FREE IELTS WRITING GUIDE
5 Writing Mistakes That Keep You at Band 6
(And How to Fix Them Today)
Written by a Ph.D. in English Language. Based on the official 2024–25 IELTS band descriptors. Over 40% of One Skill Retake candidates choose Writing — this guide shows you exactly why essays get stuck at 6.0 and what to change to reach 7+.
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Does This Sound Like You?
- → You have taken the IELTS exam before, but Writing dragged your overall score down.
- → You practise essays regularly, but your score stays stuck at 6.0 or 6.5 — and you do not know why.
- → You have read tips online, but you still do not understand what examiners actually look for at Band 7.
If you said yes to any of these, this free guide was written for you.
Inside Your Free Guide, You Will Learn:
1
Vague Thesis
Why examiners miss your position and how to write a single clear thesis line that proves your view fast.
2
Undeveloped Ideas
A clear P-E-E-E method (Point → Explain → Example → Extend) that turns shallow points into Band 7 depth every time you practice.
3
Mechanical Cohesion
Why 'Firstly, Secondly, Thirdly' kills your Coherence score and the natural linking alternatives that examiners prefer and reward.
4
Safe Vocabulary
Five instant word swaps and phrase upgrades that signal Band 7 lexical range without sounding unnatural or memorised to examiners.
5
Invisible Grammar Range
The four sentence types you must include in every essay to prove grammatical variety and avoid the 'simple-only' trap that caps scores.
BONUS: A 10-point Band 7 Checklist you can use before submitting any practice essay.
Qasim Adam
Ph.D. (English)
My name is Qasim Adam, and I hold a Ph.D. in English Language. After analysing hundreds of IELTS essays, I found the same five mistakes appearing in almost every essay that scores Band 6.
These are not random grammar errors. They are structural and strategic habits that signal “Band 6” to the examiner — and they are completely fixable.
I created this guide to give you the strategic advantage most test-takers lack: a clear understanding of what examiners want and how to deliver it, every time.
The Difference Between Band 6 and Band 7 Is Not Talent. It Is Technique
BAND 6 INTRODUCTION
"There are many opinions about whether the government should invest more in public transport. This essay will discuss both sides and give my opinion."
Problem: Tells the examiner what you will DO, not what you THINK.
BAND 7 INTRODUCTION
"While some argue that public transport investment is a waste of taxpayer money, I firmly believe that expanding public transit networks is essential for reducing congestion, cutting carbon emissions, and improving urban quality of life."
Why it works: Clear position + preview of reasons = Band 7 Task Response.
This guide shows you how to make this shift for every part of your essay.
40%+
of One Skill Retake candidates choose Writing
5.7
Average Writing score for many IELTS candidates
0.5
Band score improvement from fixing just 2–3 of these mistakes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this guide really free?
Yes, completely free. No credit card required. I created it to help IELTS candidates understand the most common Writing mistakes and how to fix them.
Is this for Academic IELTS or General Training?
Both. The five mistakes covered apply to Writing Task 2 for both Academic and General Training since both use the same scoring criteria and essay structure.
I am scoring Band 5. Will this help me?
Absolutely. The guide explains what separates each band level (5, 6, and 7) with real examples so you can see exactly what to aim for regardless of your starting point.
What happens after I download the guide?
You will receive the PDF instantly by email. Over the next few days I will also send free tips — including a before/after essay breakdown and a vocabulary cheat sheet. Unsubscribe anytime.
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