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BRITAIN AND THE BRITISH

HIGHEREDUCATIONINGREATBRITAIN

The academic year in britain's universities, Polytechnics, Colleges of Education is divided into three terms, which usually run from the beginning of October to the middle of December from the middle of January to the end of March, and from the middle of April to the end of June or the beginning of July.

There are 46 universities in Britain. The oldest and best-known universities are located in Oxford, Cambridge, London, Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Southampton, Cardiff, Bristol, and Birmingham.

Good A -level results in at least two schooleds are necessary to get a place at a university. Universities choose their students after interviews. For all British citizens a place at a university brings with it a grand from their local education authority.

English universities differ greatly from each other. They differ in size, history, tradition, general organization, methods of instruction, way of student life.

After three years of study a university graduate will leave with the Degree of Bachelor of Arts, Science, Engineering, Medicine, etc. Later he may continue to take a master's Degree and the n a Doctor"Degree. Research is an important feature of university work.

The two intellectual eyes of Britain - Oxford and Cambridge Universities - date from the twelfth and thirteenth centuries.

In the nineteenth and the early part of the twentieth centuries the so-called Redbrick universities were founded. These include London, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Sheffield and Birmingham. During the late sixties and early seventies some 20 “new” universities were set up.

During these years the Government set up thirty Polytechnics. The Polytechnics, like the universities, offer first and higher degrees. Some of them offer full-time and sandwich courses.

Some of those who decide to leave school at the age of 16 may go to a further education college where they can follow a course in typing, engineering, town planning, cooking, or hairdressing, full-time or part-time.

There is an interesting form of studies which is called the Open University. It is interesting for people who study in their own free time and who “attend” lectures by watching television and listening to the radio. They keep in touch by phone and letter with their tutors and attend summer schools. The Open University students have no formal qualifications and would be unable to enter ordinary university.

QUESTIONS

1. How many terms are there in britain's academic year?

2. What are the oldest Universities in Britain?

3. How do Universities students choose?

4. What will a graduate receive after three years of study?

5. What does the Open University mean?

6. Does higher education in Great Britain differ from that in Ukraine?

VOCABULARY

interview - interview

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Arts

Master's Degree - master's degree

Doctor’s Degree - scientific degree of doctor

HIGHER EDUCATION IN THE UK

Academic year of British universities, polytechnics and teacher training colleges divided into three semesters, the first semester from early October to mid-December, the second from mid-January to the end of March, and the third semester from mid-April to late June or early July.

There are 46 universities in Britain. The oldest and most famous universities are located in Oxford, Cambridge, London, London, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Southampton, Cardiff, Bristol and Birmingham.

To enter university, you must have good results in advanced examinations in two subjects. Universities select students through an interview. Many British people who study at university receive scholarships from local education authorities.

English universities differ from each other in size, history, traditions, basic rules, methods and lifestyle of students.

After three years of study at the university, the graduate receives a bachelor's degree in arts, sciences, engineering, medicine, etc. Later, the graduate can continue his studies and receive a master's degree and then a doctorate. At this stage, research work is of great importance.

The two intellectual eyes of Britain - Oxford and Cambridge - date back to the 12th and 13th centuries.

In the 19th and early 20th centuries, so-called “red brick universities” were founded. These universities are located in London, Manchester, Interesting, Liverpool, Sheffield and Birmingham. In the late 60s and early 70s, about 20 “new” universities were formed.

During these years, the government established 30 polytechnics. Polytechnics, like universities, offer the first and highest degree. Some of them have full-time and sandwich courses for working people.

Those who leave school at 16 can continue their studies on courses in typing, engineering, city planning, cookery or hairdressing. You can study on a full-time basis or part-time.

An interesting form of education called the open university. It is interesting for people who study in free time and “attend” lectures on television and radio. They contact the manager by telephone or in writing and visit summer schools. Open university students have no formal qualifications and cannot gain entry to a regular university.

Education in Britain

In England and Wales compulsory school begins at the age of five, but before that age children can go to a nursery school, also called play school. School is compulsory till the children are 16 years old.

