1. What is the IELTS Writing Score Calculation?

The IELTS Writing test consists of two tasks, with Task 2 carrying twice the weight of Task 1. The overall writing score is calculated by combining these two scores with proper weighting.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the official IELTS formula:

Where:

• \( Task1 \) — Score for Writing Task 1 (0-9 band)
• \( Task2 \) — Score for Writing Task 2 (0-9 band)

Explanation: Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the final score because it requires more advanced writing skills and carries more marks in the actual test.

3. Importance of Accurate Scoring

Details: Understanding how your individual task scores combine helps you identify which areas need more focus and predict your final writing band score more accurately.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your Task 1 and Task 2 scores (must be between 1 and 9 in 0.5 band increments). The calculator will compute your overall writing score.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why does Task 2 count more than Task 1?
A: Task 2 requires more advanced writing skills (250 words vs 150 words) and assesses your ability to present and justify an argument, which is more important for academic and professional settings.

Q2: How is the final score rounded?
A: The final score is rounded to the nearest 0.5 band (e.g., 6.25 becomes 6.5, while 6.75 becomes 7.0).

Q3: What if I do much better on one task than the other?
A: Your stronger task (especially if it's Task 2) will pull your score up, but significant differences might indicate you need to focus on improving your weaker area.

Q4: Are both tasks scored on the same criteria?
A: Both are scored on Task Achievement/Response, Coherence/Cohesion, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range/Accuracy, but with different weightings for each task.

Q5: What's considered a good writing score?
A: Most universities require 6.5 or 7.0 overall, with some demanding 6.0+ in each component. Check your specific requirements.