Hi everyone! If you’re preparing for your IELTS exam you might be worried about the reading section of the test. The reading part can be...

Sick of sitting there with your nose in a coursebook? Fancy a night on the town ? Why not head out to one of London’s many theatres and...

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 speaking test causes quite a bit of anxiety among candidates. This is totally understandable because speaking is very exposing,...

Confused about prepositions? I don’t blame you! Remember that there are several different types of preposition (place, time etc). Most...

Giving an oral presentation in your own language can be nerve-wracking enough, and I can only imagine what it must be like to present in...

OMG! LOL!! I’m sure you’ve seen, heard and even used one of these extremely common abbreviations, but do you know the difference between...

If you’re studying for an IELTS exam, or are planning to in the future, you may already have read last weeks blog: ‘5 top tips for IELTS...

So you’ve decided on the right course for you and booked your place. It might go without saying, but the experts on the particular test...

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...

Studying English part-time can be a great way to learn and practice. I’ll give some reasons below, and if you’re looking for a studying...

Prepositions. These little guys can be very confusing. In my opinion, the easiest way to learn prepositions is to associate them with a...

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...