WRITING WORKSHOP

A LETTER OF APPLICATION
LEARNING
OUTCOMES
By the end of the lesson, students will be…
…able to identify the different parts of a
letter of application and the language used
and
…write an outline for a letter of application.
What is a letter of
application?
A letter of application, which is sometimes
called a cover letter, is a type of document
that you send together with your CV. It
provides details about your experiences and
skills.
LOOK AT THE FOLLOWING
ADVERT
TICK THE THINGS YOU WOULD EXPECT
TO SEE IN THE LETTER OF APPLICATION

a.- An invitation to contact the applicant

b.- A description of the applicant’s previous experience
X c.- Headings to structure the letter
d.- A formal greeting
e.- Reasons why the applicant is suitable for the job
X f.- Suggestions for the organization of the IT classes
g.- Information about the applicant’s use of technology
h.- The applicant’s reason for writing
 Match the parts of H
D

the letter with the

descriptions
G
A. An invitation to contact the applicant B

B. A description of the applicant’s previous

experience
C. Headings to structure the letter
D. A formal greeting E
E. Reasons why the applicant is suitable for
the job
F. Suggestions for the organization of the IT
classes
A
G. Information about the applicant’s use of
technology
H. The applicant’s reason for writing
 Read the letter again.
Mark true (T) or false (F)

1. Fumi started experimenting with technology as a T F

teenager.
2. Fumi is interested in new technology. T F

3. Fumi helped out at a sports club in the UK. T F

4. Fumi thinks volunteering is very valuable. T F

5. Fumi is able to work without supervisión. T F

enquire concerning
apply
I would like to__________for the job I saw
with regard advertised on your website last week.
in connection
apply in connection I am writing______________ with the possition
which was advertised in Travel Today magazine.

COMPLETE concerning
I am writing to you____________the job
advertisement for a salesperson.
THESE
SENTENCES
with regard
I am writing___________to the conference
acholarships I read about on your website.
WITH THE enquire
I am writing to_____________about a possible
PHRASES IN position as your teacher assistant.
THE BOXES
MATCH (Formal vs Informal) 1d 3e 5c
1. I have a great deal of experience. 2b 4f 6a
2. I would be grateful if you could send a. My English is great.
me more information about the
position. b. Can you tell me a bit
3. I attended university, where I more about the job?
completed a degree in French and c. Can’t wait to hear from
Spanish. you!
4. I have a good knowledge of website d. I have loads of
design.
experience.
5. I look forward to receiving your reply.
e. I did languages at uni.
6. I speak English to a high level of
proficiency. f. I know quite a lot about
how to make graphics
look good.
FIND SEVEN
MISTAKES
MISTAKES

1. Dear Sir or Madam

2. Enquire about
3. I saw your
advertisement
4. I would be very
grateful
5. Left university
6. If you require any
further information
7. Look forward to
hearing from you
ANALYSIS
Useful language
Useful language
Sentence connectors:
To introduce an additional idea: Also, too, besides, Furthermore, Moreover, In addition, Additionally

To introduce an opposite idea: On the other hand, However, In contrast, Instead, Nevertheless

To introduce an example: For example, For instance

To introduce conclusion or summary: In conclusion, In summary, To conclude, To summarize,

Finally, To sum up, As this essay has demonstrated

To clarify chronological order: First, (second, third, fourth, etc.), Next, Finally, First of all, After that,
Since then
To indicate order of importance: More importantly, Most importantly, Above all

To introduce alternative: Otherwise

WRITE A LETTER OF
APPLICATION (140-190 words)
• Plan your letter. Answer these
questions first:
1. What is the most suitable
greeting and closing?
2. What relevant experience do
you have?
3. What is your level of English?
4. Are there any other reasons
why you would be suitable for
the job?
WRITE YOUR DRAFT
Dear____________
ADVERT 1
ADVERT 2
ADVERT 3
SAMPLE OF A
LETTER OF
APPLICATION