One of the most common stereotypes about the British (and the English in particular) is that they are very polite. There are many reasons...

Our Advanced class students at UKCE have explored various tech-driven methods, from apps to podcasts, to enhance their language skills.

Unfortunately, you can’t just pick any word from the list of synonyms, as the word ‘good’ is used in several different ways.

The IELTS exam is a real challenge, even for fluent speakers of English. I would recommend that you think carefully about taking the exam...

1. Enrol on a IELTS course at UKCE I wouldn’t recommend trying the IELTS exam without doing a course first. The IELTS exam tests both...

Tired of the rat race*? The 5 day working week might be coming to an end (in some companies, at least) after a nationwide trial ended in...

You don’t have to be in the classroom to be learning and practising your English. Social activities are a great way to hear and speak...

In this blog entry, Advanced class students share their thoughts on how mastering English extends beyond mere communication, opening...

Unlock the charm of the English language with insights from our talented Advanced Class students. They take you on a journey through the...

Email is normally a pretty informal way of communicating these days, but there are often times when you have to write a formal email....

Ready to watch some TV in English? This can be a great activity to help you unwind but you’ll still learn something, even if it’s just a...

Another two easily confused words this week. Fortunately, the difference between these two is fairly straightforward though the...

These two words are often confused by learners of English, and I can see why: the meanings are similar. Sometimes, natives use speak and...

There’s a table that you might have seen in your lessons which tries to “translate” what British people mean when they say certain...

Do these little conversations sound familiar? A. How are you feeling today? B. I’m feeling good, thanks. A. How’s the food? B. Really...