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]]> The Singaporean Dream vs The Singaporean Reality Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:01:12 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Singaporeans+in+Conversation%3a+%22The+Singaporean+Dream+vs+The+Singaporean+Reality%22&Event_ID=a78838d9-3509-4d5b-9215-6bb4b8249121 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Are we becoming a nation of spoilt brats? Are young Singaporeans justified in their demands, or are they simply detached from reality and unappreciative of what they have?

Join Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Community Development, Youth and Sports, The United Kingdom Singapore Student Council (UKSSC) and the rest of the participants as they discuss their dreams and expectations in the context of Singapore’s economic, social and political reality at 10.00 a.m. on Saturday 28 August 2010 at the Civil Service College Auditorium. ]]> Did you know? Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:39:51 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/did-you-know/10150246883325478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Did you know? Did you know? Nouns and adjectives can be made from phrasal verbs. 

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]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 16 Aug 2010 19:01:17 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-its-a-piece-of-cake/10150246151655478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week It's a piece of cake!' means 'It's very easy!' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> SGEM free workshops Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:38:11 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event-calendar.aspx?country=singapore contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Speak Good English Movement  Check out our free workshops for the Speak Good English Movement (SGEM) from August 2010 onwards.]]> Writing (August 2010) - Primary Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:34:26 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-edm-writing-primary2-2010aug contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Civic Life is a British Council project all about what makes a sense of community and the places that are important to you in your homecountry. This project is capturing the imagination of communities all over Singapore. Take a look at: www.civiclife.sg.

We asked the children to tell us about their favourite places in Singapore and why they like them so much. Here is what some of our Primary 2 children in Tampines had to say about their home country.]]> Notes from a Red Dot Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:33:23 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/notes-from-a-red-dot-starling-chorus/10150246145320478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Notes from a Red Dot Starling Chorus. Read more here.

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]]> Journey of the Youth Olympic Flame Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:29:50 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157624720310282/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games  Check out our photos of the Journey of the Youth Olympic Flame on Day 6 (Friday 13 August) at Napier Road in front the British Council Singapore.]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:55:39 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-look-up-to/10150242967120478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To look up to' means ... Read here for the explanation and example sentence.

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]]> Did you know? Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:53:58 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/did-you-know-phrasal-verbs-singapore-english-versus-standard-english/10150242958080478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Did you know? Did you know? Phrasal Verbs: Singapore English versus Standard English

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]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:52:35 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-theres-a-skeleton-in-my-cupboard/10150242914725478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week There's a skeleton in my cupboard!' means 'A shocking, hidden secret.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Notes from a Red Dot Fri, 6 Aug 2010 17:36:16 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/notes-from-a-red-dot-ginger-gardens/10150239493940478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Notes from a Red Dot Ginger Gardens. Read more here.

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]]> Word Bank Fri, 6 Aug 2010 17:35:05 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/word-bank-week-5/10150238855785478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Word Bank here.

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]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 4 Aug 2010 13:12:49 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-look-like/10150238225455478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To look like' means ... Read here for the explanation and example sentence.

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]]> Marsiling Centre's new team photo Wed, 4 Aug 2010 12:12:33 +0800 http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4139/4858661919_dabee862fe_m.jpg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Check out our Marsiling Centre's new team photo taken on 31 July. Call us at +65 6368 1225 or visit us at our Marsiling Centre.]]> Did you know? Tue, 3 Aug 2010 12:19:35 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/did-you-know-phrasal-verbs-are-culture-specific/10150237512350478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Did you know? Did you know? Many phrasal verbs are culture specific.

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]]> IELTS Information for candidates (July 2010) Tue, 3 Aug 2010 13:09:07 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-exm-info-ielts contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  The IELTS Information for candidates (July 2010) is online. Find out more about the British Council IELTS.  ]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 2 Aug 2010 16:14:50 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-i-smell-a-rat/10150236865320478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week I smell a rat!' means 'I'm feeling suspicious!'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:44:49 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-cock-up/10150233645725478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To cock up' means ... Read here for the explanation and example sentence.

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]]> ELTons 2011 Awards Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:11:24 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/learning-eltons contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  The ELTons is an annual competition run by the British Council to reward excellence in English language teaching and the call for entries is now open. Deadline: Thursday 30 September 2010.]]> Did you know? Phrasal Verbs have ... Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:58:13 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/did-you-know-phrasal-verbs-have-/10150233014315478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Did you know? Did you know? Many Phrasal Verbs have more than one meaning ...

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]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 26 Jul 2010 13:09:57 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-to-play-cat-and-mouse-game/10150232353990478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week To play cat and mouse game!' means 'To trick someone into making a mistake so that you can have the advantage'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Photos - Singapore Garden Festival Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:30:36 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157624420244595/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student social activities  Like the UK Chelsea Flower Show, Singapore has her own Garden Festival. Around 50 students and staff went there on Satuday 17 July 2010.

Photos are on our British Council Singapore Flickr.

Count down to the next one at the Gardens by the Bay in 2012!]]> Notes from a Red Dot Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:12:20 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/notes-from-a-red-dot-thaipusam/10150230654825478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Notes from a Red Dot Thaipusam. Read more here.

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]]> Warwick Summer Games 2010 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:05:23 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Warwick+Summer+Games+2010&Event_ID=0c960572-a654-4785-af89-1f626e827cbf contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Warwick Summer Games 2010 is finally here!

This muchly anticipated event of the summer promises to be a day of fun-filled activity on Satuday 4 September 2010 at 8.30 a.m. at the Hwa Chong Institution, bringing Singaporean students all across UK together in this sporting tournament. Games to be contested include basket...ball, street soccer, touch rugby, floorball and netball. ]]> Word Bank Thu, 22 Jul 2010 23:20:37 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/word-bank-week-3/10150230237945478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Word Bank here.

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]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:34:27 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-top-up/10150229493670478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To top up' has two meanings. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Did you know? Phrasal Verbs have different grammar ... Tue, 20 Jul 2010 14:56:44 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/did-you-know-phrasal-verbs-have-different-grammar-/10150228615260478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Did you know? Did you know? Phrasal Verbs have different grammar ...

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]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:11:59 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-youre-barking-up-the-wrong-tree/10150227821035478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week You're barking up the wrong tree!' means 'You're looking for information or help in the wrong place or wrong person.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> LearnEnglish Kids – Fun with English Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:42:54 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1228361647683 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg LearnEnglish  LearnEnglish Kids is the British Council's website for children who are learning English as a second or foreign language.

Kids can have fun with games, songs, stories and lots of activities - and learn English too. The activities on the site are designed for learners to do at home, on their own, with friends or with their parents.

LearnEnglish Kids is also for teachers and parents The site can help teachers of young learners as lots of the activities can be used very effectively in the classroom. There will also be a support section for parents looking to help their children's learning of the English language outside of the classroom.]]> Notes from a Red Dot Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:41:33 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/notes-from-a-red-dot-going-underground/10150226026020478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Notes from a Red Dot Going underground. Read more here.

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]]> LearnEnglish - Learn, share, succeed Fri, 16 Jul 2010 11:31:42 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1228323846738 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg LearnEnglish  LearnEnglish is the British Council’s website for learners of English.

Adult or professional, you can learn English on the LearnEnglish website. You can become a member and contribute to the site, interact with other learners and download free resources.

LearnEnglish includes interactive features such as user comments, discussion forums, content rating and polls, as well as media-rich materials including podcasts, flash games and video.]]> Word Bank Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:48:32 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/word-bank-week-2/10150225537175478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Word Bank here.

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]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:10:50 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-catch-up/10150224665165478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To catch up' means 'To improve and reach the same standard as other people in your class'. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Photos - BES Award Ceremony Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:04:31 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157624474230260/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  A certificate presentation. Some food, fun and prizes. What better way to celebrate the achievements of our British Council Award winners? 

Congratulations to our British Council Singapore's Business English Skills (BES) Award winners who recently received their certificates at the BES Award Ceremony on Friday 9 July 2010. ]]> Did you know? Tue, 13 Jul 2010 15:33:23 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/did-you-know-there-are-/10150224094680478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Did you know? Did you know? There are ...

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]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:48:53 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-im-off-the-hook/10150223181310478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week I'm off the hook!' means 'I have escaped from a difficult situation, responsibility or obligation.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Bioethics in today's world: A discussion with four UK experts Fri, 9 Jul 2010 15:11:42 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Bioethics+in+today's+world%3a+A+discussion+with+four+UK+experts&Event_ID=42c85972-bdb3-4a1a-b966-cf251d73594a contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  We live in a world of rapid change. Everyday seems to bring reports of exciting new developments in science and medical technology. Such technology aims to save and improve our lives, but it also raises many ethical issues.

UK universities are not just at the forefront of the scientific developments, but they are also deeply involved in research and teaching related to these ethical issues.

Open to all students, teachers and researchers, this event at 6 p.m. on Thursday 29 July 2010 at Suntec Singapore, aims to provide an introduction to bioethics (ethical issues relating to medicine and the human sciences), through a lively discussion session with 4 UK experts.]]> Cambridge International Examinations Fri, 9 Jul 2010 10:13:02 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-school-exams-cie-exam-dates.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  November 2010 Cambridge International Examinations are now open for registration. ]]> Notes from a Red Dot Fri, 9 Jul 2010 09:24:27 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/notes-from-a-red-dot-singapore-seasons/10150221361065478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Notes from a Red Dot Singapore Seasons? Read more here.

