IELTS Writing Academic
IELTS Academic Writing includes two tasks. Task 1 requires you to describe charts, graphs, maps or diagrams. Task 2 requires you to write an academic essay.
IELTS Academic Writing Overview
- Task 1 – describe visual information
- Task 2 – academic essay
- Total time – 60 minutes
- Formal academic style
- Clear structure and organization
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
Task 1 Academic requires you to describe data. You must summarize key features, compare information and describe trends.
- Line graph
- Bar chart
- Pie chart
- Table
- Process diagram
- Map
Task 1 Structure
- Introduction
- Overview
- Details paragraph 1
- Details paragraph 2
IELTS Academic Writing Task 2
Task 2 requires you to write an academic essay. You must present arguments, support ideas and use formal language.
- Opinion essay
- Discussion essay
- Problem solution essay
- Advantages disadvantages essay
- Direct question essay
Task 2 Structure
- Introduction
- Body paragraph 1
- Body paragraph 2
- Conclusion
IELTS Academic Writing Skills
- Describing trends
- Comparing data
- Writing formal essays
- Using linking words
- Organizing paragraphs
- Using academic vocabulary
IELTS Academic Writing Tips
- Write in formal style
- Include an overview in Task 1
- Answer the question fully in Task 2
- Use clear paragraphs
- Check grammar and spelling
- Manage your time carefully
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