English UK news

Call for Speakers - ELT Management Conference 2011

25 November 2010
English UK is now accepting proposals to speak at the prestigious ELT Management Conference which takes place on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th March 2011 at the brand new conference venue, TheStudio, in Manchester. read more +
English UK issues press release on why student visas are the wrong targets for cuts

24 November 2010
The following press release was issued by the association on Monday, outlining why student visas are the wrong targets for cuts. read more +
Government can change visa system whilst protecting one of the UK's top five export industries, says English UK

22 November 2010
English UK today published its input to the government's review of the UK visa system for students, with proposals we believe will help meet the objectives of reducing net migration and reducing abuse of the system, whilst protecting one of our top five export industries. read more +
3 for 2 offer on all training days

19 November 2010
English UK is currently running a three for two offer on all training days that are scheduled up until the end of the 2010-2011 academic year. read more +
English UK Teachers' Conference attracts record numbers

17 November 2010
What does a man in a gorilla suit, practical advice on creative teaching, and tips on ways to turn a British Council inspection from an ordeal into an opportunity have in common? They were among the many highlights of the English UK Teachers' Conference, held in London at the weekend. read more +
English UK Teachers' Conference Sold Out

10 November 2010
The upcoming English UK Teachers' Conference on 13th November is now sold out! The Prospero House venue near London Bridge is set to welcome over 270 teachers with the total number of participants expected to exceed 320. This number far exceeds the previous record for attendees and is a recognition of the high regard in which the event is held by English UK members. Delegates are advised to get to the venue in good time and will be able to enjoy a welcome breakfast on arrival.
English UK Teachers' Conference - don't miss the greatest show in town

5 November 2010

Excitement is building with just over a week to go till this year’s English UK Teachers’ Conference. Interest in the 2010 event which will be held at Prospero House in London on 13^th November remains high with attendance levels likely to break all records. An added treat for delegates at this year’s event is a gigantic fireworks display organised as part of the Lord Mayor’s Show which can be viewed from 5pm on London’s nearby South Bank. CLICK HERE for further details of the show and please go to the training section of the website for booking details for the conference.
Ireland strategy for international students

4 November 2010

The Irish government has announced plans to increase international student numbers in higher education by 50 per cent and the numbers in English language schools by 25 per cent.
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