2015-12-23
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If you ask yourself which school in Great Britain is the most famous, then the answer is simple - Hogwarts! We, of course, can hope that at one moment the dreams of millions of children and even hundreds of adults will come true, and this school will actually appear in England, but so far we have to make do with a little - ordinary English education.
And today I would like to talk with you exactly about what it is - secondary education in the UK, how it is received and what stages of education an ordinary British student goes through. And at the end I will present a topic on this topic in English.
Getting secondary education
The British are convinced that their education is the best! After all, little has changed in the British system over the past decades. All schools are divided into public and private. If the former are free, then you will have to pay for the latter, and not a little. In addition, there are ordinary schools, where students come in in the morning and leave in the afternoon. Is there boarding schoolswhere children stay either until the end of the week or until the end of the semester.
Remember those pictures in which children are in school uniforms in front of the school? Yes, in most cases these are boarding schools for which the UK is so famous.
Education for children is considered compulsory between the ages of 5 and 16 and is divided into periods: preschool, primary school, high school and preparation for. Let's start in order!
Preschool education:
This is something similar to our kindergartens, only children are trained here from 3 to 4 years old. And here is the most important feature of this stage of education: a child can be there only 3 hours a day. You will have to pay for the rest of the time. Classes are held in the form of group and thematic games, and the main task is to identify the child's abilities.
Primary school:
In most UK schools elementary education starts from 5 to 11 years old, and in some schools even 13 years old if the first two years were preparatory. From the age of 5, education in England becomes compulsory for each. At the preparatory stage, the child must necessarily study English and mathematics, and depending on what the parents choose, he can study geography, history, music and other subjects. From the age of 7 to 11 (or 13), the sciences mentioned before are joined by natural sciences, design and information Technology... In total, children study about 12 subjects.
Secondary school:
This stage takes place from 11 (or 13) to 16 years old, when the student takes an exam for a certificate of secondary education. Until the age of 14, children study a huge range of school subjects. Then, 2 years before leaving school, they choose 5-10 subjects for themselves and purposefully prepare for the exam. After receiving a certificate (General Certificate of Secondary Education), their compulsory education ends, and they can go, for example, to a professional college.
Those who want to get high quality stay at school for another 2 years. Here they choose about 5 items. These are the subjects they will specialize in at the university. At the end of two years of training, students take an exam, after which they can enter the university.
Private education in the UK
Naturally, many would like their children to go to a private school in England. Studying in private schools in Great Britain is considered one of the most prestigious, but also one of the most expensive. Not everyone can afford such education. The estimated cost of training is somewhere around 4-10 thousand pounds per semester. Moreover, the academic year is 3 terms... So calculate how much the training can cost.
Of course, even the most prestigious and expensive schools in the UK provide scholarships for talented students. They can cover 5 to 50% of the tuition fees. But to get such a scholarship you have to try very hard.
Some features of studying in the UK
It is necessary to carefully monitor the time of acceptance of documents. For example, in order to send a child to the kindergarten of primary school, the director must have the documents six months before the start of the semester! And this does not guarantee that your child will graduate from this particular school in the future. Usually all good primary schools are overcrowded for years to come.
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Today I also want to help you and have prepared a text in English on this topic. I hope that my topic today will help you write a topic on the topic of education in England, and also practice it in a conversation.
Education in Great Britain.
Education in England is obligatory for those who are at the age from 5 to 16. Schools in Britain are state (that usually are free) or private (that require a lot of money).
Pupils in Britain usually take primary school and secondary school.
They enter the school at the age of 5. It is called primary school. Here they study such subjects as English, math, and music and so on. They enter secondary school when they turn 11. Here they have a lot of subjects such as geography, history, chemistry, IT and so on.
In Britain boys and girls visit the same classes and are not separated.
At 16 they must pass the exam that states that they have finished the school. After getting the diploma (GCSE) they can either stay at school for preparing for the university, or go to college.
Here the obligatory part of education comes to an end. Those who stay at school for 2 more years chose 4-5 subjects that they are going to study at university and prepare for the exam called A-level. They need it to enter university.
Those who want to enter private school should be ready to pay a lot of money. The cost of the school is about 4-10 thousand pounds for the semester. Some private schools provide scholarships for very talented students that cover from 5 to 50% of the cost. But it is very difficult to get the scholarship.
So that is the way English pupils get the education.
