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IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Higher education

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a job. On the other hand, other people think getting experience and developing soft skills is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

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Advantages and Disadvantages EssayTask 2

Many university students nowadays live away from home and their parents because of their university location, while others live with their families. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each situation?

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Advantages and Disadvantages EssayTask 2

In the past, when students did a university degree, they tended to study in their own country. nowadays, they have more opportunities to study abroad. what are the advantages and disadvantages of this development?

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Opinion EssayTask 2

Higher education can be funded in several ways including the following three: 1. all costs are paid by the government. 2. all costs are paid by the students. 3. all costs are paid by the student using loans from the government that must be repaid after graduation. Discuss the benefits of each option. Which is the best one?

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Opinion EssayTask 2

Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Opinion EssayTask 2

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Going overseas for university study is an exciting prospect for many people. But while it may offer some advantages, it is probably better to stay home because of the difficulties a student inevitably encounters living and studying in a different culture.

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