IELTS Letter Writing

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are employed full-time and also doing a part-time evening course. You are not able to continue the course. Write a letter to the course lecturer. In the letter,      - explain why you cannot continue the course      - describe the situation      - say what you will be doing You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ......, Model Answer: Dear Mr Smith, I am currently enrolled in an evening management course at the Institute of Management in Berlin, Germany. I am afraid I cannot continue the course due to the excessive work pressure in my office. Actually, the office is running understaff now and I have to play a couple of roles together with my assigned duties. So, it is hard for me to manage time in the evening as I usually leave...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You have decided to apply for the job. Write a letter to the director of the Museum. In your letter,      - introduce yourself      - explain what experience and special skills you have      - explain why you are interested in the job You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir or Madam, I am Hannah Mark, an undergrad arts major student at the University of Chicago. While seeking for a suitable job during the summer holidays, I have noticed your advertisement published in the Daily Herald on 28th July. I am writing to apply for the job. I am experienced in dealing with customers ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are not happy with the course you are doing at a college and would like to change to a different course. Write a letter to the college director requesting to change your course. You should include details about:      – what course are you doing now      – why you are not satisfied with that course      – what course would you like to change to You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir, Model Answer: Dear Sir, I am an undergraduate student in your college and writing to seek your permission to change a course I have taken this semester. I took ‘Statistics and Analysis’ at the beginning of this semester, exactly 8 days ago and would like to take Sociology instead. I took Statistics and Analysis according to the recommendati...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are looking for a part-time job at a football club. Write a letter to the manager of the football club. In your letter,      - introduce yourself      - explain what experience and special skills you have      - tell him/her when you think you can start You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Model Answer: Dear Sir, I am Atul Finn, a college graduate from the University of Sri Lanka. I was a successful captain in my school and college football team. I wish to work with your football club and that is why writing to you. I am skilled in volunteering in football matches, coach the young player and play the role of a referee. Effective communication is another skill that I own. I want to start my career in this track and that's why seeking for a part-time job at your club. I cou...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You want to apply for the following job. "Waiter/ waitress required for evening work. Some experience would be necessary." Write a letter to Mr Moore describing your previous experience and explaining why you would be suitable for the job. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Mr Moore, Model Answer: Dear Mr Moore, I am Victor Rock, applying for the position of a waiter at your restaurant. In fact, I did not miss the advertisement seeking a waiter for your restaurant in the centre of London. You would be glad to know that I have some experience of performing the role as a waiter. I worked at a local restaurant in the city as a part-timer for about one and a half year. So, I know how to serve people – taking orders and serving them accordingly, reserving seats, greet them and th...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. As an international student in Sweden, you have an account with a local bank. The monthly bank transfer you receive from your parents has been delayed this month due to an error at your parents’ bank. Write a letter to your bank. In your letter:       - introduce yourself and ask for a loan       - say why you need the money       - tell how you intend to pay back the money You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir/Madam, Model Answer: Dear Sir/Madam, I am Rosy Roy, an undergraduate international student at the Lund University in Sweden. I have a Current Account with your bank which I use to receive money from my parents from Singapore and do some personal transaction. This month, I need a loan from your bank as ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You find that your study load is too heavy. Write a letter to your college teacher explaining why you need to withdraw from two courses. Ask if it is possible to obtain a refund. Write a letter asking him to wait for you at the airport and tell him how to identify you. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir, Model Answer: Dear Sir, I am Paul Newman, an undergrad student at your college,  writing to inform you that I find my current courses difficult to maintain and would like to withdraw two curses in this semester. I got admission to the college last year and now in the fourth semester. I took six courses this semester. But now, I am experiencing that the academic loads are heavier than I thought. I know this is not trendy but it would be better if I drop two of the courses this ...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are looking for a part-time job. Write a letter to an employment agency. In your letter:      - introduce yourself      - explain what sort of job you would like      - say what experience and skills you have  You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow - Dear Sir/ Madam, Model Answer 1: Dear Sir/ Madam, I am Julia Moore and have completed my graduation from the University of Tokyo in Japan. But I am an international student here and wish to pursue post-graduation from the same university. Now I need a part-time job to enhance my skill. I would like to get a part-time job related to sales and marketing. I prefer the sector because it allows to grow rapidly and build a solid career. Besides, my education and previous experience make me capable...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are interested in applying for a scholarship program to study at a foreign University. Write a letter to inquire about the course. In your letter:       - explain which course you are interested in       - tell what you know about the University       - explain why you should receive the scholarship You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow; Dear Sir/Madam, Model Answer 1:  Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing this letter to get some information about a specialized course that you offer in your university in Tokyo. I would like to get admitted in 'Humanities and Sociology' course in your renowned university as a scholarship-granted candidate. In fact, University of Tokyo is one of the leading universities in Japan and one of the fi...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are going to study in a college in the UK next year. You would like to stay in a college Hall of Residence. Write a letter to the college giving your accommodation requirements. You should outline what your room and food needs are and also ask what alternatives are available if they cannot provide what you want. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow; Dear Sir/Madam, Model Answer:  Dear Sir/Madam, I am so excited to be a part of your college and my classes will start from the beginning of February 2019. I would like to stay in the college Hall of Residence. Here are some requirements for me and shall be obliged if you kindly reply soon. Please advise me if as suitable accommodation is available for me at the college or if you have an alternative. I would like to have a single room with an...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Your local hospital has advertised people to do unpaid work helping at the hospital. You would like to do some work at the hospital in your free time. Write a letter to the hospital. In your letter:          - explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the hospital          - say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do          - give details of when you would be available for this work You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow; Dear sir/Madam, Model Answer:  Dear Sir/Madam, I am a student of a local university in London and have recently noticed an advertisement from a hospital for their need for people to do unpaid volunteer work. I would like to participate in the work as I have previou...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write a letter to a financial organisation that gives money to students who would like to take a part-time course. Write a letter to a local financial organisation. In your letter,      - give your qualifications and work experience      - give details about the course      - explain how this course will help you You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follow; Dear Sir/Madam, Model Answer:  Dear Sir/Madam, I am Mathew Andrew, came to know from an online source that you offer funds to students who want to take part-time courses at reputed universities. Currently, I am working as a full-time sales executive for a software development company and would like to complete a course in graphic designing. A local training centre is offering the co...

IELTS GT Writing Task 1 (Letter Writing) Sample: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off from your work to complete it. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter,     - ask for some time off to complete a qualification.     - suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off.     - say how the qualification will help your job or company. You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write your own address. Model Answer:  Dear Sir, I am pursuing my post-graduation from the University of Paris and took a part-time job at your office about a year ago. My MBA final term exam will begin next week, and so I need some time off from my work. You do not need to worry about the projects I am assigned to as I will adjust everything by working extra time once the final exam is over. In fact, if I am done with the final exa...