Writing:
Your Complete Guide to the
IELTS Writing Test
Plan, draft, and refine essays with strategies designed to improve clarity, cohesion, and task achievement. Our Writing Course trains you to plan effectively, express your thoughts clearly, and write with confidence under exam conditions.
Join nowWhy the IELTS Writing Test Matters
The IELTS Writing test challenges you to think, plan, and present your ideas logically. You need to:
Clear Expression
Express ideas clearly, logically, and coherently.
Language Range
Use a wide range of vocabulary and grammar accurately.
Critical Analysis
Analyse data, arguments, and scenarios effectively.
Time Management
Manage time effectively across two tasks: Task 1 (report) and Task 2 (essay)
That’s why a structured, well-practised strategy is the key, and Master IELTS gives you exactly that.
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IELTS Writing Test Format
The Writing test lasts 60 minutes and has two tasks. Each task tests
specific writing skills:
IELTS Writing Question Types
Prepare for the key writing types, each testing task achievement, coherence, and language use:
Band Score Conversion
Below is an approximate score conversion for Writing:
Score Conversion
| Description | Band |
|---|---|
|
Expert writer:
Fully developed ideas, accurate grammar, clear cohesion
|
9 |
|
Very
good:
Minor errors, clear arguments and structure
|
8 |
|
Good:
Some errors, ideas mostly clear, organised
|
7 |
|
Competent:
Noticeable errors, but message understandable
|
6.5 |
|
Modest:
Frequent mistakes, limited flexibility
|
6 |
|
Limited:
Frequent breakdowns, unclear arguments
|
5.5 |
How to Approach the
IELTS Writing Test
Writing improves faster when you know what to practise and how.
Analyse the Task Carefully
Structure Your Writing
Write Clearly & Accurately
Master Time Management
Tips to Improve Your IELTS
Writing Score
Daily Writing
Practice writing essays and reports regularly.
Model Analysis
Analyse model answers to understand structure and vocabulary.
Topic Vocabulary
Expand topic-based vocabulary, including education, technology, environment, and society.
Error Review
Review mistakes carefully and rewrite to improve clarity and accuracy.
Time Control
Stick to the word count and manage time effectively.
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Our lessons follow a clear, organised structure that makes every topic easy to understand. You always know what to study next and how to improve step by step.
Proven methods
We focus on practical exam techniques that actually reflect how IELTS questions work. Every strategy is designed to save time and reduce mistakes.
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You receive helpful guidance and resources tailored to your progress. This includes personalised support and one-to-one speaking sessions with an IELTS tutor.