Writing

Here you can find activities to practise your writing skills. You can improve your writing by understanding model texts and how they're structured.

The self-study lessons in this section are written and organised according to the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). There are different types of model texts, with writing tips and interactive exercises that practise the writing skills you need to do well in your studies, to get ahead at work and to communicate in English in your free time.

Take our free online English test to find out which level to choose. Select your level, from beginner (CEFR level A1) to advanced (CEFR level C1), and improve your writing skills at your own speed, whenever it's convenient for you.

Choose your level to practise your writing

Beginner A1

Writing practice to help you write short, simple texts about known topics and fill in forms. Texts include messages, emails and forms.

 Pre-intermediate A2Writing practice to help you write short, simple texts, notes and messages. Texts include messages, forum posts, personal profiles, forms and emails. Intermediate B1Writing practice to help you write simple connected text on familiar topics that are of personal interest. Texts include forum posts, reviews, messages, short essays and emails. Upper intermediate B2Writing practice to help you write clear, detailed text on a wide range of topics related to your interests. Texts include essays, reports, reviews, messages and emails. Advanced C1Writing practice to help you write clear, well-structured texts about complex subjects. Texts include essays, proposals, articles, reports, reviews and emails. Writing for a purposeThis section will help you to improve your writing for college and university assignments. These materials are for advanced C1 and proficiency C2 level learners.

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