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]]> Where the heart is : Civic Life Fri, 9 Jul 2010 08:57:17 +0800 http://civiclife.sg/competition.html contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Have a look at details of our Civic Life short film competition, just launched. If you are in Singapore, I hope we will see you, your friends, family and students taking part!

SHOW US THE PLACES THAT MATTER TO YOU for a chance to win a trip to Encounters, the UK’s leading short film festival!]]> Word Bank Thu, 8 Jul 2010 18:47:51 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/word-bank-week-1/10150220896940478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Word Bank Welcome to the Word Bank!

Every fortnight new lists of words are posted. Use a dictionary to find the meaning of the words and example sentences. Then try to write your own sentences using the vocabulary. Examples are provided the following week. Good luck!

We start off with Week 1 today on easier and harder words today.

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]]> TIONG BAHRU Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:49:11 +0800 http://www.youtube.com/user/BritishCouncilArtsSg#p/a/u/0/Lq76zQ9xEZc contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Joe Lawlor and Christine Molloy talk about TIONG BAHRU, the latest in the acclaimed CIVIC LIFE films. Shot on location in the art deco heritage estate of Tiong Bahru in Singapore in June 2010, the film features a cast of 150 volunteers drawn from Tiong Bahru and from across Singapore. ]]> Yesterday.sg » Civic Life: Tiong Bahru. It’s a wrap! Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:47:15 +0800 http://yesterday.sg/2010/07/civic-life-tiong-bahru-its-a-wrap/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Civic Life: Tiong Bahru is a collaboration between the National Museum of Singapore and the British Council, with the support of the Singapore International Foundation and the A.UDE Promotion Programme of the URA.]]> Tiong Bahru Estate: The Straits Times : Film stars of Tiong Bahru Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:38:06 +0800 http://tiongbahruestate.blogspot.com/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  The film is a collaboration between the British Council and the National Museum of Singapore with support from the Singapore International Foundation. Speaking to Life! over the telephone from London, Molloy says: 'The script will be ... Tiong Bahru Estate - ]]> Tiong Bahru residents to star in upcoming film Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:34:21 +0800 http://singaporeseen.stomp.com.sg/stomp/sgseen/in_the_heartlands/401810/resid...ents_of_tiong_bahru_star_in_upcoming_local_film.html contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Apparently, this 'Civic Life Tiong Bahru' film is supported by the National Museum of Singapore, the British Council, the Singapore International Foundation and Arts Council England. The finished film will be shown at the National Museum of Singapore in October 2010. ]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 7 Jul 2010 19:46:46 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-cheese-of/10150220230315478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To cheese of' means 'Bored or annoyed'. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Studying at Newcastle University Business School Mon, 5 Jul 2010 18:17:54 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Studying+at+Newcastle+University+Business+School&Event_ID=1526f1c2-7655-4374-82ff-578295c216c3 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Newcastle University Business School would like to invite prospective students and their parents to an information session at 6.30 p.m. on Monday 19 July 2010 held at the British Council Singapore.

The session will provide you with the opportunity to learn more about studying business-related subjects in the UK. You will also be able to meet with Dr. Lana Y.J. Liu who is the joint Head of International Undergraduate Recruitment and Lecturer in accounting and finance at Newcastle University Business School.]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 5 Jul 2010 09:31:16 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-dont-lose-your-head/10150218441640478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week Don't lose your head!' means 'Stay calm! Don't get upset.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Notes from a Red Dot Fri, 2 Jul 2010 17:18:44 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/notes-from-a-red-dot-what-do-you-notice-in-singapore/10150216775940478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Notes from a Red Dot What do you notice in Singapore? Read more here.

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]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Fri, 2 Jul 2010 09:59:38 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-tuck-in/10150216655300478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To tuck in' has two meanings. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Civic Life: The stars of Tiong Bahru Thu, 1 Jul 2010 15:28:54 +0800 http://theonlinecitizen.com/2010/07/civic-life-stars-of-tiong-bahru/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Read the on-set report on Civic Life-Tiong Bahru featured on The Online Citizen. ]]> Introduce a friend and get S$100! Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:47:56 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-els-introduce-a-friend-green contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Be rewarded for every person you introduce who signs up for a full-time course. Hurry! Find out how you can participate in the scheme. ]]> Photos - East Coast BBQ Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:54:40 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157624256748865/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  Friday 25 June saw another successful barbecue at East Coast Park attended by over 90 students, both part-time and full-time, as well as staff. This was yet another opportunity for our students to meet new friends and practise the language they have learned in class in a real life situation.

Photos are on the Singapore Flickr.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 30 Jun 2010 10:52:32 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-he-gave-me-the-cold-shoulder/10150215418135478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week He gave me the cold shoulder!' means 'He behaved in an unfriendly manner toward me.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Lancaster University Management School Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:53:07 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Lancaster+University+Management+School&Event_ID=9a30d49b-7806-4fa9-96a5-2529a31fbea5 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  LMC Academy, in partnership with Lancaster University Management School, will be holding an information session on the Lancaster Global MBA programme to prospective students at 7.30 p.m. on Friday 2 July 2010 at the British Council Singapore's Napier Road Centre. ]]> Filming in Tiong Bahru Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:59:59 +0800 http://www.civiclife.sg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  On the roof at Tiong Bahru ... Please hold the rain!!! http://www.civiclife.sg ]]> Where are we now? Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:52:03 +0800 http://www.civiclife.sg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  The bathroom scene! http://www.civiclife.sg ]]> Civic Life Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:44:55 +0800 http://www.civiclife.sg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  The line dancers are being filmed! http://www.civiclife.sg]]> Day one begins! Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:18:55 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=24176&id=1851853547 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  First shot is in the can! http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=24176&id=1851853547]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Fri, 25 Jun 2010 11:18:12 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-veg-out/10150212299870478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To veg out' means 'Be very lazy and spend time doing very little'. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Civic Life Tiong Bahru Fri, 25 Jun 2010 09:59:44 +0800 http://www.civiclife.sg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  First day of shoot at the Tiong Bahru market. And it's pouring with rain! There goes the schedule! http://www.civiclife.sg]]> Photos - Student Cultural Exchanges Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:10:25 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157624281184846/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  Our full-time students and teachers organised not one but two cultural exchanges at Napier Road Centre over the June school holidays. Over 30 students and staff turned up.

Photos are on our Singapore Flickr.]]> New job - Education UK Manager Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:30:10 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-education-uk-manager.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Deadline: Satuday 10 July 2010. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.

Download the job description, application form and other details here.

Job aim: To lead in delivering the agreed strategy for Education UK partnerships, including the promotion of global citizenship through the promotion of the UK as an authority in International Education, the development of effective partnerships at Higher Education level and providing marketing and recruiting services to partner UK universities and other institutions.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:31:41 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150211732715478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week I'm in the doghouse!' means 'In a position of disfavour, shame or trouble.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Studying Law in the UK - Durham University Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:56:27 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Studying+Law+in+the+UK+-+Durham+University&Event_ID=ca25acc2-c569-46cc-b49f-89ca1d2f6d70 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Durham University Law School would like to invite prospective students and their parents to an information session at 6 p.m. on Tuesday 20 July 2010 at the British Council Singapore. The session will provide you with the opportunity to learn more about studying Law in the UK.

You will also be able to meet with Mr Roger Masterman who is a Senior Lecturer in the Law School. Check out details here.]]> Visits by UK institutions at Overseas Academic Link (OAL) Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:52:34 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Visits+by+UK+institutions+at+Overseas+Academic+Link+(OAL)&Event_ID=1b63e795-f545-4572-9d38-2f093ace7801 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  The Overseas Academic Link (OAL) will be organising informative sessions by various UK institutions including Bellerbys College, University of Southampton, University of Leeds and University of Liverpool to prospective students for 2010 and 2011 intake.

The sessions are from 30 June to 29 July 2010. Check out the venue, times and contact details here.]]> British Council Student Privileges Discount List Mon, 21 Jun 2010 18:17:16 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-student-privileges-discount-list contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student privileges  Show your British Council Singapore Student Card to enjoy the following benefits.]]> World Cup English Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:23:26 +0800 http://premierskills.britishcouncil.org/world-cup contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  The World Cup English section of the Premier Skills website will be live for the duration of the World Cup, with daily blogs previewing each group; online interactive quizzes; football-based games and video of fans talking about who they want to win the World Cup. ]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:21:49 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-chip-in-with/10150209779420478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To chip in (with)' has two meanings. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Teacher Development Centre Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:08:37 +0800 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4Ik9i58TQ4 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  Our Teacher Development Centre (TDC) offers a range of courses, training programmes and workshops, to support your development as a teacher. ]]> Top Tips for IELTS Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:40:50 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-ielts-fees-and-payment-terms.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg IELTS  This is a collaborative venture between Cambridge ESOL and the British Council and it is a valuable additional resource to candidates preparing to take the IELTS test. It includes a complete real IELTS practise test with revision guides and advice to candidates for each part of the IELTS tests. The book with the interactive CD-ROM costs S$38.

