Everyday IELTS Topics

The set of subjects and content a school or course teaches. "Critics argue the national curriculum leaves little room for the arts."

Teaching or instruction, especially paid — and, in everyday use, the fees for it. "Private tuition gives wealthier students an advantage."

The ability to read and write — often extended, as in digital or financial literacy. "Digital literacy is now as essential as numeracy."

Able to continue long-term without exhausting resources or harming the environment. "Cities need sustainable transport systems, not more lanes."

Gases or substances released into the air, especially greenhouse gases from vehicles and industry. "Carbon emissions from aviation keep climbing."

Severe overcrowding, most often of traffic. "A congestion charge cut inner-city traffic within a year."

The shift of population from the countryside into cities. "Rapid urbanisation puts pressure on housing and public transport."

The basic physical systems a society runs on — roads, railways, power, water, internet. "Ageing infrastructure holds back economic growth."

Involving a lot of sitting and little exercise. "Sedentary lifestyles are a major driver of obesity."

A person's overall state of health, comfort and happiness. "Employers increasingly measure staff well-being, not just output."

The average number of years a person can expect to live. "Life expectancy has risen by a decade in two generations."

The regular journey between home and work. "Remote work has cut the daily commute for millions."

All the people working or available to work in a country or company. "An ageing workforce forces employers to rethink retirement."