Ielts Writing Note: Discussion Essay

Topic 16: universities, students, study, subjects, useful, future, science, technology.

- People have different views about...
- with regard to ...
- While some argue that it would be better for...
- ...be forced into certain key subject areas...
- ...should be able to study the course of their choice.

- There are various reason why...
- ...may assert that...
- medecine, engineering, and information technology.
- ...are more likely beneficial than...
- From a personal perspective,...
- it can be argued that...
- ...provide more job opportunities, career progression, better salaries
- ...improve the quality of life
- On the societal level....
- ...ensure that any knowledge and skills gap in the economy are covered.
- a focus on technology in higher education could lead to new inventions,...
- greater future prosperity.

- In spite of these arguments,...
- ...should be free to choose the preferred areas of study
- society will benefit more if the students are passionate about ....
- nobody can really predict...
- which areas of knowledge will be the most useful to society in the future....
- ..begin to value creative thinking skills above practical and technical skills.
- If this were the case, perhaps we should...

- It might seem sensible for...
- ...focus only on ...
- I personally prefer ...
- people have the right to ...
- whatever they like.

Topic 17: strict punishments, driving offences, traffic accidents, other measures, road safety.

- People have different views with regard to the question of ...
- a range of other measures can be used together...
- ...promote better driving habits.

- encourage people to drive more safely,
- Penalties for dangerous drivers can act as a deterrent,...
- meaning that...
- avoid repeating the same offence.
- There are vatious types of driving penalty, ...
- small fines, licence suspension, driver awareness courses, even prison sentences.
- The aim of these punishments is...
- ...have negative consequences.
- As a result,...
- ... become more discipline and alert
- ... follow the rules more carefully

- ...can be promoted in several different ways.
- do not punish drivers
- it is vitally important to ...
- educate people properly
- this could be done in schools...
- ...more attention could be paid to ...(safe road design)
- sign can be used to warn people...
- speed bumps and roand bends can be added to calm traffic
- speed camaras can help to deter people from driving too quickly
- reduce road accidents by...
- invest in better public transport

- ...can help to prevent bad driving,
- other road safety measures should be introduced.

Topic 18: modern world, dependent on others

- People have different views about wether ... (we are more or less...)
- modern life forces us to be more independent.

- There are two main reasons why...
- it could be argued that...
- life is more complex and difficult, ...
- the cost of living has increased so dramatically,
- (young adults) tend to rely on ...
- property price are higher than ever,
- it would be impossible for...
- pay a deposite and a mortgage.
- to be more ambitious
- want a better quality of life for their families.
- work full-time
- denpend on the support from granparents ad babysitters for child care

- i would agree...
- are more independent these days.
- ...becoming smaller and more dispersed.
- which means that...
- people can not count on relatives as much as they used to
- ...have more freedom to travel and live far away from...
- study abroad instead of...
- going to local universities.
- learn to live alone
- Another factor...
- ...allow us to work alone and from any part of the world.

- my own view is that ...

Topic 19: governments, financial support, creative artists, painter, musician, alternative sources

- People have differnt views about ...
- the funding of...
- the idea of government support

- there are many works of art in public space.
- several new statues and sculptures,
- ...has been redeveloped recently.
- ...represent culture heritage and history
- ...serve to educate people
- act as landmarks or talking points for visitors and tourists...
- ...without their funding our cities would be much less interesting and attractive.

- ...the argument against...
- ...the main reason for this view is that ...
- ...have more important concerns
- state budgets
- education, healthcare, infrastructure and security
- ...are vital for ...
-... function properly
- the works of creative artists
- another reason for this opinion is that....

- there are good reasons why...
- rely on alternative sources of financial support.

Topic 20: animal experiments , medicines, test, moral, benefit, humanity.

- It is true that...
- ...are routinely tested on ...
- I tend toward the viewpoint that...
- I would have to support...
- a limited amount of ...
- the development of medicines.

