IELTS Writing Task 2: Education topics

Some people think that all university students should be required to study subjects outside their main field, such as history or philosophy.

Some people believe that children learn best when lessons are strictly structured by the teacher. Others think children should be free to choose what and how they study.

Universities in many countries now recruit a large proportion of their students from overseas.

Many students leave university with large debts that take years to repay.

Some schools have replaced printed textbooks entirely with tablets and laptops.

Some countries require every school student to learn a second language from the age of six.

Many students now study a subject at university that they never use in their working lives.

Nowadays, students sleep less than they used to in the past. What do you think is the reason behind this? What are the effects on individuals?

In some countries, fast food restaurants and companies give money to school provided that the school promote their products to school children. What do you think is the positive and negative of this in the development of children?

Many young people choose to take a year out between finishing school and starting university in order to work experience or to travel. The experience of non-academic life this offers benefits the individual when they return to education. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Some people think the government should pay for healthcare and education, but others believe it is not the government's responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion?

Many people use distance learning programmes to study at home, but others think that it cannot bring the benefits as much as attending college or university. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

Some children receive almost no encouragement from their parents regarding their performance at school, while other children receive too much pressure from their over enthusiastic parents which can have a negative impact on the child. Why do you think some parents put too much pressure on their children to perform well at school? What do you think the role of a parent should be in their child's education?

Some argue that teachers should focus on academics more than motivating students. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

3. School subjects like art and music are as important as science and math. What is your opinion?

Some people believe that schools are no longer necessary because students can study well at home through the internet. To what extend do you agree or disagree

Some people believe that governments should pay the full course fees for students who want to study in universities. Do you agree or disagree with thí statement?

Some people say that educational success depends most of the time on having a good teacher. Other say that attitude of students also matters? Discuss both views and provide your opinion.

Some people think that students should study only subjects that will be useful in the future, while others believe they should study a wide range of subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid community work in their free time. This can benefit teenagers and community as well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, many students are choosing to study online from home instead of attending classes in person at a university or college. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Televised talent shows have become popular in many societies today. Are these shows good method of finding talented people, or are they just entertainment?

More and more tourists and scientists are interested in traveling to remote areas, such as the South Pole. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some of the schools insist that all students have their own laptop in class to assist in their education. What are the advantages of this? What are the disadvantages of this.

In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the causes of this problems and what measures could be taken to solve them ?

Some people feel that learning a foreign language is an essential component of a child’s education. Others feel that learning a foreign language is often a waste of time that can be better spent on learning about technology and other more vocational subjects. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say this is a positive trend, while others argue that it leads to negative consequences. Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion

Nowadays people are influenced by fashion, in particular when choosing their clothes and hairstyle. Is this a positive or negative development?

Some people think that large impressive buildings are important for a city. Others believe that the money should be spent on improving schools and hospitals. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

full time university spend most of their time behind academic subjects. Some people say that they should engage in other activities also. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that children’s unhealthy lifestyle is the responsibility of parents and schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people agree that schools are no longer necessary because students can study well at home through the Internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Scientist found that most crimes are committed by people who lack education. Some people think that the best way to reduce the crime rate is to provide prisoners with education because it will help them find a job when they leave prison. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that schools should remove traditional subjects like history and geography and replace them with more practical courses, such as financial literacy and coding. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people say history is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that subjects like science and technology are more important than history today. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Inventors are not as important to society as doctors. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that children should start learning a foreign language when they are very young. Do you agree or disagree with this view?

Some studies suggest criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, the best way to reduce crime levels is to educate people in prisons so that they can get a job after they are released from prison. To what extent, do you agree or disagree?

Governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move from large cities to regional areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people believe that a good teacher plays a crucial role in academic success, while others argue that success mainly depends on students’ attitudes. In my view, both aspects play an equally important role in educational achievement.

Some people believe that after a child enters school, their teachers will have more influence than their parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In order to improve a contry's education system youg students should be allowed to openly criticize their teachers during class time. What is your opinion? What are some other ways education system could be improved?

Full time university students spend most of their time behind academic subjects. Some people say that they should engage in other activities also. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Some people work for the same organisation all their working life. Others think that it is better to work for different organisations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Some scientists think that there are intelligent life forms on other planets and messages should be sent to contact them. Other scientists think it is a bad idea and would be dangerous. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Nowadays technology is increasingly being used to monitor what people are saying and doing (for example, through cellphone tracking and security cameras). In many cases, the people being monitored are unaware that this is happening. do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages

Some people think that childcare centers provide the best services children of pre- school age. Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

In some countries university students live at home with their family while they study, whereas in other countries students attend university in another city. Do you think the benefits of living away from home during university outweigh the disadvantages?

Many think that religion should be taught in schools while others think it should be avoided. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Online learning can never fully replace classroom learning. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that there are now too many cars on the roads, and that they are spoiling our towns and cities. Do you agree or disagree?

In many countries, a small number of people have extremley high annual incomes. These people should be required to pay a much higher rate of income tax. To what extend do yo agree or disagree with this opinion?