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Featured events and international opportunities for the UK
Seminars for English teachers
Seminars for English teachers
Are you a professional in English language teaching in the UK? Join our seminars on current issues in English language teaching. This is an opportunity for professional development and networking. Every seminar is free of charge, but you need to book in advance.
Ice Lab exhibition: Manchester
Ice Lab exhibition: Manchester
'Ice Lab: New Architecture and Science in Antarctica' is an exhibition illustrating how innovative contemporary architecture is enabling scientists to live and work in one of the most extreme environments on our planet. See it in Glasgow until 2 October or in Manchester from 21 October 2013.
Live: The Story of the Jews
Live: The Story of the Jews
In partnership with Editorial Intelligence and the British Council, writer and historian Simon Schama will be speaking about ‘The Story of the Jews’ – the basis for his new book and recent BBC TV series. Please visit this page to watch a live stream of the event on 7 October, 18:30 BST
British Council blog
Why you should learn 1,000 words in another language
Brits have a reputation for being poor linguists, so a group of UK institutions, including us, launched a campaign to encourage everyone – not just the elites – to learn at least 1,000 words in another language.
Hong Kong's education reforms
Opportunities for UK universities
National skills training
Why employers should get involved