Task
A friend of yours is thinking about applying for the same course that you did at university. He/She has asked for your advice about studying this subject.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- give details of the course you took at the university
- explain why you recommend the university
- give some advice about how to apply
Candidate’s Answer
This is an answer written by a candidate who achieved a Band 7.0 score.
Dear William,
I hope this letter finds you well.
As per your request, regarding advice, I am writing you so that you can have some more information about the course, the university and the application process.
First of all, the course I studied was Intensive English, offered either in the morning or the evening.The one in the morning goes from 7 to 11am Monday to Thursday, on the other hand, the one in the evening is from 5 to 9pm on the sane days. The whole course is 8 weeks. They are always taught by the best teachers, that’s really motivating.
As a second point, the university. It’s so organized! Besides, it’s near where you live so access is easy.The cost is something you can pay monthly and they give you different options.The university really cares for your learning process so they also offer a tutor to help you if needed. I really recommend you the institution.
In order to fullfill the application, you just have to call the number of registration office and the receptionist will ask you for the course code, whic is 139, and some personal details. She’ll let you know when the course starts.
I hope you find it useful! Do not hesitate to contact me again.
Regards, Jeanine
Examiner’s Comment
This letter covers all three bullet points in some depth, as ideas are developed and extended for each bullet point. Information is logically organised and there is a clear progression throughout the script. Cohesive devices are used well [First of all | Besides | In order to] and there is use of reference [They] and substitution [The one in the morning | the one in the evening | the same days]. There are some examples of less common vocabulary [motivating | access | learning process | institution | receptionist] and there are only occasional spelling errors [whic / which].There is a variety of complex structures showing a good level of grammatical control.
