Tag Archives: English Courses

Crisis Commission at Somerset House

By Language Centre tutor Amanda Adorni, May 2012 UAL Language Centre students visited the Crisis Commission at Somerset house this month. Contemporary artists were asked to create a work that represents ‘homelessness’ – and they are all on show for … Continue reading

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Class Debates

Students from Academic English have classroom debates on topical issues. Teacher Anna McKenna says “Academic speaking skills are assessed and practised in a number of ways in the Academic English classes. One enjoyable and useful exercise is for the students … Continue reading

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Interview dates in March

A UAL international co-ordinator will be in Malaysia, China and Thailand during March 2011. Here are the details: 25-26 March: Malaysia interviews 25-29 March: China interviews, Shanghai 28- 30 March: Thailand interviews, Bangkok 28-30 March: China interviews, Guangzhou For information … Continue reading

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The Year of the Rabbit celebrations

Language Centre staff and students celebrated Chinese New Year, the year of the Rabbit on February 3rd 2011.  Everyone came together during English class break time to enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits. This was a good time for both the teachers and the students … Continue reading

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Overseas Courses

Gareth Rees (Course Leader EAP China) says “Since August, we have been running a continuous programme of academic English and masters preparation courses in Beijing, China. This programme has built on previous years, when we have run a few separate … Continue reading

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London Project 2010

Students on this years Pre-Sessional course took part in the London Project 2010 at London College of Communication. Students were asked to produce a piece of work using the city as their inspiration.  Above are some of the examples -  more … Continue reading

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Life in the city

Writer, artist and illustrator Salvatore Rubbino gave an inspiring lecture on his work to Pre-sessional students  at London College of Communication about city life.  ‘A Walk in New York’ was explored through illustrations of walking through midtown Manhattan during 2004. This … Continue reading

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End of term trip

Language Centre students enjoyed the end of term trip with their teachers last week. Groups from Amanda, Shireen, Gareth & Racheal’s Intermediate and Pre-intermediate classes visted areas around London. This included going to the Aldwych Exhibition at Somerset House and … Continue reading

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Edurne sings in English class

  Spanish singer and Grease musical star Edurne attended English classes with a difference.  Not only did she complete her Upper Intermediate lessons but also improved her English skills through one – one  singing sessions with teacher and trained singer Gareth … Continue reading

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Goodbye Davies St, Hello High Holborn

Language Centre students and teachers got together to say goodbye to Davies Street and looked forward to the new start in High Holborn. Classes have now been running at High Holborn for a month and continue to provide high quality … Continue reading

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