In Primary School and First School children learn to read and write and the basis of arithmetic. In the higher classes of Primary School (or in Middle School) children learn geography, history, religion and, in some schools, a foreign language. Then children go to the Secondary School.

When students are 16 years old they may take an exam in various subjects in order to have a qualification. These qualifications can be either G.C.S.E. (General Certificate of Secondary Education) or "O level" (Ordinary level). After that students can either leave school and start working or continue their studies in the same school as before. If they continue, when they are 18, they have to take further examinations which are necessary for getting into university or college.

Some parents choose private schools for their children. They are very expensive but considered to provide a better education and good job opportunities.

In England there are 47 universities, including the Open University which teaches via TV and radio, about 400 colleges and institutes of higher education. The oldest universities in England are Oxford and Cambridge. Generally, universities award two kinds of degrees: the Bachelor's degree and the Master's degree.

Education in Britain

In England and Wales, compulsory schooling begins at the age of five, but up to this age children can attend kindergarten, also called play school. Schooling is compulsory until children reach the age of 16.

In primary school and primary school children learn to read and write, as well as basic arithmetic. In the senior classes of primary school (or in high school) children learn geography, history, religion and, in some schools, a foreign language. After this, children move on to secondary school.

When students reach the age of sixteen, they can take examinations in various subjects to gain qualifications. Qualification can be as follows: O.S.S.O. (Basic Certificate of Secondary Education) and ordinary level. After this, students can leave school and get a job or continue their education at the same school. If they continue their studies, when they turn 18, they will have to take the following exams, which are required to enter a university or college.

Some parents choose private schools for their children. They are very expensive, but it is believed that education in them is given for more high level and there are prerequisites for getting a good job.

There are 47 universities in England, including the Open University, where education is provided on television and radio, and about 400 colleges and higher education institutions. Oldest universities England - Oxford and Cambridge. There are mainly two types of degrees awarded at universities: bachelor's and master's degrees.

Questions:

1. When does compulsory school begin?
2. How long does a child stay in compulsory school?
3. What subjects do children learn in Primary School?
4. What kind of exam do students have to take when they are 16?
5. Do students have to leave school at the age of 16 or to continue their studies?
6. How do private schools differ from the regular ones?
7. How many universities are there in England?
8. What is the Open University?
9. What kinds of degrees do universities award?

Vocabulary:

compulsory - mandatory
nursery school - kindergarten
exam - exam
subject - subject
university - university
private - private
opportunity - opportunity
to award - give, assign
bachelor - bachelor
master - master

Hello my beloved readers.

Probably each of you at least once in your life thought about what it would be like to study in the UK! The country is famous for its excellent teachers, state-of-the-art classrooms, modern teaching methods and strict standards. All this is tightly controlled to ensure that the reputation for quality in British education is not undermined in any way.

So today I want to tell you how possible - but not so easy - it is to study in the UK. Let's go in order.

First and most important

Unlike our education system, where right after school we rush to conquer the open spaces of the university, in the UK school knowledge it won't be enough for you. The higher education system there is created in such a way that without confirmation of passing the program tests A-level or Foundation No one will let you into the university!

What is A-level?

This is a 2 year program. Once a child reaches 16 years of age, compulsory education ends there. After that, he can go to college to study as an engineer, cook, hairdresser and other similar professions. But those who want to go to university remain in school for another 2 years. There they choose a few subjects that they plan to specialize in in the future and study them. And at the end of the program they take an exam, which is counted as an entrance exam.

What is Foundation?

This is a program designed specifically for foreign students, of whom there are a great many studying in the UK. The program lasts only a year, but in terms of intensity it will be more difficult than A-level. Here, in addition to their subjects, students also... Typically, these programs are organized by the institution where you want to enroll, so carefully study all the information about admission on the university website.

British education pyramid.

