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Tips to improve your IELTS reading
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...

Tom Morss
Nov 18, 20243 min read
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5 easy plays and musicals for English language learners
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...

Tom Morss
Oct 22, 20242 min read
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How to be polite in English
One of the most common stereotypes about the British (and the English in particular) is that they are very polite. There are many reasons...

Tom Morss
Oct 7, 20243 min read
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Thinking about starting an IELTS course?
The IELTS exam is a real challenge, even for fluent speakers of English. I would recommend that you think carefully about taking the exam...

Tom Morss
Aug 19, 20242 min read
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Outdoor Cinemas in London
It took a while, but summer has finally arrived! Why not use the long, bright and (usually) warm evenings to watch a film outside?...

Tom Morss
Aug 18, 20243 min read
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The best food markets in London this summer
If you’ve been living in London for a while, you will have found your local supermarket for your weekly shop. Don’t forget, though, that...

Tom Morss
Aug 5, 20243 min read
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May newsletter
Dear Student,  As the warmth of summer begins to embrace us, we eagerly welcome the season of sun-drenched days and vibrant evenings....

UKCE
Jun 4, 20243 min read
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How to make a killer presentation in English
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...

Tom Morss
Apr 23, 20243 min read
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20 useful abbreviations
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...

Tom Morss
Apr 11, 20244 min read
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7 things you must do when writing your CV in English
Imagine you're a recruiter hiring someone for a job in your company. You have 200 applicants for one vacancy, so you're not going to have...

Tom Morss
Apr 8, 20243 min read
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5 top tips for IELTS Writing Task 1
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...

Tom Morss
Apr 3, 20243 min read
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Your 2024 Horoscope
Written by the students of Shaylyn’s Upper Intermediate class: Andres, Malvina, Alejandro, Domi, Elizabeth, Jumana, Annie, Gleb, Ana and...

UKCE Students
Apr 3, 20244 min read
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Tips to ace your English test for Citizenship
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...

Tom Morss
Mar 25, 20243 min read
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5 top tips for IELTS writing task 2
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...

Tom Morss
Mar 14, 20243 min read
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Proving your English ability for the British citizenship test
So you’ve decided to stay in the UK. Welcome! In a future blog I’ll discuss the citizenship test in more detail, but first you’ll be...

Tom Morss
Mar 4, 20244 min read
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The Benefits of a 4-day working week
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...

Tom Morss
Feb 22, 20243 min read
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Social Activities - Have fun and learn English
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...

Tom Morss
Feb 12, 20243 min read
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January newsletter
A word from Head of Business Development Dear Student,   If January is the month of change, February is the month of lasting change....

UKCE
Jan 30, 20242 min read
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How to become a British Citizen
Love the UK so much you want to live here forever? Fantastic news! Here’s a guide on the first steps you’ll need to take to become a...

Tom Morss
Jan 22, 20242 min read
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The benefits of studying English part-time, and a great offer!
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...

Tom Morss
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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