Useful expressions:
to be obligatory for smb - be obligatory for someone
at the age from 5 to 16 years old -in age from 5 before 16 years
to take primary school -go in initial school
when you turn 11 years - when you turn 11
to be separated -to be divided
to come to an end -come up to the end
be ready to do sth - be ready to do anything
to get education -to get education
the cost of the school -cost school teaching
state and private school - public and private schools
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Education in Great Britain - Education in Great Britain
Education in Britain is compulsory (1) between the ages of 5 and 16 (4 and 16 in Northern Ireland).
Primary education includes three age ranges: nursery for children under 5 years, infants from 5 to 7, and juniors from 7 to 11 years old. About half the children under the age of 5 receive nursery education (2), and many other children attend pre-school playgrounds mostly organized by parents.
Compulsory primary education begins at the age of 5 in England, Wales and Scotland, and 4 in Northern Ireland. Children usually start their school career (3) in an infant school and move to a junior school or department (4) at the age of 7.
Pupils in England and Wales begin to tackle (5) a range of subjects including those stipulated (6) under the National Curriculum, which will form the basis of their education until the age of 16. Subjects covered include English, mathematics and science, along with technology, history, geography, music, art and physical education and, for older pupils, a modern language. Religious (7) education is available (8) in all schools, although parents have the right to withdraw (9) their children from such classes. Secondary schools are generally much larger than primary schools. A small proportion attend fee-paying (10) private, or ‘Independent’ (11) (‘Public’) schools. The large majority of schools teach both boys and girls together. The school year in England and Wales normally begins in September and continues into the following July. In Scotland it runs from August to June and in Northern Ireland from September to June and has three terms. Pupils of all ages take part in workplace activities (12) that, teachers believe, 'help them to develop personal as well as commercial skills (13)’.
At 7 and 11 years old, and then at 14 and 16 at secondary school, teachers measure children’s progress in each subject. Parents receive regular information about the way their child’s school is performing (14), as well as their child is progressing.
The main school examination, the General Certificate of secondary education (GCSE) examination is taken in England, Wales and Northern Ireland at around the age of 16. If pupils are successful, they can continue to more advanced (15) education or training. Many study for ‘A’ (Advanced) and ‘AS’ (Advanced Supplementary (16)) level qualifications. These are two-year courses in single subjects. Students usually take two or three subjects which may be combined with one or two ‘AS’ courses, which are offered by both schools and colleges. These exams are the main standard for entry university education and for many forms of professional training.
There is also a Certificate of Pre-Vocational (17) Education (CPVE) for those staying at school for a year after the age of 16; this provides (18) a preparation (19) for work or vocational courses.Education in the UK is compulsory between the ages of 5 and 16 (4 and 16 in Northern Ireland).
Primary education includes three age groups: children under 5 years old, children from 5 to 7 years old, adolescents from 7 to 11 years old. About half of children under 5 attend kindergarten and many children go to preschool groups, mostly organized by parents.
Compulsory primary education begins at age 5 in England, Walt, Scotland, and at age 4 in Northern Ireland. Children start their school life in elementary school, then transfer to a secondary school or department from the age of 7.
Pupils in England and Walia begin to study subjects covered by the national curriculum, which form the basis of their education until age 16. Subjects include English, mathematics, science and technology, history, geography, music, drawing, physical education, and for older children, modern English. Religious education is provided in all schools, although parents have the right to prevent children from attending such lessons. The general education schools are larger than the primary ones. A small number of students attend paid private or "independent schools". In most schools, boys and girls study together. Academic year in England and Walia it usually starts in September and lasts until July. In Scotland, it runs from August to June, and in Northern Ireland from September to June, and consists of three semesters. Students of all ages work in workshops and factories, as teachers are convinced that this helps in building personality and business skills.
From the ages of 7 to 11, and subsequently from 14 to 16 in secondary schools, teachers determine the success of children in each subject. Parents are regularly informed about how their child is learning and has achieved many of the greatest success.
The main school exam for the secondary education certificate is made by children in England, the Valley and Northern Ireland at the age of 16. If it is drawn up successfully, it is possible to continue education at the highest level of training or industrial specialization. Many continue their studies at the "A" level ( increased complexity) and level "AS" - additional qualification level. This is a two-year study of a separate subject. Students study, as a rule, from two or three subjects, which are combined into one or two "AS" programs, which are offered both in schools and colleges. These exams are the basis for university admission and many types professional activity.