When you have successfully completed the A-level or Foundation stages, then your journey begins on the ladder of higher education in England. And the first step is here - bachelor's degree . A bachelor's degree program takes 3 years, and in some specialties - such as medicine, for example - several years longer. Upon completion, you receive a diploma and a Bachelor's degree. With this degree you can begin your professional activities.

The next step is master's degree . The duration of this step is only 1 year. Here, students take classes to improve their knowledge acquired at the undergraduate level. At the end of the program, exams are taken again and students receive a diploma.
The last level of higher education in the UK is graduate school , or in other words - doctor degree . This is a complete analogue of Russian graduate school, although in terms of complexity it can be compared more with doctoral studies in Russia. Here students engage exclusively in research. They choose a topic, study it and prepare for it. dissertation. And it lasts 3-4 years. Just))

Order of admission!

The procedure for enrolling in the university is not that complicated, but it requires special attention. You submit an application form where you indicate the scores on the previously mentioned exams, a motivation letter where you need to indicate why you want to work in this field, as well as a list of institutions where you would like to study, and a description from the place of study. All this must be submitted no later than January.

Please note that the requirements not only for documents, but also for knowledge vary from university to university. For example, to enter Oxford or Cambridge, it is not enough to present an A-level or Foundation certificate. There the system obliges you to take internal exams. Therefore, always carefully study the necessary information on the university website.

Cost of education

Another problem is the cost of training. After all, you don’t have to go to Cambridge or, where the fee for a semester can be equal to the annual salary of a resident of Russia. It is quite possible to find a university that will give you equally good knowledge in the desired specialization, while the payment will be much less and quite affordable. On average, 1 year at a university costs about 15,000 euros, not taking into account the costs of accommodation, food and flights.

Online courses

Recently, online courses from world universities, including British ones, have become very popular. Therefore, in order to at least minimally experience the quality and system of British education, try to go through them. You will immediately understand whether you like this or that item or not. Whether you like the teacher at this university or not. And at a minimum, you can improve your abilities. Isn't it great?

I hope you remember everything! Now let's practice a little.

Topic in English

I offer you to study the topic of everything I just wrote about. The text in English will allow you to study this topic in a linguistic interpretation.

Higher Education in Great Britain.
Higher Education in Great Britain consists of several steps.

After finishing school you can enter some colleges where you will get some manual skills, and also learn t typing, engineering, cooking, hair-dressing and so on.
In case you want to go to the university, you need to get the A-level or Foundation examination. A-level is a program where you are supposed to study 5-6 subjects that you will study at university then. It lasts for two years.

If you are not an Englishman you are supposed to go through a Foundation program. It lasts for a year and is more intensive than the A-level program. Usually this program is conducted at the college or university you are going to enter.

The first step is the Degree of Bachelor. It takes you 3 years to get it. And if you are going to be a doctor, then it will take several years more.

Then if you want you can take a Master’s Degree Course. Here you deepen your knowledge from the Bachelor Degree. And in case you want to get more - you can go to the Doctor’s Degree. It is the most complicated part. Here you need to conduct a deep research of the topic. Usually it takes 3-4 years to finish it.

So, that is how the British Higher Education system works.

Useful phrases:

to enter a college - go to college

manual skill - working skills

to be supposed to - to be assumed

to go through - to go through

to last for a year - last a year

it will take 3 years - it will take 3 years

to conduct a deep research - conduct a thorough study

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Education in Britain

Some parents choose private schools for their children. They are very expensive but considered to provide a better education and good job opportunities.

Education in Britain

In England and Wales, compulsory schooling begins at the age of five, but until this age children can attend nursery school, also called play school. Schooling is compulsory until children reach the age of 16.

In primary and primary school, children learn to read and write, as well as basic arithmetic. In upper primary school (or secondary school), children learn geography, history, religion and, in some schools, a foreign language. After this, children move on to secondary school.

Some parents choose private schools for their children. They are very expensive, but it is believed that education is provided at a higher level and there are prerequisites for getting a good job.

There are 47 universities in England, including the Open University, where education is provided on television and radio, and about 400 colleges and higher education institutions. The oldest universities in England are Oxford and Cambridge. There are mainly two types of degrees awarded at universities: bachelor's and master's degrees.

