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Apr 2021
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133. Subjects You Like vs Subjects That ...

LILIE KING
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Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

 

subjects they have a passion for

subjects they are passionate about 

subjects they are interested in 

disciplines 

 

scientific and technological subjects

 

take on loans

tech giants 

pay off their debts

 

be more likely to

increase the likelihood of

improve their chances of

 

put in effort

become expert (‘Expert’ is an adjective here )

Read the whole sample essay here: https://www.ieltsessaybank.com/all-university-students-should-study-whatever-they-like/

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