Writing report

general IELTS Writing: Task 1

Overall score

7.00

7.0 of 9.0

Submitted on

Oct 12, 2025 (6 months ago)

Writing duration

0 minutes

Task description

You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time. Write a letter to your boss. In your letter, explain why you want to reduce your working hours, say which hours you would like to work, describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer.

You should write a minimum of 150 words.

Source: Cambridge 19

Task answer

Dear boss, I hope this email finds you well. I'm writing to request to lessen my working hours as I'm thinking of attending a course which is highly related to my career and I believe can improve my skills in the related areas. In order to be able to take part in this online course, I need to take Mondays and Wednesdays from 8 to 11 am off for a period of 6 months. I'm completely aware of the importance of my role and responsibilities in the company and I can assure you that despite the short term inconvenience that my absence might cause, it will benefit both myself and the company it the long term. I would strongly appreciate your agreement and permission on this matter. Furthermore, I'm open to having a meeting to discuss that in person. thanks in advance for your help and understanding. Best regards, Yasamin

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