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Ten reasons to become an English language assistant

16 December 2014 - 08:39

Shereen Chenia, who has returned to the role of English language assistant for a second time, explains the benefits of this opportunity.

80 moments that shaped the world: the shipping container

07 November 2014 - 07:57

This month marks the 80th anniversary of the British Council. To celebrate with us, 10,000 people across the world have ranked the top 80 moments of the last 80 years.

How to understand Korean poetry

27 March 2014 - 17:05

If you’re curious about Korean poetry, understanding the country’s rich and turbulent history is a great place to start.

Sudan's agenda for change

In Sudan, the British Council's Active Citizens programme is being used to initiate grassroots development, as journalist Helen Clifton discovered on a recent trip with Active Citizens fr

Eight tips for success in the creative industries

19 November 2014 - 05:44

Business success in the creative sector need not be elusive. Three alumni of our Young Creative Entrepreneur programme share their tips.

How to survive in a small Italian town on your year abroad

27 November 2014 - 04:39

Being the only young English person in a quiet town in a foreign country can be a daunting experience. University student Chloe Stout explains.

Dr Jane Goodall on animal welfare

20 November 2014 - 05:02

World-renowned environmental conservationist Dr Jane Goodall shares her views on the future of our planet and how we should think about animals.

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Why Palestinian universities are looking abroad

07 January 2015 - 08:15

The British Council’s Tim Sowula accompanies UK publication Times Higher Education on a trip to sound out Palestinian universities.

There are thousands of girls like Malala here

11 February 2015 - 04:33

UK teacher Cassie Flint was in Pakistan when a terrorist attack killed more than 100 students. She looks back on her experience of the country and its schools.

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