IELTS Academic Writing by task
Task 2 is the same essay format as General Training. Task 1 differs.
Academic Task 1 Guide
Bar charts, line graphs, maps, processes, tables — overview + comparisons.
OpenAcademic Task 2 Guide
Opinion, discussion, and problem-solution essays — structure and Band 7 language.
OpenAcademic Writing Checker
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OpenTask 1 Samples
Band 7–9 model reports for charts, maps, and process diagrams.
OpenLine Graph Sample
Trend language, overview sentences, and comparison structures.
OpenMap Sample
Location vocabulary and change-over-time map reports.
OpenFrequently asked questions
What is the difference between Academic and General Training Writing?
Task 2 is the same essay for both modules. Task 1 differs: Academic asks you to describe a chart, graph, map, or process; General Training asks you to write a letter.
How is IELTS Academic Writing scored?
Both tasks are scored on Task Response, Coherence & Cohesion, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range & Accuracy. Task 2 counts twice as much as Task 1.
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