IELTS Writing Topics
The same themes appear again and again in IELTS writing. Choose a topic to see every Task 1 and Task 2 question on it, and build the vocabulary and ideas you will need.
Schools, universities, teaching methods, exams and lifelong learning.
AI, the internet, social platforms, gadgets and how technology changes daily life.
Climate change, pollution, recycling, energy and wildlife protection.
Public health, diet, exercise, healthcare systems and mental wellbeing.
Social issues, community, ageing, inequality and cultural change.
Jobs, remote work, careers, employers and the working life.
Public transport, cars, traffic, cycling and urban mobility.
Homes, rent, urban planning, cities versus countryside.
Causes of crime, sentencing, prison and prevention.
News, TV, social media, celebrities and advertising.
Research, space, medicine breakthroughs and scientific funding.
Traditions, languages, arts, museums and globalisation.
Business, consumerism, income, saving and global trade.
Holidays, tourism impact, travel and heritage sites.
Eating habits, fast food, farming and food waste.
Professional sport, school sport, competitions and fitness.
Parenting, childhood, relationships and generations.
Public spending, laws, taxes, politics and international cooperation.
160 practice questions
UK Internet Usage by Age Group 2010-2020
The chart below shows the percentage of UK citizens using the internet by age group from 2010 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main …
TechnologyIELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Bar Chart Analysis - Factors Influencing University Choice
The bar chart below illustrates the main reasons why undergraduate students chose a particular university in 2023. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and …
EducationScience Research Funding Trends
The line graph below shows government funding for scientific research in four different fields in a developed country between 2000 and 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and …
ScienceCommunication Trends 2000-2020
The chart below shows the percentage of adults who use social media (bars) and the average time they spend on messaging apps each day (line) between 2000 and …
MediaGlobal Scientific Research Funding Allocation Trends
The two pie charts illustrate the distribution of global funding across five scientific disciplines in 2000 and 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, …
ScienceIELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Housing Tenure Pie Charts
The two pie charts below illustrate the proportion of different housing tenure types in an urban area in 2005 and 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting …
HousingIELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Reasons for Volunteering (2005 vs. 2015)
The two pie charts illustrate the different motivations for individuals participating in volunteer work in Country X during two separate years, 2005 and 2015. Summarise the information by …
SocietyIELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Crime Statistics Table Analysis
The table below shows the number of reported incidents for five types of crime in a European city over a ten-year period from 2010 to 2020. Summarise the …
CrimeIELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Technology Adoption Rates Table
The table below illustrates the percentage of households in a developed country owning or subscribing to five different smart technologies from 2010 to 2023. Summarise the information by …
TechnologyUniversity Education Funding Debate
Some people believe that university education should be free for all students, while others think students should pay fees. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give …
EducationEnvironmental Responsibility: Government vs. Individual
The most effective way to address global environmental problems is through international cooperation and large-scale government initiatives, rather than relying on the actions of individual citizens. To what …
EnvironmentComplaint Letter - Defective Product
You recently bought a laptop computer from an online store. However, when it arrived, you discovered several problems with it. Write a letter to the customer service department. …
WorkRequest Letter - Course Information
You are interested in taking a short course at a college in another country. Write a letter to the admissions office. In your letter: • Explain why you …
EducationInvitation Letter - Birthday Party
You are organizing a birthday party for a family member and want to invite your English-speaking friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • Explain …
SocietyJob Application Follow-up
You applied for a job three weeks ago but have not heard back from the company. Write a letter to the hiring manager. In your letter: • Remind …
WorkNeighborhood Noise Complaint
You live in an apartment and are experiencing problems with noise from your upstairs neighbor. Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter: • Describe the noise …
SocietyLetter to a Landlord About a Broken Heater
You rent a small flat, and the heater in your bedroom stopped working three days ago. The nights are now very cold, and you cannot sleep well. Write …
HousingLetter to a Neighbour About Collecting Your Post
You are going away on a business trip for one week, and your post will still be delivered to your flat while you are gone. Your neighbour lives …
SocietyLetter to a Furniture Company About a Late Delivery
You ordered a new desk and two chairs for your office from an online furniture company. The delivery was promised for last Monday, but nothing has arrived, and …
WorkLetter to a Friend About Joining a Climbing Gym
You want to start climbing as a hobby, and a friend of yours has been a member of a climbing gym for two years. You know very little …
SportLetter to a Councillor Inviting Them to a Meeting
Your residents' group is holding a public meeting next month about the safety of the crossing near the local primary school. You would like a local councillor to …
GovernmentLetter to a Client Apologising for a Delay
Your company was due to deliver a marketing report to a client last Friday, but it is now two weeks late. The delay was caused by a problem …
WorkLetter to a Council About a Parking Fine
You received a parking fine for leaving your car in a bay that you believe was not clearly marked. The sign was hidden behind a tree, and you …
GovernmentLetter to a Cousin Recommending a Cycling Route
Your cousin is visiting your city for the first time next month, and they have told you that they love cycling. You have ridden one riverside route many …
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