As artificial intelligence and automation technologies gradually replace traditional occupations, some argue that universities should shift their curriculum focus entirely toward employment skills training, while de-emphasizing humanities and foundational science education. However, others maintain that the core mission of universities lies in cultivating critical thinking and lifelong learning abilities, rather than merely serving the short-term labor market. Please discuss both positions and indicate which one you support. Provide reasons and support your argument with concrete examples.
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