In today's knowledge-driven economy, a university degree is often regarded as a stepping stone to career success, yet a growing number of people question its actual value, arguing that practical experience and skills training far outweigh academic credentials. Is the fundamental mission of a university to cultivate critical thinking and broad knowledge, or should it prioritize directly serving the immediate demands of the job market? Please articulate your stance on this debate, providing reasons and concrete examples to support your viewpoint.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Band Descriptors
Task Response: Address all parts of the task, present a clear position, support ideas with evidence
Coherence and Cohesion: Logical paragraphing, clear progression, appropriate linking devices
Lexical Resource: Wide range of vocabulary, accurate and natural collocations
Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Variety of sentence structures, error-free grammar
Overall band score is 0-9, each criterion weighted equally.
Answering Tips
Spend 5 minutes planning your position and main arguments
Use the structure: Introduction - Body 1 - Body 2 - Concession - Conclusion
Develop each body paragraph with: topic sentence + explanation + example + summary
Use a variety of linking words, avoid repetition
Reserve 5 minutes at the end to check grammar and spelling