You will be prompted to practice these Speaking & Conversation topics. First, read the introduction below:
In this lesson, we practice the 5 most frequent questions in IELTS Speaking Part 1 under the title of Studies & Education.
If you have to change your major, what would your new one be?
If I had the chance to change my major, I would choose psychology because I am fascinated by human behavior and mental health. I believe studying psychology would help me understand people better and maybe work in counseling someday.
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6. If you have to change your major, what would your new one be?
Helpful words/collocations:
• change my major
• choose a different field
• study psychology
• human behavior
• new area of interest
• explore other disciplines
How do you go to university every day
Most days, I commute to university by bus and sometimes walk for part of the way. I find this routine convenient and cost-effective. I also listen to music or podcasts during my commute to make it more enjoyable.
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7. How do you go to university every day?
Helpful words/collocations:
• go by bus/train/car
• commute to university
• daily transportation
• walk to class
• travel time
• public transportation
Do you want to continue your education?
Yes, I plan to continue my education after completing my undergraduate degree. I am considering pursuing a master's degree because I want to deepen my knowledge, improve my skills, and increase my job opportunities.
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8. Do you wish to pursue further education?
Helpful words/collocations:
• continue education
• pursue a degree
• further studies
• graduate school
• higher education
• academic goals
Do you call yourself “a book worm”
Yes, I consider myself a bookworm because I love reading in my free time. I enjoy exploring different genres and topics, and I often spend many hours with a good book, which helps me relax and learn at the same time.
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9. Do you call yourself "a bookworm"?
Helpful words/collocations:
• love reading
• avid reader
• enjoy books
• spend a lot of time reading
• passionate about literature
• reading habit
What should a student do to be successful in his/her studies?
To succeed academically, a student should stay organized, manage their time wisely, and stay motivated. It’s also important to participate actively in classes, seek help when needed, and keep a positive attitude towards learning.
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10. What should a student do to be successful in his/her studies?
Helpful words/collocations:
• stay organized
• manage time effectively
• stay motivated
• set goals
• develop good study habits
• seek help when needed
A typical answer could be:
Typical Answer:
“If I had to change my major, I would probably choose data science. I’m really fascinated by how data can be used to drive decisions and create insights. The increasing importance of big data in various industries is really appealing to me, and I think it would complement my skills in software engineering very well. I would love to explore machine learning and data analysis further.”
Exam Question:
Question 2: “If you have to change your major, what would your new one be?”
Similar Questions:
1. “If you could study anything else, what would it be and why?”
2. “What other field of study are you interested in, aside from software engineering?”
3. “If you were to start over and pick a different major, what would you choose?”
4. “Is there an area of study that you find intriguing enough to consider switching to?”
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“Please ask me five questions on the subject of Education as asked in the IELTS speaking exam part 1. Check my answers and give relevant feedback.”
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To teachers #1
Begin by introducing the task and explaining that students will describe their “Education & field of study”. This activity will help them practice using a variety of descriptive words and phrases.
To teachers #2
Provide a list of useful words and collocations for each aspect of the description to help students formulate their thoughts and responses.
To teachers #3
Provide short sample answers for each part to demonstrate how students can structure their responses. This helps them understand what is expected and gives them a starting point for their own answers.