Check out our other IELTS preparation resources.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:30:09 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-its-raining-cats-and-dogs/10150207111805478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week It's raining cats and dogs!' means 'It's raining heavily.' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Wordshake App Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:51:31 +0800 http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/en/games/wordshake contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  A new fun interactive game for Facebook or to download and play on an Android™ Smartphone - compete against the clock trying to make as many words as you can from a grid of letters. The longer the words the more points you get.

To play on Facebook go to our apps page http://apps.facebook.com/wordshake and for more info on our Android app http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/en/games/wordshake.  

Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HId97u-6EyI  ]]> The British Council's digital future - British Council Digital Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:41:27 +0800 http://britishcouncil-digital.ning.com/profiles/blogs/the-british-councils-digital-1 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  Look out for the British Council Singapore featured three times on the ‘Why British Council Digital?’ video clip during the following time slots: 3:12 - 15, 4:44 - 52 and 4:53 - 5:00.]]> New job - Regional Recruitment Manager Tue, 15 Jun 2010 09:51:32 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-regional-recruitment-manager.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Deadline: Tuesday 15 June 2010. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.

Download the job description, application form and other details here.

Job aim: To support the strategic objectives of English and Exams Global Business Plan by successfully and timely placing required number of Teachers for respective Teaching Centres, within East Asia and China.

]]> First Steps Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:46:02 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-edu-first-steps-2010-11 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  A pre-departure guide for international students coming to study in the UK 2010-11.

Every year, the UK welcomes thousands of students from all over the world. Perhaps like you, they come here to experience the fantastic opportunities a UK education can offer, and the amazing social and cultural mix you’ll enjoy while you’re living here.

This guide is designed to help you get ready for what we hope will be the experience of a lifetime, and it’s packed with useful and important information. There’s a lot to take in. So please try and take the time to read it carefully.]]> Loughborough University Alumni (Singapore) Golf Clinic 2010 Mon, 7 Jun 2010 17:07:15 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Loughborough+University+Alumni+(Singapore)+Golf+Clinic+2010&Event_ID=e93a336e-8099-46f5-9713-7a26c3ba3279 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Loughborough Alumni (Singapore) is organising golf clinic for all alumni who are enthusiastic to learn to play golf but never knew where to start, on Saturday 10 July 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Jurong Country Club.]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Mon, 7 Jun 2010 12:50:17 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-fish-around/10150201608740478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To fish around' means 'To search for something in a bag, pocket, etc.'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> The First Draft Mon, 7 Jun 2010 12:43:04 +0800 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8SgnQhQ_cc contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  THE FIRST DRAFT is Singapore’s first dedicated one-year part-time professional screenplay development programme for screenwriters. THE FIRST DRAFT takes a selected group of 12 budding screenwriters through a year-long programme consisting of two one-week-long residential workshops, one-to-one mentoring sessions, monthly group discussions and online consultations.

Listen to tutors Kelly Marshall and Tessa Sheridan talk about the programme here.]]> Pre-departure 2010 for UK-bound students Mon, 7 Jun 2010 12:20:34 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Pre-departure+2010+for+UK-bound+students&Event_ID=d6a19229-c493-4202-8dcc-0097d8edf4f1 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Our Education UK Team will hold a Pre-departure event for UK-bound students on Saturday 24 July at Suntec Singapore (Theatre and Gallery East, Level 3).

Details on the seminar programme will be available closer to the event date. Come and meet with representatives from the various student society groups and find out what to expect when you first arrive in the UK. A list of participating groups will soon be available.
]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 7 Jun 2010 12:17:35 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-to-give-in-to-somebody/10150201529710478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week To give in (to somebody)' means 'To yield / to stop fighting and surrender'. Read here for the explanation and two examples.

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]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Wed, 2 Jun 2010 10:21:14 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-chicken-out/10150198671565478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To chicken out' means 'Decide not to do something you said you would because you are afraid'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> New job - Director Creativity Wed, 2 Jun 2010 10:19:07 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-director-creativity.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Deadline: Tuesday 15 June 2010. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.

Download the job description, application form and other details here.

Job aim: To strengthen the international profile and engagement of the UK’s creative sector through building effective partnerships between creative individuals and organisations in the UK and Singapore.

The postholder needs to ensure that there is a clear arts strategy for Singapore and that local experience, priorities and market factors are appropriately incorporated into regional strategies and plans.

A key challenge in the role will be in building a range of effective partnerships, in both the public and private sector, that result in partnership and income opportunities. The postholder will need to be comfortable with digital and ensure that a significant digital presence is built into all programmes to increase their reach and impact.

]]> New job - PDC Resources and Client Services Executive Wed, 2 Jun 2010 10:13:31 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-pdc-resources-and-client-services-executive.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Deadline: Tuesday 15 June 2010. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.

Download the job description, application form and other details here.

Job aim: To promote the smooth and effective delivery of Professional Development Centre (PDC) courses through efficient management and organisation of course materials and resources. To project a professional image of the British Council and to render polite and helpful services to clients at all times. To provide administrative support through student and course administration and front office duties.]]> Johnny Grammar's Quizmaster Tue, 1 Jun 2010 15:21:11 +0800 http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/en/grammar-games contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  Test yourself against our resident expert Johnny Grammar with this app for Android™ Smartphone. If you don’t have an Android phone then you can try our grammar games online.]]> The First Draft Mon, 31 May 2010 17:54:04 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=The+First+Draft&Event_ID=f05d67ea-cc0b-42ac-9bda-49d80568da84 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  Singapore’s first dedicated one-year part-time professional screenplay development programme for screenwriters. THE FIRST DRAFT takes a selected group of 12 budding screenwriters through a year-long programme consisting of two one-week-long residential workshops, one-to-one mentoring sessions, monthly group discussions and online consultations. ]]> Teacher Development Centre Mon, 31 May 2010 16:52:37 +0800 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4Ik9i58TQ4 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  Here in Singapore we have a huge range of training courses to meet the needs of teachers and tutors. Listen to what our satisfied participants have to say about us. ]]> IELTS Success Story Mon, 31 May 2010 16:22:41 +0800 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opNTefVXtrY contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Success story  Marcelo from Brazil scored an amazing Band 8 in his recent IELTS exam. Listen to him talking about how the British Council helped him to achieve this fantastic result. ]]> Idiom of the Week Mon, 31 May 2010 15:15:35 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-you-drive-me-up-the-wall/10150197454995478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week You drive me up the wall!' means 'You make me crazy! You annoy me!' Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Improve your vocabulary with MyWordBook Mon, 31 May 2010 10:12:37 +0800 http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/en/word-games contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  An interactive vocabulary notebook for language learners available for iPhones and iPod Touches. If you don’t have one of these phones then you can try our vocabulary games online.]]> Photos - The Helix and Singapore Arts Festival 2010 Opening Tue, 18 May 2010 14:39:04 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623947591495/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  Exciting trip to the new Helix Bridge at Marina Bay. 68 students and staff turned up for a trip to 'The Helix and Singapore Arts Festival 2010 Opening' in the evening on Friday 14 May 2010. Photos are on our Singapore Flickr.]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Tue, 18 May 2010 12:25:07 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-swan-around/10150189470895478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To swan around' means 'To enjoy yourself and behave in a relaxed way that can be annoying to others'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Idiom of the Week Tue, 18 May 2010 11:42:53 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-down-to-earth/10150189437705478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week Down-to-earth' means 'Practical, realistic, sensible (e.g. down-to-earth ideas)'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> New job - East Asia Digital Services Director Mon, 17 May 2010 17:40:20 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-east-asia-digital-services-director.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  To support delivery of the region’s objectives by providing technical support and expertise as well as leadership and advice on digital strategy and delivery to colleagues in operations and marketing and communications and to the regional management team. Download the job description and application form. Deadline on Friday 28 May 2010.

Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.]]> New job - Finance Director Mon, 17 May 2010 17:34:39 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-finance-director.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  This post will lead in providing an effective financial and administrative management service to support the strategic objectives of the Singapore operation. Download the job description and job application form. Deadline on Sunday 30 May 2010.

Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Mon, 17 May 2010 17:31:20 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-beaver-away/10150187125375478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To beaver away' means 'To work very hard'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 12 May 2010 09:20:10 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-a-little-bird-told-me/10150185512045478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week A little bird told me!' means 'Someone told me - but I won’t tell you who!'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> I, Peaseblossom - Tim Crouch (UK) Tue, 11 May 2010 10:17:24 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=I%2c+Peaseblossom+-+Tim+Crouch+(UK)&Event_ID=94f3352d-12ef-40f0-bea9-e0214445ae55 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  'I, Peaseblossom' is the story of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as re-lived through the fevered nightmares of Shakespeare’s most neglected fairy. Best for six year olds and above. Post-show dialogue after every performance.

“… if only the plays were taught like this in schools, nobody would ever say Shakespeare was boring." – The Guardian, UK.

From 25 to 27 May, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., 50 minutes (no intermission), S$25 per ticket from SISTIC, NAFA Studio Theatre, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts - Campus 3. ]]> I, Malvolio - Tim Crouch (UK) Tue, 11 May 2010 10:11:25 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=I%2c+Malvolio+-+Tim+Crouch+(UK)&Event_ID=a1b389ab-be4a-4b30-959b-f7933cddedd9 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  I, Malvolio is the story of Twelfth Night told through the eyes of Shakespeare’s most pent-up steward. Best for 12 year olds and above.

