IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 | Reasons Students Chose a UK university
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Chart - Reasons for Choosing a UK University (1997 vs. 2007)
Sample Answer
The charts illustrate the changing priorities of students selecting a university in the UK between 1997 and 2007. In 1997, "Good sports and social activities" (35%) was the most significant factor influencing student choice, followed closely by "Quality of teaching" (22%). "Suitable degree courses" (19%) and "Proximity to parental home" (18%) held similar importance, with "Quality of resources" (6%) the least influential factor.
A shift in priorities is evident by 2007. "Quality of teaching" (37%) became the most crucial factor, surpassing even "Good sports and social activities" (30%), which remained important but declined slightly. "Suitable degree courses" (17%) and "Proximity to parental home" (10%) saw a further decrease in significance. Interestingly, "Quality of resources" (6%) remained the least influential factor across both years.
Overall, the chart highlights a growing emphasis on academic quality for UK university selection between 1997 and 2007. While social aspects remained important, "Quality of teaching" and the availability of "Suitable degree courses" gained greater weight in student decision-making.