There is also a certificate vocational school for those who went to school for one more year after the age of 16. This provides preparation for the calling.Vocabulary
1.compulsory - required
2. nursery education - education in kindergarten
3. career - career
4.department - department
5.tackle - to deal (with), engage
6. stipulate ["stɪpjəleɪt] - provide
7.religious - religious
8. available [ə "veɪləbl] - seizure, useful
9.withdraw - withdraw, withdraw
10. fee-paying - paid
11. independent - independent
12.workplace activities - work in workshops or production
13.skill - skill, skill
14.perform - here: learn
15.advanced - advanced, progressive, increased difficulty
16.suppmentary - additional
17.vocational - professional
18. provide - provide, provide
19.preparation - preparationQuestions
1. What is the compulsory schooling age in different parts of Great Britain?
2. What can you say about religious education?
3. What other schools besides comprehensive give (provide) secondary education?
4. How long does the school year last in Britain?
5. When do teachers measure children’s progress in each subject?
6. What is the main school examination?
7. When is the GCSE examination taken?
8. What are the ‘A’ and ‘AS’ level qualifications?
9. What are these exams the main standard for?Hello my beloved readers.
Probably, each of you at least once in your life thought about what it is like to study in the UK! The country is renowned for its excellent teachers, state-of-the-art classrooms, modern teaching methods and rigorous standards. All of this is tightly controlled so that the fame of the quality of British education is in no way destroyed.
So today I want to tell you how it is possible - but not so easy - to get a higher education in the UK. Let's go in order.
First and foremost
Unlike our education system, where we rush to conquer the vastness of the university right after school, in the UK you will not have enough school knowledge. The system of higher education there is created in such a way that without confirmation of passing the tests of the program A-level or Foundation no one will let you into the university!
What is A-level?
This is a 2 year program. After the child reaches the age of 16, compulsory education for him ends there. After that, he can go to college to study engineering, cook, hairdresser and other similar specialties. But those who want to go to university stay in school for another 2 years. There they choose several subjects for themselves, in which they plan to specialize 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 who study in Great Britain. The program lasts only a year, but in intensity it will be more difficult than A-level. Here, in addition to their subjects, students still. Usually these programs are organized at the institution where you want to apply, so carefully study all the information about admission on the university website.
The pyramid of British education.
- When you have successfully completed the A-level or Foundation stages, then your path begins up the ladder of higher education in England. And the first step here is undergraduate ... Studying under the bachelor's degree program takes 3 years, and in some specialties, such as medicine, for example, and several years more. Upon graduation, you receive a diploma and a Bachelor's degree. With this degree, you may well start your professional career.
- The next step is magistracy ... The duration of this step is only 1 year. Here students go to 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 step in the UK higher education system is graduate school , or in another way - doctor degree ... This is a complete analogue of Russian postgraduate studies, although in terms of complexity it can be compared more with doctoral studies in Russia. Here students are exclusively engaged in research. They choose a topic, study it, and prepare for dissertation... And lasts 3-4 years. Just))
Admission procedure!
The procedure for admission to the university is not so difficult, 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 characteristic from the place of study. All this must be submitted no later than January.
Note that the requirements not only for documents, but also for knowledge differ 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 to pass internal exams. Therefore, always carefully study the necessary information on the university website.
Cost of education
Another issue is the cost of training. After all, it is not necessary to go to Cambridge or, where the payment 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 no less good knowledge in the desired specialization, while the payment will be much less and quite affordable. On average, 1 year at the university costs about 15,000 euros, without taking into account the cost of accommodation, meals and flights.
Online Courses
IN recent times online courses of world universities, including British ones, are becoming very popular. Therefore, in order to at least minimally feel the quality and system of British education, try to go through them. You will immediately understand whether you like this or that subject or not. Whether you like the teacher of this university or not. And at least you will be able to tighten your abilities to. Isn't it great?
I hope you remember everything! Now let's practice a little.
Topic in English
I invite you to study the topic of everything that I just wrote about. English text 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 - labor skills
to be supposed to - supposed
to go through - 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 - to conduct a thorough research
Well, my dears, congratulations! By the end of today's lesson, you can talk about higher education in the UK and also do it all in English. By the way, I have 2 more texts for you (with translation into Russian) about higher education in the UK - this, and this -.
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Education in Britain is compulsory and free for all children.