“… if only the plays were taught like this in schools, nobody would ever say Shakespeare was boring." – The Guardian, UK.

From 25 to 29 May, 8 p.m. (3 p.m. show on 29 May), 60 minutes (no intermission), S$25 per ticket from SISTIC, NAFA Studio Theatre, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts - Campus 3. ]]> Phrasal Verb Dictionaries and Books with exercises Mon, 10 May 2010 19:27:59 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-dictionaries-and-books-with-exercises/10150184265840478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  We've posted a few tips from one of our teachers if you want to learn more about phrasal verbs. Read more here.]]> British Council Access English Facebook Page Mon, 10 May 2010 19:21:25 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Council-Access-English/119546151399196 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Access English  Announcing the launch of a new 'British Council Access English' Facebook Page which aims to transform the teaching and learning of English. We engage with policy makers, teacher trainers, teachers and learners to support the development of English language teaching in nine countries in East Asia. ]]> Phrasal Verb of the Week Fri, 7 May 2010 19:07:22 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/phrasal-verb-of-the-week-to-belt-up/10150182437760478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Phrasal Verb of the Week To belt up' means 'Used to tell someone to be quiet' (impolite). Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Launch of University of Liverpool Singapore Alumni group Fri, 7 May 2010 13:43:14 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Launch+of+University+of+Liverpool+Singapore+Alumni+group&Event_ID=ea0e1e0e-ae8e-47f9-8a1d-5a5f08c75ab6 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Alumni in Singapore are invited to the prestigious Eden Hall, the official Residence of the British High Commissioner, for the launch of the University of Liverpool’s Singapore alumni group on Thursday 29 July 2010 at 6 p.m.]]> Equal opportunity and diversity Fri, 7 May 2010 13:37:39 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-equal-opportunity-and-diversity.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Read about our five core organisational values which underpin how we implement equality of opportunity and how we value diversity on our new 'Equal opportunity and diversity' webpage. In line with our values, we are strongly committed to the Equal Opportunity and Diversity agenda. We work to promote the United Kingdom’s achievements in this area and to showcase relevant British Council work. ]]> iPhone app - LearnEnglish Elementary Podcasts Wed, 5 May 2010 17:15:16 +0800 http://itunes.com/apps/britishcouncil contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  Download our newly launched iPhone app - LearnEnglish Elementary Podcasts - from the iTunes store. LearnEnglish Elementary Podcasts app is a series of English learning podcasts for you to directly download and enjoy on your iPhone or iPod touch. You also have the option to stream.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 5 May 2010 13:49:52 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-dont-let-the-cat-out-of-the-bag/10150181065620478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week Don’t let the cat out of the bag!' means 'Don’t tell the secret!'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Workshops for Primary and Secondary teachers Wed, 5 May 2010 11:07:32 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-teacher-training-workshops-for-primary-and-secondary-teachers contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  Our workshops for Primary and Secondary teachers will give you practical ideas to help you improve your classroom practice.

We can bring any of our workshops out to your school on a day and time that suits you. Arranging one of these may be more cost effective for you. We also have a much wider range of courses and workshops than those currently on the website. For more information or to ask for a proposal, contact us or call Susan Teo on +65 6470 7159.]]> Photos - MacRitchie Tree Top Walk Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:52:33 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623944063052/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  The weather was great last Saturday! 55 students and staff turned up for a 'MacRitchie Tree Top Walk'. Photos are on our Singapore Flickr.]]> Civic Life Tiong Bahru Wed, 28 Apr 2010 18:44:24 +0800 http://civiclife.sg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Civic Life: Tiong Bahru is a major arts project exploring identity, community, memory, architecture, a sense of place and civic space. We hope you will get involved! Find out more here.]]> Why are Singaporeans obsessed with food? Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:04:34 +0800 http://www.civiclife.sg/blog/?cat=11 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Civic Life Tiong Bahru  Read playwright Desmond Sim’s views here and join the discussion.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:58:08 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-ive-got-a-frog-in-my-throat/10150176464140478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week I’ve got a frog in my throat!' means 'I'm having trouble talking!'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> App makes it into Singapore's top ten! Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:12:41 +0800 http://itunes.apple.com/app/word-challenge/id368179037?mt=8 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  App makes it into Singapore's top ten! The British Council 60 Second Word Challenge app has made it into the top ten downloads for free educational apps in Singapore. You can preview 60 Second Word Challenge app on the iTunes Store. ]]> Interview with Adrian Howells Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:24:42 +0800 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7btf8Tdg_s contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  Performance artist Adrian Howells, who featured in the Connected Showcase in Tokyo, has just completed a seven-week residency at an arts college in Singapore, where he has worked with staff and students on one-to-one performance and where he has also performed FOOT WASHING FOR THE SOLE. We put together an interview with him on YouTube.]]> British Council Digital Ning Thu, 22 Apr 2010 17:52:52 +0800 http://britishcouncil-digital.ning.com contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  This network was created to showcase digital cultural relations at the British Council and to establish a space for wider collaboration and new ideas. The network is open to everyone and its development will be shaped by you, its users, so we welcome your comments and ideas. Get in touch to share your thoughts.]]> Our teachers and trainers Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:43:40 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-teachers-and-trainers.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  All our teachers and trainers are well-qualified and experienced. They have taught in many countries around the world. Find out more about some of your teachers here.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 21 Apr 2010 10:04:01 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-ive-got-a-sweet-tooth/10150172638965478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week I’ve got a sweet tooth!' means 'I have a craving for sweets or candy!'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Post-event website strategies Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:34:14 +0800 http://britishcouncil-digital.ning.com/profiles/blogs/postevent-website-strategies contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  Some websites and the communities that develop around them have shelf lives; they are created to support a particular event or campaign. Once the intended date or event has passed, they often become inactive but what can you do to extend the life of your website? Read more here.]]> New MRT station near our IELTS test venue Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:08:06 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-ielts-test-venue-singapore-management-university.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  New Circle Line Bras Basah MRT station (CC2) opens on Saturday 17 April 2010. Our IELTS test venue at the Singapore Management University is at its door step. How to get to the IELTS Exam Venue at the Singapore Management University. The nearest MRT station is Bras Basah (CC2), Exit A. ]]> Online publishing - getting our documents noticed Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:03:39 +0800 http://britishcouncil-digital.ning.com/profiles/blogs/online-publishing-getting-our contact@britishcouncil.org.sg British Council Digital  It’s nearly six months since our East Asia region started using ISSUU to publish documents online but it’s already having a huge impact. Not only are we now able to present all our documents in a visually engaging way, they can also be embedded virtually anywhere; dramatically increasing their visibility. Crucially, we can also collect data on how often publications are read and where these audiences are accessing the publications from.]]> Idiom of the Week Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:10:24 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-a-blessing-in-disguise/10150169931955478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week A blessing in disguise' means 'Bad luck that turns into good luck'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Photos - Teaching Awards Ceremony Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:15:49 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623713945821/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  Check out photos of our 'Teaching Awards Ceremony' on Friday 9 April 2010 at the Napier Road Centre.]]> New Online Placement Test Booking Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:25:29 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/optibs/LandingPage.aspx contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  With our new online booking system you can book an appointment for a language consultation at any of our centres here in Singapore. Book a placement test here.]]> Work-Life: The Making of Community: Joe Lawlor Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:32:36 +0800 http://vimeo.com/10348089 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  Joe and Christine have won international acclaim for their groundbreaking CIVIC LIFE series, which sees 100s of community residents engaged in the process of inspiring, informing and creating filmworks, shot on 35mm, which celebrate the civic spaces that bring their communities together. Joe talks about their work here.]]> Stars who will shine in 2009 - Film: Joe Lawlor and Christine Molloy Fri, 9 Apr 2010 16:48:45 +0800 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culture-preview-of-the-year/4030720/Stars-who-will-shine-in-2009-Film-Joe-Lawlor-and-Christine-Molloy.html contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  Joe and Christine's first feature, HELEN, won widespread critical praise upon release last year and led to their being tipped as the next big thing in British cinema. Read more here.]]> ELTeCS Fri, 9 Apr 2010 11:13:36 +0800 http://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/eltecs contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  English Language Teaching Contacts Scheme (ELTeCS) is a British Council information-sharing and teacher development network. Through ELTeCS, ELT professionals can make new contacts, share information, build their knowledge, and create partnerships.]]> Sixth Term Examination Paper (STEP) Thu, 8 Apr 2010 18:15:48 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-cambridge-admissions-tests.htm#step contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  STEP is now open for registration. Sixth Term Examination Paper (STEP) is a well-established Mathematics university admission test, which is used to help select very academically able students for courses which are usually oversubscribed. STEP Mathematics is used by University of Cambridge and University of Warwick to assess the suitability of candidates for their Mathematics courses.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 7 Apr 2010 13:33:09 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-once-in-a-blue-moon/10150164796370478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week Once in a blue moon' means 'Rarely, seldom'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> New deadline for 'Teacher Trainer' recruitment Wed, 7 Apr 2010 12:24:12 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-teacher-trainer.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  New deadline on Wednesday 21 April for hourly-paid 'Teacher Trainer' recruitment. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes. ]]> Register now for 2010 Adult English courses! Tue, 6 Apr 2010 18:31:25 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-english-courses-general-english-for-adults.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Our full-time courses are for people who are preparing to enter tertiary education in an English-speaking environment. These courses are for students who want to attend classes every day to improve their level of General English and then progress to improving their academic English skills.

