IELTS SPEAKING PART 3 DISCUSSION TOPICS

Here is a list of IELTS Speaking Discussion Topics commonly used in Part 3 of the Speaking test, grouped by theme. These are ideal for classroom discussion, homework practice, or mock tests. You can use these to prepare for the IELTS Speaking test.

🔹 Education

• What are the advantages of studying abroad?

• How has education changed in the past 50 years?

• Should university education be free?

• Do you think exams are the best way to assess students?

🔹 Technology

• How has technology affected communication?

• What are the dangers of using social media?

• Should children be allowed to use smartphones?

• How will artificial intelligence change our lives?

🔹 Environment

• What can individuals do to help protect the environment?

• Should governments invest more in renewable energy?

• What are the effects of pollution in big cities?

• Why do some people still ignore environmental issues?

🔹 Work and Career

• What jobs are popular in your country?

• Is job satisfaction more important than salary?

• How has remote work changed the way we work?

• Do you think people will work fewer hours in the future?

🔹 Health

• What are the benefits of a healthy lifestyle?

• Should the government ban fast food?

• Why do people avoid exercise?

• How has healthcare improved in recent years?

🔹 Travel and Tourism

• How has tourism changed in the past decade?

• What are the positive and negative impacts of tourism?

• Should governments limit the number of tourists?

• Why do people enjoy travelling to other countries?

🔹 Culture and Society

• How important is it to preserve traditional culture?

• What role does art play in society?

• Should museums be free to enter?

• What are some ways people can help others in the community?

🔹 Media and Advertising

• How does advertising influence people’s choices?

• Should celebrities be used in advertising?

• Is the news in your country reliable?

• How do people consume media differently now compared to the past?

🔹 Lifestyle

• Why are people busier than before?

• What are the advantages of living in a big city?

• Is a simple life better than a busy one?

• Should people try to live more sustainably?

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