Primary education begins at the age of 5 in England, Wales and Scotland, and 4 in Northern Ireland. It includes three age ranges: nursery for children under 5 years, infants from 5 to 7, and juniors from 7 to 11 years old. In nursery schools babies don’t have real classes, they learn some elementary things such as numbers, colors and letters. Besides, they play, have lunch and sleep there. Children usually start their school education in an infant school and move to a junior school at the age of 7.
Compulsory secondary education begins when children are 11 or 12 and lasts for 5 years: one form to each year. Secondary schools are generally much larger than primary ones. Pupils in England and Wales begin studying a range of subjects stipulated under the National Curriculum. Religious education is available in all schools, although parents have the right to withdraw their children from such classes.
About 5 per cent of schoolchildren attend fee-paying private or public schools. Most of these schools are boarding ones, where children live as well as study. The most famous British public schools are Eton, Harrow and Winchester.
The large majority of British schools teach both boys and girls together. But grammar schools, which give state secondary education of a very high standard, teach boys and girls separately.
The school year in England and Wales starts in September and ends in July. In Scotland it runs from August to June and in Northern Ireland from September to June and has three terms. At 7 and 11 years old, and then at 14 and 16 at secondary school, pupils take examinations in the core subjects (English, Mathematics and Science).
The main school examination, the General Certificate of secondary education (GCSE) examination is taken at the age of 16. If pupils are successful, they can make their choice: they may either go to a Further Education College or a Polytechnic or they may continue their education in the sixth form. Those who stay at school after GCSE, study for 2 more years for "A" (Advanced) Level Exams in two or three subjects which is necessary to enter one of British universities. Universities usually select students basing on their A-level results and an interview. After three years of study a university graduate gets the Degree of a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Engineering. Many students then continue their studies for a Master "s Degree and then a Doctor" s Degree (PhD).
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British education is compulsory and free for all children.
Primary education begins at age 5 in England, Wales and Scotland, and at age 4 in Northern Ireland. It includes three age ranges: crèche for children under 5, primary school for 5 to 7 years old, and elementary school for children 7-11 years old. In kindergartens, kids do not yet have real lessons, they are taught only some elementary things: numbers, colors and letters. They also play, eat, and sleep. Children usually begin their education in primary school and further in elementary school at the age of 7.
Compulsory secondary education begins at the age of 11 or 12 and lasts for 5 years: one class for each year. Secondary schools are generally much larger than primary schools. Pupils in England and Wales begin their National Curriculum subjects. Religious education is also present in all schools, although parents have the right to refuse these classes.
About 5% of schoolchildren attend paid private schools. Most of these schools are boarding schools, that is, children live and study in them. The most famous British private schools are Eton, Harrow and Winchester.
Most British schools teach boys and girls together. However, "grammar" schools, which provide state secondary education at a very high level, deal with boys and girls separately.
The school year in England and Wales begins in September and ends in July. In Scotland, it runs from August to June, and in Northern Ireland from September to June, and consists of three semesters. At the age of 7 and 11, and then 14 and 16 in secondary schools, children take exams in basic subjects (English, mathematics and science).
The main school exam for the Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) is taken at the age of 16. If students pass it successfully, they have a choice: they can either go to college additional education or to a polytechnic school, or to continue their education in the sixth grade. Those who remain in school after the GCSE study for another 2 years in order to pass the advanced level "A" exams in two or three subjects, which is a prerequisite for admission to a British university. Universities usually select students on the basis of "A" exams and interviews. After 3 years of study, the university graduate receives a Bachelor's degree in humanities, natural sciences or engineering. Many students continue their studies for the Master's degree and after the Doctor's degree.
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Topics in English Education in the UK(Education in Great Britain) tells not only about schools, but also about famous higher educational institutions in Great Britain, as well as what types of universities in Great Britain are divided into.
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Education in Great Britain
Education in Great Britain is compulsory and free for children from 5 to 16 years old. Some children attend kindergartens from the age of 3. However, it "s not compulsory. In kindergartens, children learn very simple things like colors, numbers and letters. They also play games and sleep after lunch. There is always someone keeping an eye on children, no matter what they do.
Compulsory education lasts 6 years; it begins at the age of 5 when children go to primary school. There are two periods: pupils from 5 to 7 years old attend infant schools and pupils from 7 to 11 years old attend junior schools.
The classes in infant schools usually consist of playing games and getting acquainted with teachers, classrooms and desks.
When children are 7 years old, the real studying begins. Pupils don "t play very much, they have classes where they sit at desks, write, read and answer the questions.