- there are clear ethical arguments against...
- the effectiveness of a new drug can be measured
- the lives of all creatures should be respected.
- ...do not justify the suffering caused.
- ...should use the alternative methods of research.

- reliable alternatives to ...
- ...may not always be available.
- Supporters of the use of animals in medical research...
- a certain amount of suffering...
- ... can be justified if human life are saved.
- need a medical treatment
- the use of animal experimentation.
- non-medical product
- it may be necessary evil ...
- medical procedures are concerned.

- it would be wrong to ban...
- vital medical research
- equally effective alternatives ...

Topic 21: video games, harmless fun, useful educational tool, effect, drawbacks, benefits

- ...can sometime have a positive effect on ...
- they are more likely to have a harmful impact.

- ...be both entertaining and educational
- ...be transported into virtual worlds...
- ...be offen more exciting and engaging than real-life pastimes.
- From an educational perspective, ...
- ...encourage imagination and creativity,
- concentration, logical thinking and problem solving.
- useful skills outside the gaming context.
- it has been show that...
- computer simulation...

- I would agree that ...
- the benifits are outweighed by the drawbacks.
- ...can be highly addictive...
- ...be constantly given scores, new targets and frequent rewards to ...(keep people playing)
- ...try to progress through the levels of a game.
- this type of addiction can ....
- ...ranging from ...(lack of sleep) to ...(problems at schools)
- homework is sacrificed
- the rise in obesity in recent years...
- the sedentary lifestyle
- lack of exercise
- accompany gaming addiction

- it seems to me that...
- the potential dangers of ...
- ...are more significant than the possible benefits.

Topic 22: museums, enjoyable places, entertain people, educate.

- People have different views about...
- the role and fuction of ...
- ...be both entertaining and educational

- it can be argued that ...
- the main role of ...is ...
- tourist attractions
- exhibit a collection of interesting objects.
- ...may become bored if he or she has to read or listen to too much educational content
- ...offen put more emphasis on ... rather than ...
- this type of museum is designed to be visually spectacular.
- ...may have interactive activities

- ...should focus on...
- the aim of ...should be ...
- some thing people did not previously know
- this means that...
- ...needs to be explained.
- ...can be done in various ways
- ...offer a headsets so that ...
- detailed commentary
- ...can play an important role in ...
- other aspects of life.

- it seems to me that ...
- should be able to ...
- an interesting, enjoyable and educational experience.


Topic 23: study, university, college, successful career, get a job.

- ...face the dilemma of...
- wether ...or...
- while there are some benefits to ...
- i would argue that ...

- ...is attrative for several reasons.
- start earning money as soon as possible
- becom independently,
- ...will be able to afford their own house and start a family.
- In term of career, ...
- ...rather than, ...
- may progress more quickly.
- ...will have a chance to gain real experience
- learn practical skills related to their chosen profession.
- This may lead to promotions and a successful career.

- it is more beneficial for ...
- academic qualification are required in ...
- it is impossible to become a doctor. teacher without having the relevant dgree.
- ...have access to more and better job oppoturnities.
- the job market is becoming increasingly competitive
- ...hundreds of applicants for on position.
- ...do not have qualifications from a university or college will not be able to compete.

- For the reasons mentionaed above, ...
- ...it seems to me that ....
- ... be more likely to be successful in ....
- beyond school level.

Topic 24: languages, in danger, extinction, governments, spend money.

- It is true that ...
- minority languages
- may disappear
- it can be argued that ...
- ...allowing this to happen,
- ...should be protected and preserved

- There are several reasons why...
- ...could be seen as a waste of money.
- small number of people
- expensive education programmes
- make sure that...
- have to pay for facilities.
- it would be much cheaper and more efficient for...
- kinds of cost related to communicating ....
- minority group

- Despite of above arguments, ...
- ...is much more than...
- simply a mean of communication
- a vital connection
- the cultural identity
- a whole way of life will disappear
- lose the rich of cultural diversity
- preserve traditions, customs and behaviours
- a part of country's history

- in the short term
- extremely negative impact on our cultural heritage.