We also have part-time courses for working adults who want to improve the level of their General English.

Register now for our 2010 Adult English courses!]]> UK Alumni groups and student societies Tue, 6 Apr 2010 12:53:44 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-uk-education-uk-alumni-groups-and-societies.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  New Alumni groups are listed on our 'UK Alumni groups and student societies' webpage. Check out if your alma mater has an alumni group here.

If you represent any of these UK institution alumni group in Singapore and you are not listed above, please contact us.
]]> University of Southampton Singapore Alumni Reception Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:23:22 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=University%20of%20Southampton%20Singapore%20Alumni%20Reception&Event_ID=5160b8e5-ef2d-4d3b-b373-c4253f49f692 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Hosted by the University’s new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Don Nutbeam, this event on Friday 16 April 2010 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Pan Pacific Orchard Hotel, will give you the opportunity to network, socialise and reminisce with fellow members of your alumni community. To book your place, please email alumnisoton.ac.uk.]]> Loughborough University Alumni (Singapore) Annual Golf Tournament Tue, 6 Apr 2010 11:12:14 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Loughborough%20University%20Alumni%20(Singapore)%20Annual%20Golf%20Tournament%202010&Event_ID=f2448874-ae17-4fd1-a4cf-355b14fd7da5 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  It’s time once again for the Annual Loughborough Alumni (Singapore) Golf Tournament on Thursday 15 April 2010 from 12.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. at the Jurong Country Club. It will be an enjoyable event with prizes on the line for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places, longest drive, closest to the pin as well as lucky draws and a lot more! For further enquiries, please email lubra@singapore.com.]]> Photos - Jurong Bird Park Excursion Wed, 31 Mar 2010 18:05:59 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623614116615/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  It was warm and sunny last Saturday 27 March! =) Over 40 students and staff enjoyed themselves at the 'Jurong Bird Park Excursion'. Check out the photos on Flickr.

Our students love our special excursions which are great opportunities for them to learn more about Singapore and to meet other British Council students. Some of our recent trips include: Little India and Chinatown, the National Museum, MacRitchie reservoir, cycling at East Coast Park, a nature walk at Henderson Wave and Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve.

In these tours, we promote awareness of nature and the environment, as well as awareness of racial, religious and cultural identity and the arts.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:54:25 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-to-cut-corners/10150160977695478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week To cut corners' means 'To do something quickly to save time or money'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Join us for IATEFL Harrogate Online Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:30:41 +0800 http://iatefl.britishcouncil.org/2010/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  IATEFL Harrogate Online is a British Council / IATEFL partnership which offers free, interactive coverage of this year’s Harrogate IATEL Conference. You can attend the 44th IATEFL Annual International Conference in Harrogate online and follow this international event in the comfort of your home or office! Follow all the action as it happens on the Harrogate Online website.]]> British Council Equality Scheme 2010 to 2013 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 14:24:41 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/home-diversity-our-approach-ies.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  The British Council is developing a new Equality Scheme that will run from 2010 to 2013. Our Integrated Equality Scheme has been developed to help us promote equality and eliminate discrimination in the areas of gender, race and disability. Find out how we are applying this scheme worldwide. ]]> 'Training Consultant (Part-time / Freelance)' position open Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:30:58 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-training-consultant-part-time.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Job aim: To train workplace communication and management skills effectively to a range of participants of different ages, backgrounds, organisations and ability levels. To contribute in appropriate ways to the British Council’s and the Professional Development Centre’s strategic objectives. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes. Donwload the job application form and apply today.]]> New Corporate training form Mon, 29 Mar 2010 18:50:22 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-pdc-corporate-training-form contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Corporate training  Download this new form to register yourself or your colleagues for all Corporate training workshops in Singapore. ]]> Course registration request form for Corporate training courses Fri, 26 Mar 2010 19:23:25 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org.sg/corporate-training/corporate-training-registration-form.asp contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Corporate training  You can register online for yourself whether you are self funded or sponsored by your company or register for your colleagues. Read the British Council Registration Policy before you proceed.]]> Website Survey winners Fri, 26 Mar 2010 19:21:42 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-whats-on-get-involved-website-survey-2010janfeb-winners.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Get involved  Congratulations to the following lucky draw winners of our Website Survey (January / February 2010). Find out who the winners are. ]]> Step Up to English Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:18:16 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/course-description.aspx?country=Singapore&coursename=Step Up to English&Course_ID=baec7edb-2c6f-4ee4-9379-563d9cba4bd1 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Register now for a new 'Step Up to English' course which starts on Friday 9 April 2010 at our Napier Road Centre. ]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 24 Mar 2010 16:53:50 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-to-paint-the-town-read/10150157415595478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week To paint the town red' means 'To celebrate, to have fun in the city, to visit nightclubs and pubs'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Press release - British Council appoints business and culture expert as Chair Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:33:45 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-pr-uk-new-chair-20100316 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Press releases  London, United Kingdom, 16 March 2010 – Vernon Ellis, previously International Chairman of Accenture and currently Chairman of English National Opera, has been appointed as the British Council’s next Chair. He takes up the role at the end of March and succeeds Neil Kinnock who was Chair until July 2009 and Gerard Lemos who has been acting Chair since. Read the press release here.]]> Register now for June 2010 English holiday courses Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:32:09 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-english-courses-english-holiday-courses.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Our June 2010 holiday courses are offered at the Napier Road Centre, Marsiling Centre, Tampines Centre and Toa Payoh Centre. Registration for June holiday courses has started. ]]> One-week official closure in December 2010 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:26:38 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-public-holidays-and-closure.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Check out our 2010 public holidays and closure in Singapore.]]> New job - Teacher Trainer Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:40:24 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-teacher-trainer.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Deadline for submission is by 5 p.m. on Saturday 27 March 2010. Applications received on or before the deadline will be accepted. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:37:27 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/note.php?created&&suggest&note_id=10150149375035478&id=92543462490#!/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-im-feeling-under-the-weather/10150149375035478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week I'm feeling under the weather!' means 'I'm feeling unwell or ill.'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> At the Ringside of the global village Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:59:40 +0800 http://theonlinecitizen.com/2010/03/at-ringside-of-global-village/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  The central thesis of Work-Life: The Making of Community, a two-day forum presented by the Theatre Training and Research Programme and the British Council argues that communities are centered on creative activity. ]]> Seminar Programme at Education UK Exhibition 2010 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:33:26 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-seminar-programme-2010-eduk contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  If you are considering furthering your studies, the Education UK Exhibition 2010 on Saturday 13 March from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hilton Hotel Singapore, is an event not to be missed! Come and discover the prestige and unique advantages of a UK qualification, whether you want a campus experience in the UK or prefer to study with an approved partner institution in Singapore. Speak to representatives from 40 participating institutions about the full range of programmes available, from undergraduate and postgraduate/MBA degrees, to pre-university and professional courses.

There will also be a series of seminars with valuable information and tips for students. View the Seminar Programme here.]]> Academic Calendar for Parents 2010 - Tampines Centre Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:23:24 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-academic-calendar-2010-tmc contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  We are offering our free workshops for parents of current students again this year. Sign up to learn more about how we teach Phonics, about Primary Methodology, how to encourage your children to read, and so much more. Make a note in your diaries of the workshops coming up between now and November 2010.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:05:50 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/note.php?created&&suggest&note_id=10150129800235478&id=92543462490#!/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-dont-pull-my-leg/10150129800235478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week Don't pull my leg!' means 'Don't try to fool me!'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Press release - British Council to organise first hybrid education exhibition Tue, 9 Mar 2010 15:15:23 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-pr-edu-uk-exhibition-20100303 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Press releases  Students have greater choice, and can opt to study in the UK or in Singapore. Riding the wave of a spike in interest for a UK education, the British Council is organising a major event that will present students with a unique offer: the option to study for a UK qualification either abroad (in the UK), or at home in Singapore. Read the press release here.

Come to our Education UK Exhibition 2010 on Saturday 13 March from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hilton Hotel Singapore. ]]> We’ll eat on that bridge when we get there! Tue, 9 Mar 2010 14:45:18 +0800 http://blogs.todayonline.com/forartssake/2010/03/08/well-eat-on-that-bridge-when-we-get-there/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  WORK-LIFE, organised by the British Council, featured on major Arts Singapore blog: 'We’ll eat on that bridge when we get there!']]> Approved student referral agents in your country Mon, 8 Mar 2010 18:03:57 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-edutrust-approved-agents contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  The British Council Singapore's list of approved student referral agents in your country. ]]> East 15 Acting School - Auditions Thu, 4 Mar 2010 14:36:04 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=Singapore&eventname=East+15+Acting+School+-+Auditions&Event_ID=7371e9d7-712d-4e21-b476-23fa56c840b0 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  East 15 Acting School is auditioning for its undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Singapore. Interested applicants who are interested in the undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered by the school are now invited to apply for an audition in Singapore. The audition will take place on either Sunday 7 or Monday 8 March 2010 at the British Council.]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 3 Mar 2010 12:41:09 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Council-Singapore/92543462490#!/notes/british-council-singapore/idiom-of-the-week-a-couch-potato/10150112308550478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week The couch potato' means 'A lazy person who watches too much TV'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Undergraduate/Postgraduate studies group presentation Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:17:08 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Undergraduate%2fPostgraduate+studies&Event_ID=707b00be-15f3-4412-9062-62a7c2f12cca contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  We offer advice to students who are interested in studying in the UK in the form of group presentations. During the session, we will cover general information such as different types of courses available, course duration, application process etc. Come to our next session at 6.30 p.m. on Wednesday 24 March 2010 at our Napier Road Centre. ]]> March 2010 School holidays opening hours Tue, 2 Mar 2010 15:14:10 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-centres-and-opening-hours.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Find out about our special opening hours during the 2010 March holidays from 15 to 21 March. ]]> Photos - The World of Ancient Egypt Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:23:16 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623355351373/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  On Saturday 20 February 2010, our students and staff enjoyed themselves at the 'Quest for Immortality – World of Ancient Egypt' exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore. Check out the photos on Flickr.