Questions:

Vocabulary:

England is one of the top countries which offer excellent education. English educational system is quite different from the system in many other countries. It is class-divided into state and private schools. For children aged between 5 and 17 full-time education is compulsory. Primary education starts at the age of 5. Before that children may attend a nursery school. Secondary education starts at the age of 11 and continues up to 18. After that children receive tertiary education. Almost 93% of English children attend state-funded schools, which are without charge. Only some activities such as theater visits or field trips may require voluntary payment. All state schools in England are divided into six categories:

Community schools, in which the local authority is responsible for school staff and admissions.
Free schools are newly established institutions in England, which are set up parents, businesses, charities. These schools are free to attend and funded mainly by tax-payers.
Academy schools have recently replaced poorly-performing community schools in economically challenged areas. They are monitored by the Department for Education.
Foundation schools are institutions in which the governing body or a charitable foundation is responsible for the admissions and staff.
Voluntary Aided schools can be linked to various organizations, such as churches, trade associations, etc. They can be faith schools or non-denominational schools.
Voluntary Controlled schools are almost always linked to the church. While their lands and buildings are owned by charitable foundations, the local authority is responsible for the staff and admissions.

Some English children attend private or independent schools, which require additional fee. Children with particular skills are sometimes offered scholarships for studying in such schools. Private schools do not follow the National Curriculum. Both private and state-funded schools hold GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) examinations for children aged 14-16. It’s a group of tests taken in a number of subsequent subjects. From age 18 children normally enter university to receive an academic degree.

The typical first degree offered in British universities is the bachelor’s degree, which usually takes three years. There are universities which offer a master’s degree as well. Such education usually lasts for four years. British universities have a certain hierarchy. The most prestigious universities in the country are Oxford and Cambridge. They are also world-famous. Although the state doesn’t control the syllabuses of higher education institutions, it does influence admission procedures. Undergraduates, who have already completed a first degree education, may continue studying in postgraduate to achieve a Master’s degree or a Doctorate.

Education in England

England is on the list best countries, offering excellent education. The English educational system is quite different from the system in many other countries. It is divided by class into public and private schools. For children aged 5 to 17 years full-time education is mandatory. Primary education begins at the age of 5 years. Before this, children can attend kindergartens. Secondary education begins at age 11 and lasts until age 18. After this, children receive higher education. Almost 93% of English children attend state-funded schools, which are free. Only some activities, such as going to the theater or hiking, may require voluntary contributions. All public Schools in England are divided into six categories:

1. Public schools in which the local authority is responsible for employees and students.
2. Free education schools, newly created institutions in England, which were formed thanks to parents, business institutions, and charitable organizations. These schools are free to attend and are funded primarily by taxpayers.
3. Academic Learning Schools are newly created replacements for underperforming public schools in economically distressed areas. They are controlled by the Department of Education.
4. Foundation-funded schools in which the governing body or charitable foundation is responsible for the staff and students.
5. Voluntary aid schools may be affiliated with various organizations such as churches, trade associations, etc. These may be religious or non-denominational schools.
6. Schools controlled by voluntary organizations are almost always associated with a church. While their lands and buildings are owned by charities, local authorities are responsible for staff and students.

Some English children attend private or independent schools, which charge additional fees. Children with special talents are sometimes offered scholarships to attend such schools. Private schools are not subject to the National Program. Both private and public educational institutions provide the GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) exam for children aged 14-16 years. This is a group of tests administered in several specific subjects. After the age of 18, children usually go to university to obtain a degree.

Typically, British universities offer a bachelor's degree as a first degree, which takes about three years. There are also universities offering master's degrees. This education usually lasts for four years. British universities have a certain hierarchy. Oxford and Cambridge are considered the most prestigious universities in the country. They are also world famous. Although the state does not control learning programs higher educational institutions, it has a certain impact on the admission process. Students who have already completed their first degree can continue their studies in graduate school to obtain a master's or doctorate degree.