice and collocation prevents the essay from reaching a higher band. To improve, focus on learning the correct forms of words and their appropriate contexts, and try to use more precise terminology related to education and professional development.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The essay contains frequent grammatical errors that often impede communication. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'courses are been added'), sentence fragments, and incorrect verb tenses. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with missing or misplaced commas and periods. While you attempt some complex sentence structures, they are often faulty, leading to confusion. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring that subjects and verbs agree, and practicing the correct use of articles and prepositions. Proofreading for basic errors before finishing your writing will also be highly beneficial.

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