Our students love our special excursions which are great opportunities for them to learn more about Singapore and to meet other British Council students. Some of our recent trips include: Little India and Chinatown, the National Museum, MacRitchie reservoir, cycling at East Coast Park, a nature walk at Henderson Wave and Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve.

In these tours, we promote awareness of nature and the environment, as well as awareness of racial, religious and cultural identity and the arts.]]> The University of Edinburgh – An Introduction Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:19:50 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=The+University+of+Edinburgh+%e2%80%93+An+Introduction&Event_ID=c03fcd74-8f8d-4075-9a58-5eb7380dbe6f contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Considering a UK Education? Consider one of the oldest and best universities in the world: the University of Edinburgh. This is an opportunity for prospective students to find out about the Scottish education system, the learning environment and the application process.

Prospective students are invited to an introductory presentation on Saturday 20 March 2010 at 2 p.m. at Napier Road Centre, British Council Singapore. It is about the University of Edinburgh, studying in Scotland and how to apply. ]]> Idiom of the Week Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:31:58 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Council-Singapore/92543462490?v=app_2347471856#!/note.php?note_id=10150095748225478 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week The apple of my eye' means 'the thing or person that you cherish more than anything or anyone else'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

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]]> Interview by University of Brighton - Faculty of Arts Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:35:56 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Interview+by+University+of+Brighton+-+Faculty+of+Arts&Event_ID=0343a6e5-d883-4a9b-996d-b6ae1b970067 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Here is an opportunity for you to be interviewed for a place at the UK's leading Art and Design educational institution.

Interviews are on Sunday 7 and Monday 8 March 2010. Please RSVP via online form by Friday 26 February. ]]> Connected-uk.org Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:28:58 +0800 http://www.connected-uk.org contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  Connected is a showcase of interactive performance from some of the most innovative artists in the UK today, who create work with live and digital media. Visit the website today. ]]> Website Survey Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:18:07 +0800 http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/X3P7MK9 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Visit the British Council Singapore's corporate website and take part in our Website Survey and stand a chance to win attractive prizes such as an iPod Shuffle.

This survey will take less than five minutes to complete. We appreciate your feedback.

Less than three days to go. Survey closes at 5 p.m. on Monday 22 February 2010. Hurry!

Disclaimer: To participate in the lucky draw, you must be residing in Singapore and must not be a British Council employee. Details of winners and prize collection will be released later.]]> Idiom of the Week Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:38:19 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Council-Singapore/92543462490?v=app_2347471856#!/note.php?note_id=495526580477 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week To bend over backwards' means 'To try very hard'. Read here for the explanation and an example.

Check back weekly for our 'Idiom of the Week' feature.]]> New weekly feature Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:20:56 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Council-Singapore/92543462490?v=app_2347471856 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Idiom of the Week  We are starting a new weekly feature on this page – ‘Idiom of the Week’ – so watch this space! Check each week for a new idiom and give us your feedback. Your comments are always welcome.

Wishing you and your family a healthy, joyous and prosperous lunar new year!]]> Photos - Marsiling Centre Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:58 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623347313858/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Have you visited our Marsiling Centre? Check out the photos on Flickr. We have state-of-the-art premises and cutting edge facilities. All of our classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and access to wireless laptop computers to make learning more effective and enjoyable.]]> Loughborough University Alumni (Singapore) Lo-Hei Lunch Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:17:52 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Loughborough+University+Alumni+(Singapore)+Lo-Hei+Lunch&Event_ID=a6439111-6e5d-4005-8005-a5e2703c8166 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Celebrate Chinese New Year in style! Join the Loughborough University Alumni in Singapore for a sumptuous lo-hei lunch on Saturday 27 February 2010 at Fu Lin Men Restaurant at the Jurong Country Club.

S$27 per pax (30% off for registered alumni members, 10% off for non-registered alumni members). Prior registration is required to attend this event.]]> Photos - Tampines Centre Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:53:12 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623347217748/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Have you visited our Tampines Centre? Check out the photos on Flickr. We have state-of-the-art premises and cutting edge facilities. All of our classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and access to wireless laptop computers to make learning more effective and enjoyable.]]> Lunar New Year 2010 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:46:31 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-centres-and-opening-hours.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Lessons are as usual on this Saturday 13 February at all our four centres. We are closed for Lunar New Year from Sunday 14 to Tuesday 16 February.

Wishing you and your family a healthy, joyous and prosperous lunar new year!]]> Photos - Naiper Road Centre Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:58:02 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623347971816/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Have you visited our Napier Road Centre? Check out the photos on Flickr. We have state-of-the-art premises and cutting edge facilities. All of our classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and access to wireless laptop computers to make learning more effective and enjoyable.]]> Photos - Toa Payoh Centre Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:39:06 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623222511665/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Have you visited our Toa Payoh Centre? Check out the photos on Flickr. We have state-of-the-art premises and cutting edge facilities. All of our classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards and access to wireless laptop computers to make learning more effective and enjoyable.]]> We're closed early on 25 February Tue, 9 Feb 2010 15:09:50 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-napier-road-centre.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Our Napier Road Centre closes at 4.00 p.m. on Thursday 25 February 2010. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.]]> Press releases 2009 Mon, 8 Feb 2010 19:24:59 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Press releases  Have you read our 2009 press releases? You can find them now on the British Council Singapore's Issuu.]]> 13 and ready to enter university Fri, 5 Feb 2010 11:35:21 +0800 http://www.straitstimes.com/BreakingNews/Singapore/Story/STIStory_486723.html contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  British Council candidate, in Singapore, scores straight As for GCE A-levels and he is just 13 years old. Muhammad Haikal Abdullah Zain is looking to apply to study medicine at the National University of Singapore. Find out more on the front page of today’s Straits Times … ]]> Registration starts for 2010 Term 2 Wed, 3 Feb 2010 18:58:22 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Registration+starts+for+2010+Term+2&Event_ID=d364556a-15ff-4987-9bc4-3d512a981419 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  We have started registering for Term 2 starting on Monday 5 April 2010. If you want to guarantee a place on your next course, register at one of our four centres as soon as possible.]]> Undergraduate/Postgraduate studies group presentation Mon, 1 Feb 2010 13:36:42 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Undergraduate%2fPostgraduate+studies&Event_ID=707b00be-15f3-4412-9062-62a7c2f12cca contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Come to our next session at 6.30 p.m. on Friday 26 February 2010 at Napier Road Centre.

We offer advice to students who are interested in studying in the UK in the form of group presentations. During the session, we will cover general information such as different types of courses available, course duration, application process etc.

This session is capped at a maximum group of 20 persons and prior registration is required. ]]> Photos - Chinatown Walk Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:24:36 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157623281613672/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  Gong Xi Fa Cai! Wishing you a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year! Students and staff enjoyed themselves on a recent Chinatown Walk.]]> March 2010 Holiday courses Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:22:39 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=March+2010+Holiday+courses+in+Marsiling&Event_ID=28c12cfd-6519-4928-88df-374673cc98d0 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Register now for March 2010 English holiday courses at our Marsiling Centre. ]]> Cambridge ESOL Exams Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:46:47 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-cambridge-esol-how-to-register.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  Registration opens on Monday 1 February 2010. You can register at the Napier Road Centre, British Council Singapore. ]]> Outshine the rest! Tue, 26 Jan 2010 10:09:27 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Outshine+the+rest!&Event_ID=60afbb33-5011-4455-8993-b78434ddbc43 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Get a postgraduate scholarship to study in the UK! Come and meet UK academics to find out more about pursuing science in the UK at 10.30 a.m. on Wednesday 27 January 2010 at Breakthrough Theatrette, 30 Biopolis Street, Level 4, The Matrix, Singapore 138671.

