Part 1 · Band 9

what do you Study?

Source-reported band score · 19 words

Sample answer

Currently, I study math and international languages such as Japanese and English to become a pilot in the future.

Answer analysis

Fluency & Coherence

The ideas follow a clear sequence: you state what you study, give examples of the languages, and connect your studies to your future goal. The answer is direct, though it ends without explaining why these subjects interest you. For practice, give this answer in 20 seconds, then repeat it in 30 seconds by adding one truthful detail about your motivation or which subject you enjoy most.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is clear and relevant: “math,” “Japanese and English,” and “pilot” communicate the main information efficiently. The phrase “international languages” is understandable, but “languages” or “foreign languages” would sound more natural in this context. To extend your range without making the answer less conversational, try adding a precise phrase about your interest, such as “I’m particularly interested in learning Japanese.”

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Your sentence is grammatically sound and combines a present-tense statement, examples introduced by “such as,” and a purpose phrase, “to become a pilot.” The list of subjects is also easy to follow. Because this is one short sentence, it offers limited evidence of a wider range of structures. As a next step, add a second sentence beginning with “I’m especially interested in…” while keeping the same clear sentence structure.

Pronunciation

This is not an assessment of a recording; text alone cannot show how you pronounce the answer. For practice, mark the main stress in “international languages,” “Japanese and English,” and “become a pilot.” Say the answer in thought groups—“Currently, I study math and international languages / such as Japanese and English / to become a pilot in the future.” Record it, then check whether each group is easy to understand and the key words sound prominent.

A transcript shows language and organisation. Fluency, delivery and pronunciation require an audio recording; the synthetic voice demonstrates the text, not the original speaker.

  • Replace “international languages” with the more natural “languages” or “foreign languages.”
  • Add one truthful detail about why you chose Japanese, English, or mathematics.
  • Practise extending the answer with one follow-up sentence while keeping the response conversational and concise.

Plan your answer

Try your own response before reading the samples.

Ideas to explore

  • Explain what you study and your current stage of study.
  • Give a brief reason for choosing the subject, such as family encouragement or personal interest.
  • Mention a challenge, an enjoyable aspect, and a future plan to make the answer personal and complete.

Suggested structure

  1. State your subject and year of study.
  2. Explain how you came to choose it.
  3. Describe one challenge and one part you enjoy.
  4. Finish with a short goal or reason the subject suits you.
Useful vocabulary & examples
career path
the direction of someone's working life or choice of profession

I was initially unsure about my career path.

financial stability
having a dependable level of income and financial security

My parents value the financial stability that a medical career can offer.

clinical placement
a period of practical learning in a healthcare setting

Clinical placements let students apply theoretical knowledge in practice.

a particular specialty
a specific area of professional focus, especially within medicine

I have not decided on a particular specialty yet.

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Band 9

I am currently in my fifth year of medical school where I study medicine. Initially, I wasn't sure about my career path, but my parents encouraged me to pursue a career in medic...

Band 8

At my school, I studied physics, applied mathematics, and international languages like Russian, Japanese, and English.

Band 7

Currently, I'm a student at Foreign Trade University. My major is international business. At school, I study logistics, marketing, sales, and other aspects related to the econom...

Band 6

As a high school student, I study a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, and history. This diverse curriculum helps me gain a well-rounded education and prepar...

Band 5

I study four languages. It's a really thorough study of languages, and I hope to pursue it as a career in the future.

Band 4

No, I am taking an English course located near my place to improve my English level so I can continue my master's degree in offices.