School uniforms pros and cons

Listen to two people discussing the pros and cons of school uniforms.
Note down the most interesting ideas and give your opinion.

LISTEN

Public or Private University

Tree-climbing

Dan and Kate talk about tree climbing. What are the attractions of climbing trees and why is it growing as a sport for adults?

Pop stars - the new fashion designers

Why pop stars are the new fashion designers? Listen to the programme and find out.

Stress in the workplace

Do you always buy more than you intend to?

Consumer society

Jobs

Covering Letters 2: Useful phrases

Jobsearch 1: Where to look

You've decided you need a new job. Where do you start to look? What kinds of resources are available? Who are the best people to talk to?

The following text gives some suggestions which you might find helpful. But the sentences are not complete. Test your knowledge of the language of jobs by choosing the correct noun to fill the gaps.

Learning English - Welcome to London. Work

Learning English - Welcome to London- Work

Sample discussion

English oral exam

Alex Hannold one of the greatest climbers on earth

German climber Alexander Hannold, one of the world's most important sport climbers and mountaineers.

Alexander Huber is widely recognised as one of the best climbers in the world. Since the start of the '90's and all the way up to present day, the 1968 born Bavarian has managed to leave his mark like few others in our vertical world: from extreme single pitches at the crag, via big walls in Yosemite, new routes in Patagonia, the Dolomites and the highest mountains in the world. Determined, rational, at times outspoken.

Present perfect