Representatives from the University of Dundee, Imperial College London, University of Oxford and University of Cambridge will tell you more about pursuing science at their respective universities. This will be followed by a Question and Answer session. There’ll be further opportunities to interact and engage with the university faculty on a personal level. ]]> Toa Payoh Centre opems on Sundays Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:44:39 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-toa-payoh-centre.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  With immediate effect from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Visit our Toa Payoh Centre today.]]> British Chevening Scholarships Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:24:49 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-study-advice-scholarships-and-funding-british-chevening-scholarships.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Applications for 2010/11 academic year is now closed. The next application cycle will begin in September 2010. These scholarships are funded by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) and administered by the British Council. They are Britain's award for future Singaporean leaders.]]> Introduction to Goldsmiths, University of London Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:07:37 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Introduction+to+Goldsmiths%2c+University+of+London&Event_ID=39ffa5db-9056-44be-9820-62545e4f3a9f contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Goldsmiths College, part of the world-famous University of London, offers students excellent facilities, inspiring and innovative degree programmes as well as the opportunity to study in one of the World’s most exciting cities. Come and find out more about studying in London and the opportunities available at Goldsmiths on Friday 29 January at 6.30 p.m. at Napier Road Centre.]]> New job - Training Consultant (Full-time) Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:47:00 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-training-consultant-full-time.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  To contribute in appropriate ways to British Council and Professional Development Centre (PDC) strategic objectives. Deadline on Sunday 31 January 2010. Only completed British Council application forms will be considered. Please do not send us your resumes. Apply now!]]> The Open University School of Business Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:42:21 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=The%20Open%20University%20School%20of%20Business&Event_ID=be77a149-32ad-4cff-974d-f690d706c532 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK qualifications in Singapore  Are leaders born or made? Come explore for yourself through a process that invites high-impact personal and organisational insight! Come to our workshop on 20 January 2010 at 5.30 p.m. at Napier Road Centre, where individuals explore and reflect on leadership attributes, traits and behaviours that are important to them and to understand what these mean to members in a team.]]> World Class Study in London Exhibition Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:38:23 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=World+Class+Study+in+London+Exhibition&Event_ID=c65885fc-f89f-48bd-998a-a908028c103c contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  University College London, Imperial College London, King’s College London and London School of Economics will be visiting Singapore to hold their annual exhibition providing advice, information and guidance to prospective students and applicants. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on 6 and 7 March 2010 at Conrad Centennial Singapore. Come and visit us.]]> Edexcel London GCE Examinations 2010 Thu, 7 Jan 2010 15:45:40 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-school-exams-edexcel-london-gce-exam-dates.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  Edexcel London GCE Examinations 2010. Registration opens! The British Council Singapore conducts each Edexcel qualification two times a year. IGCSE in May/June and November and AS/A Levels in January and May/June. ]]> Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) 2010 Thu, 7 Jan 2010 15:41:41 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-school-exams-cie-exam-dates.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Exams  Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) 2010. Registrations opens! The British Council Singapore conducts CIE examinations twice a year in May/June and November. ]]> 2010 Adult English Courses Tue, 5 Jan 2010 12:39:48 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-english-courses-general-english-for-adults.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  2010 Adult English Courses. Register now! Our full-time courses are for people who are preparing to enter tertiary education in an English-speaking environment. These courses are for students who want to attend classes every day to improve their level of General English and then progress to improving their academic English skills. We also have part-time courses for working adults who want to improve the level of their General English.]]> Education UK Exhibition 2010 Mon, 4 Jan 2010 17:36:28 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Education+UK+Exhibition+2010&Event_ID=0a10926d-7f99-4ddf-8fe7-77efbe768b5f contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Meet UK institutions and Private Institutions offering UK qualifications at the Education UK Exhibition 2010 at 11.00 a.m. on Saturday 13 March at Hilton Hotel Singapore.]]> Undergraduate/Postgraduate studies Mon, 4 Jan 2010 11:48:30 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Undergraduate%2fPostgraduate+studies&Event_ID=707b00be-15f3-4412-9062-62a7c2f12cca contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  We offer advice to students who are interested in studying in the UK in the form of group presentations. Next session is on 19 January 2010 at 6.30 p.m. at Napier Road Centre. ]]> Photos - Singapore Flyer Excursion Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:06:08 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157622886421219/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  More than 100 students and staff had great fun at the Singapore Flyer. Check out our photos! ]]> Special S$60 Discount on Teaching Award modules for Early Years Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:23:11 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Special+S%2460+Discount+on+Teaching+Award+modules+for+Early+Years&Event_ID=31497aa3-7e3e-43cd-a9ee-7bc011c3831f contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  To mark the launch of our brand new module ‘How to Assist an Early Years Teacher’, we are happy to announce a special offer for a limited period. Enjoy a special S$60 discount on your second module when you sign up for ‘How to Teach English Kindergarten’, and ‘How to Assist an Early Years Teacher’. If you completed ‘How to Teach English Kindergarten’ in 2009, you can still qualify for the S$60 discount on ‘How to Assist an Early Years Teacher’.]]> 2010 Teacher Development Course Schedules Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:56:20 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-course-schedules-2010-tdc contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  Check out our 2010 Teacher Development Course Schedules. For further details or other Teacher Training and Development enquiries, call +65 6473 6661.]]> New public run workshop: Problem Solving and Decision Making Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:37:30 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/course-description.aspx?country=Singapore&coursename=Problem+Solving+and+Decision+Making&Course_ID=ed11bcfd-4aa0-4efc-baa9-1002cb2ad6fb contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Corporate training  This action packed workshop covers techniques used in solving workplace problems, including the identification of root causes to a problem, generating and evaluating alternative solutions, and making appropriate decisions. You will apply a variety of problem solving tools to a case study from your workplace.
]]> Free 2010 workshops for parents of current students Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:53:14 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-academic-calendar-2010t1t2-msc contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  We are offering our free workshops for parents of our current students again this year. Sign up to learn more about how we teach Phonics, about Primary Methodology, how to encourage your children to read, and so much more. Make a note in your diaries of the workshops coming up between now and June 2010.]]> Win an iPod Nano! * Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:47:26 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Win+an+iPod+Nano!+*&Event_ID=2aab933b-eb24-445f-a876-6b80a981713b contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Sign up for a 2010 Adult English Language course at our new centre in Toa Payoh and you could be the lucky winner of an iPod Nano. Check our website as follows for course listings or call +65 6397 2022 for details.]]> Road to IELTS Sun, 13 Dec 2009 15:43:47 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-ielts-how-to-prepare-for-ielts.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg IELTS  Road to IELTS, the self-study preparation course is developed by British Council. The course complement to other forms of training and takes the test candidate through all four parts of the test: listening, reading, writing and speaking. The material gives explanations of question types, provides tips on how to handle the tasks and provides online scoring of exercises so that candidates can assess their level and progress.]]> Postgraduate student experiences Sun, 13 Dec 2009 15:19:57 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-postgraduate-student-experiences.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Read what five students on postgraduate courses think about their experience in the UK. ]]> Undergraduate student experiences Sun, 13 Dec 2009 15:17:18 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-undergraduate-student-experiences.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK   Read what six students on undergraduate courses think about their experience in the UK. ]]> New job - Examinations Services Adviser Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:43:22 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-examinations-services-adviser.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  New job: The British Council wishes to recruit an Examinations Services Adviser to provide high quality administrative support to Examinations Services, assist customers with information and coordinate examinations, deliver examinations events efficiently and professionally, assist in promotion for exams services and ensure that examination security is provided to the highest standard. Deadline: Monday 28 December 2009.]]> Press release - Free exam preparation resources for British Council IELTS candidates Wed, 9 Dec 2009 17:57:36 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-pr-road-to-ielts-launch-20091209 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Press releases  To celebrate the 20th anniversary of IELTS (International English Language Testing System), British Council has launched extra examination preparation benefits for registered candidates. The self-study preparation course ‘Road to IELTS’, written by the British Council, is now available online in Singapore as a free added-value service for our IELTS candidates.]]> Corporate Training 2010 Schedule Tue, 8 Dec 2009 14:51:22 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org.sg/corporate-training/corporate-training-registration-form.asp contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Corporate training  Register online for our Corporate Training 2010 public run workshops.]]> Education UK – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Tue, 8 Dec 2009 14:49:44 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-faq-education-uk contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Get instant answers to all your questions about studying in the UK by browsing our list of frequently asked questions (FAQ).]]> Manchester – the city and the Medical School Tue, 8 Dec 2009 12:21:15 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Manchester+%e2%80%93+the+city+and+the+Medical+School&Event_ID=5154affd-1fb2-4135-b8d2-2b1a18c759e7 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Studying Medicine in the UK - an introduction to applicants and their parents – how to apply and what to expect. Are you interested in studying Medicine? Then why not come along to an open talk by Prof. David Thompson, Dr Tony Redmond, and Ms Linda Harding from The University of Manchester School of Medicine, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday 27 January 2010 at the British Council Singapore's Toa Payoh Centre. ]]> British Council Toa Payoh - something for everyone Fri, 4 Dec 2009 11:20:26 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-toa-payoh-centre.htm#video contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Watch video: View our teaching centre in action; we have everything from kindergarten classes through to corporate training workshops.]]> The First Draft Fri, 4 Dec 2009 10:24:15 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=The+First+Draft&Event_ID=9606f496-04f4-42f7-abf5-4a0c15b0b60d contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  Developing a screenplay? Join The First Draft and receive expert help … ]]> Seasons' Greetings Thu, 3 Dec 2009 09:13:39 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  The British Council wishes everyone a merry Christmas and a happy new year! Check out our Seasons' Greetings e-card. ]]> One Small Step Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:12:01 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=One+Small+Step&Event_ID=329e7c66-b7f7-4412-92bb-5109a56369bf contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts  We are delighted to announce ONE SMALL STEP, a huge hit at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2008 and 2009, is on its way to Singapore. Opening in late January, this is “a life-affirmingly brilliant piece of theatre” ***** (TimeOut London). Book now! ]]> Study in Europe Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:32:28 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Study+in+Europe&Event_ID=1e881f6d-b1a9-4895-b59b-0a6f42479e25 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  The European Union (EU) is one of the world’s most exciting destinations for foreign students. Europe enjoys exceptionally high academic standards and features a great variety of degree programmes, cutting-edge technology, advanced research facilities and an intriguing diversity of cultures, languages, and societies. For more information, please click here. ]]> SGEM's Six Lives Contest Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:33:21 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Six+Lives+Contest&Event_ID=082e983c-8245-4e1d-86ae-a19f00994440 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Competition  Take part in our Six Lives Contest NOW! Be among the first 3,000 to answer four simple questions correctly and stand a chance to win Takashimaya gift vouchers worth S$250! Deadline is on Friday 27 November 2009. Join now.]]> Launch of British Council Singapore's RSS feeds Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:43:33 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org.sg/subscriptions/Singapore/BCSingapore.xml About us  Subscribe to our RSS feeds and be updated with the latest happenings.]]> Reflections at Bukit Chandu and Scenic Walk on Southern Ridges Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:57:39 +0800 http://www.flickr.com/photos/britishcouncilsingapore/sets/72157622691158339/ contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Student excursions  It was a great day last Saturday! Check out photos taken at our 'Reflections at Bukit Chandu and Scenic Walk on Southern Ridges' student excursion on 14 November 2009.]]> Discovering new ways forward Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:24:39 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Discovering+new+ways+forward&Event_ID=b8969e4f-79c8-4082-8f87-8eb8002ebd98 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Come to a talk on Thursday 26 November 2009 at 4.00 p.m. at Matrix Building @ Biopolis. Free admission. Reception is from 5.30 p.m. There will be opportunities to ask questions and to probe specific areas further during the question and answer session or during the reception.

