Task Requirements for all sections of the IELTS Test
IELTS Writing
IELTS tests candidates’ ability to produce two quite different pieces of writing in a fairly short period of time.
The test is divided into two parts and candidates are allowed 60 minutes to complete both parts.
Academic
The IELTS Academic Writing test takes 60 minutes. Candidates have to complete two tasks, of 150 and 250 words.
In task 1, candidates are asked to describe some information in the form of one or more bar charts, line graphs, diagrams, pie charts or tables.
In task 2, candidates are given an opinion, a problem or an issue to discuss.
General
The IELTS Academic Writing test takes 60 minutes. Candidates have to complete two tasks, of 150 and 250 words.
In task 1, candidates are asked to write a letter in response to a situation or problem.
In task 2, candidates are given an opinion, a problem or an issue to discuss.
IELTS Writing Task 1
In the first part, candidates will be given a task based on some information, presented in graphic and diagrammatic form or write a letter in response to a problem or solution.
Candidates are expected to write a descriptive report of at least 150 words on the information provided.
IELTS Writing Task 2
In the second task, candidates are assessed on their ability to produce a clear and logical argument on a given topic.
Most of the topics are of general interest to, suitable for and easily understood by students at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
Candidates will have to write at least 250 words and, as task 2 is longer than task 1, it is suggested that about 40 minutes is spent on this task and 20 minutes on the first task.
You can use tips and information on this website to help make it easier to obtain a higher score, but remember you still need to work at learning the language to be successful.
Please share to someone you know and in the meantime take a look at my Facebook Page and Website for IELTS answers and you can also join my Facebook Group here too.
Good Luck
Jonathan
I’m Jonathan
I’ve taught IELTS and University English in more than a dozen universities and schools around the world.
I’m a parent, traveller and passionate about language teaching and helping students achieve their dreams.
Whilst living in Austria or working in Asia, I run IELTS courses to help students get to where they want to be.
If you are serious about IELTS, connect with me to see how I can help you.
The Best Approach to Task 2 Writing
Paragraphing in Task 2 Writing
Writing – Benefits of a Foreign University Education
Was this helpful? Leave a comment :)