Compulsory secondary education consists of 5 forms and lasts 5 years. It begins when children are 11 or 12 years old. Children study History, English, Art, Mathematics, Geography, Music, Science and Foreign languages. There are also lessons of Physical training and Religion. At the age of 7, 11 and 14 pupils take examinations in the core subjects - Mathematics, English and Science.
There are 3 types of state secondary schools in Great Britain: comprehensive schools, grammar schools and modern schools.
Comprehensive schools take pupils without exams. Children are divided into humanitarian or technical groups according to their abilities.
Grammar schools give secondary education of a very high standard. At the age of 11 children pass tests to enter a grammar school.
Modern schools don "t prepare pupils for universities, but for practical jobs.
At the age of 16, pupils take the General Certificate of Secondary Education examination. The subjects for the exams are chosen by the pupil in the third or in the forth form.
After GCSE pupils have a choice: either they go to a Further Education College or continue their education in the sixth form. Those who stay at school, study for 2 more years for Advanced Level Exams in two or three subjects. It is necessary to get a place at one of British universities.
There are also about 500 private schools in Great Britain, they are very expensive and only 5% of schoolchildren attend these schools. The most famous British public schools are Harrow, Eton and Winchester.
After leaving secondary school young people apply to a college, university or a polytechnic.
The Universities of Great Britain are divided into 5 types:
- The Old ones (founded before the 19th century, e.g. Oxford, Cambridge);
- The Red Brick (founded in the 19th or 20th century);
- The Plate Glass (founded in 1960s);
- The Open University (students learn subjects and do exercises at home, then send their works to their tutors for checking);
- The New Universities (former polytechnic academies and colleges).The University of Cambridge, The University of Oxford, London Imperial College, London School of Economics and London University College are considered the best universities.
Universities select students basing on their interviews and A-level results.Students graduate from universities with the Degree of a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Engineering after three studying for three years. After that some students continue their studies for a Master "s Degree and then a Doctor" s Degree (PhD).
----- translation -----Education in the UK
Education is compulsory and free for children from 5 to 16 years old. Some children from 3 years old go to kindergarten. However, this is not required. In kindergarten, children learn the simplest things like colors, numbers and letters. In addition, they play and sleep in the afternoon. Children are always looked after by someone, whatever they are busy with.
Compulsory education lasts 6 years and starts at the age of 5 when children go to primary school. It is divided into 2 periods: children from 5 to 7 years old attend school for toddlers, and children from 7 to 11 years old go to primary school.
Lessons in elementary school consist of games and meeting teachers, classrooms and desks.
When the children turn 7, real learning begins. Students do not play very much and answer questionsCompulsory secondary education consists of 5 grades and lasts 5 years. It starts when children are 11 or 12 years old. Children learn history, English, visual arts, mathematics, geography, music, science, and foreign languages. Physical education and religion classes are also held. At the age of 7, 11 and 14, students take exams in basic subjects - mathematics, english language and natural science.
There are 3 types of public schools for secondary education: general education schools, grammar schools and modern schools.
General education schools admit students without entrance examinations. In such schools, children are usually divided into humanitarian and technical groups, depending on the possession of certain skills.
Grammar schools provide secondary education very high level... To enter such a school, you must pass a written examination at the age of 11.
Modern schools prepare children not for university entrance, but for working professions.At the age of 16, students take the high school certificate exam. They choose subjects for this exam in 3rd or 4th grade.
After this exam, students have a choice: continue further training in college, or go to 6th grade. Those who remain in school study for another 2 years, after which they take the A-level exams in two or three subjects. This is necessary for admission to one of the British universities.
There are also about 500 private schools in the UK, education in them is very expensive, so only 5% of schoolchildren attend them. The most famous private schools in Great Britain are Harrow, Eton and Winchester.
After a student has graduated from high school, they can apply to college, university, or technical school.
British universities are divided into 5 types:
- The Ancients (Founded before the 19th century such as Oxford and Cambridge);
- "Red Brick" (founded in the 19th or 20th century);
- "Glass" (founded in the 1960s);
- Open University (students study subjects and do exercises at home, then send ready tasks teachers for verification);
- New (former polytechnic academies and colleges).Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial College London, London School of Economics and University College London are ranked as top universities.
Getting a place at the university depends on the results of the interview and the "A" level exams.
After three years The student graduates from the university with a bachelor's degree in humanities, natural sciences or engineering. After that, some students continue their studies to obtain a master's degree and then a Ph.D.