Prof Richard Reece, Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning in the Faculty of Life Sciences at the University of Manchester, will speak on two topics:
1. Getting started in research - the rocky road to success
2. Molecular Mechanisms of Genetic Switches]]> British Chevening Scholarships Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:28:54 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-study-advice-scholarships-and-funding-british-chevening-scholarships.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Applications for the British Chevening Scholarships 2010/11 academic year are now opened. Two more months until deadline on Monday 18 January 2010.]]> IELTS test dates Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:26:18 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-ielts-test-dates.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg IELTS  December 2009 IELTS test dates are closed. Register early for IELTS test dates from January to March 2010, to avoid disappointment.]]> 2010 Workshops for Primary and Secondary teachers Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:39:03 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-teacher-training-workshops-for-primary-and-secondary-teachers.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Teacher training  Register now for 2010 Workshops for Primary and Secondary teachers. Choose from a wide range of workshops and short courses for your continuing professional development.

We can bring any of our workshops out to your school on a day and time that suits you. Arranging one of these may be more cost effective for you. We also have a much wider range of courses and workshops than those currently on the website. For more information or to ask for a proposal, contact us or call Susan Teo on +65 6470 7159.

]]> QS World MBA Tour Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:37:15 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=QS%20World%20MBA%20Tour&Event_ID=85f89296-f925-44a0-8839-e3076b6d2f76 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Visit QS World MBA Tour at Pan Pacific Hotel from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday 22 November 2009.]]> Job application deadline extended Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:02:08 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-human-resources-executive.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Our 'Human Resources Executive' job application deadline is extended until Monday 23 November 2009. ]]> Institution profiles Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:11:16 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-institutions.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  Check out our list of UK universities and colleges which are particularly active in Singapore and their representatives visit regularly to talk with enquirers at our centres. Hundreds of UK universities, colleges and schools welcome overseas students. If the institution you are looking for is not listed below, you can find more institution profiles using our institution search facility.]]> IELTS test dates Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:48:51 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-ielts-test-dates.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg IELTS  Registration is closed for November 2009 IELTS test dates. Register for December onwards test dates early to avoid disappointment.]]> Marsiling Centre opening hours Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:15:46 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-marsiling-centre.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Check out our Marsiling Centre's opening hours now and from 23 November 2009 to 4 January 2010.]]> Napier Road Centre opening hours Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:08:25 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-126x49-video-directions-to-tampines-centre.jpg contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Check out our Napier Road Centre's opening hours now in November and from 21 December 2009 to 3 January 2010.]]> Tampines Centre opening hours Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:03:24 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-tampines-centre.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Check out our Tampines Centre's opening hours now in November and from 1 December 2009 to 4 January 2010.]]> Toa Payoh Centre opening hours Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:01:27 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-contact-us-toa-payoh-centre.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  Find out our Toa Payoh Centre's opening hours now, in December 2009 and early January 2010. ]]> Take the survey Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:08:29 +0800 http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=9UodOENCIBqMqgcddhB5rg_3d_3d contact@britishcouncil.org.sg About us  
We invite you to participate in a short survey about social media - What do you use? What networks do you belong to? How do you use it?

Why are we interested? Our aim is to serve you better. To do this we need to know what social media you like to use in your daily life.

Take the survey.]]> December 2009 Language Consultation at Toa Payoh Centre Mon, 9 Nov 2009 18:01:31 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-english-courses-language-consultation.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  Our Toa Payoh Centre is open for language consultation from Monday 28 to Wednesday 30 December 2009, 9.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. (Singapore time).]]> New jobs: Customer Services Executives (Toa Payoh Centre) Mon, 9 Nov 2009 17:29:14 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-about-us-careers-customer-services-executives-toa-payoh-centre.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Careers  Apply for the British Council Singapore's new jobs: Customer Services Executives (Toa Payoh Centre). Deadline on Sunday 22 November 2009. ]]> Introduction to studying at Coventry University Fri, 6 Nov 2009 19:34:54 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Introduction+to+studying+at+Coventry+University&Event_ID=19aaf62b-cc94-458f-adb2-2d370a5e777f contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  A representative from Coventry University will be visiting the British Council in Singapore on Thursday 19 November 2009 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sarah Jephcott will be able to assess your qualifications for entry to Coventry University ad offer advice on study in the UK. ]]> 2010 Speech and Drama course at Tampines Centre Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:54:07 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/course-description.aspx?country=Singapore&coursename=Speech+and+Drama+for+Kindergarten+1+and+2&Course_ID=3a510c89-f6d0-4e41-a895-69e28c21eaed contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  We are offering the 'Speech and Drama for Kindergarten 1 and 2 course' at the British Council Singapore's Tampines Centre in 2010. Register now. ]]> Download 2010 English for School brochure Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:47:11 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-els-english-for-school contact@britishcouncil.org.sg English courses  You can now download British Council Singapore's 2010 English for School brochure on the Primary Parents Blog.]]> Undergraduate/Postgraduate studies Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:23:48 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Undergraduate%2fPostgraduate+studies&Event_ID=25a928aa-342d-4668-9311-637d3b378676 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Education UK  We offer advice to students who are interested in studying in the UK in the form of group presentations. During the session, we will cover general information such as different types of courses available, course duration, application process etc.

This session is capped at a maximum group of 20 persons and prior registration is required. ]]> British Council Singapore's New IELTS venue Thu, 5 Nov 2009 15:32:42 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-exams-ielts-test-venue-civil-service-college.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg IELTS  We will be using a new IELTS test venue at the Civil Service College (CSC), Singapore in 2010. Check it out.]]> Corporate Training workshops Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:15:58 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-corporate-training.htm contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Corporate training  Join our British Council Singapore's Corporate Training workshops to improve your management and communication skills.]]> British Council Arts Singapore Facebook Group Tue, 3 Nov 2009 15:12:54 +0800 http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=91601255770 contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Arts British Council Arts Singapore Facebook Group today. ]]> Loughborough Inter-Varsity Networking Night Mon, 2 Nov 2009 13:02:16 +0800 http://eastasia.britishcouncil.org/public/event.aspx?country=singapore&eventname=Loughborough+Inter-Varsity+Networking%20Night&Event_ID=1135eaa9-ba14-40d3-b8a1-2f0f4a868cbd contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK Alumni  Loughborough Alumni: Come down and unwind at The Windsor at the British Club in Singapore, at 7 p.m. on Friday 6 November 2009. It is a night for Loughborough Alumni to host the inter-varsity networking session with the various UK universities graduates.

Do come and join us to meet up with new friends from other universities and at the same time experience a typical English style restaurant serving a variety pub grub favourites food in The Windsor. ]]> UK Transnational Education (TNE) Guide 2010 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 12:56:37 +0800 http://issuu.com/britishcouncilsingapore/docs/singapore-issuu-edu-uk-tne-guide contact@britishcouncil.org.sg UK qualifications in Singapore  The Guide to UK Qualifications in Singapore 2010 is now out in print! Get your own copy of this first edition today.]]> Corporate Training: Course Registration Request Mon, 2 Nov 2009 11:38:31 +0800 http://www.britishcouncil.org.sg/corporate-training/corporate-training-registration-form.asp contact@britishcouncil.org.sg Corporate training  Come and register for the British Council Singapore's Corporate Training workshops in November and December 2009.]]>