The British Council in Vietnam officially opened the British Council English Language Teaching and Education Centre on the 1st Floor, Viettel Building, 285 Cach Mang Thang Tam Street in District 10, Ho Chi Minh City, on October 4. Mr. Ed Vaizey, the British Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Vietnam, and Mr. Simon Hunt, Director of Business, English, British Council East Asia, along with senior managers of the British Council in Vietnam, distinguished guests, partners, and students were in attendance. British Council English Language Teaching and Education Centre opened on October 4 in HCMC's District 10. The grand opening also marks an important milestone during the British Council’s 25th anniversary in Vietnam. The new center, equipped with modern facilities and equipment, meets all the requirements of new teaching methods, providing an opportunity to effectively support students to develop and improve their English skills for their future education and careers. The … [Read more...] about British Council opens new teaching and education center in HCMC
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Vietnam and British Council sign deal on promoting social enterprises in universities
The Hanoitimes - 2018 marks the 45th anniversary of ambassadorial relations between the UK and Vietnam and 25 years since the British Council opened its first offices in Vietnam. Vietnam's Ministry of Education and Training on October 5 signed a cooperative agreement with the British Council in Vietnam on promoting social enterprises in universities in Vietnam, marking the first step in implementing the task of promoting social enterprise teaching and social reform in universities across Vietnam. Vietnam and British Council sign deal on promoting social enterprises in universities. 2018 marks the 45th anniversary of ambassadorial relations between the UK and Vietnam and 25 years since the British Council opened its first offices in Vietnam. On this cooperation with the Ministry of Education and Training, the British Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy to Vietnam Ed Vaizey said that the UK is the leading country in social enterprises. Through the British Council in Vietnam, … [Read more...] about Vietnam and British Council sign deal on promoting social enterprises in universities
British Council opens 3rd centre in HCM City
British Council opens new teaching and education centre in HCM City. — VNS Photo Thu Ngan The British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, on Thursday opened a new English language and education centre in HCM City, its third. It said the opening marks an important milestone during its 25th anniversary in Viet Nam and demonstrates its commitment to education as a strategic focus in its operations in Viet Nam and an important area of bilateral co-operation. Donna McGowan, country director of the British Council in Viet Nam, said, “With more than 80 years of experience in teaching English and also in creating educational opportunities in over 100 countries, we are more than a language and exams centre and our customers can benefit from opportunities to broaden their knowledge of key global issues as well as improve skills needed to be successful in pursuing future study and career.” “The new … [Read more...] about British Council opens 3rd centre in HCM City
British Council Vietnam to host Study UK Exhibition
British Council Vietnam to host Study UK ExhibitionThe Saigon Times Daily Parents and students take part in a seminar at last year’s Study UK Exhibition - PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE ORGANIZER HCMC - The British Council Vietnam is hosting next weekend the annual Study UK Exhibition 2018, the most anticipated platform that connects UK institutions with prospective students from Vietnam. The event will take place at the Melia Hotel Hanoi on October 6 and the InterContinental Asiana Saigon Hotel a day later. As well as providing prestigious qualifications, the UK is also a world leader in enhancing employability for international students upon graduation. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with representatives of over 30 leading UK institutions and UK qualification providers to gain first-hand information about study opportunities from pre-university levels to postgraduate levels in the UK. The event will also introduce UK-qualification programs in Vietnam, summer courses … [Read more...] about British Council Vietnam to host Study UK Exhibition
British Council announces launch of computer-based IELTS
British Council announces launch of computer-based IELTSThe Saigon Times Daily HCMC - IELTS, the world's most popular English test for higher education and migration, can now be taken on a computer from October 9 onward. The British Council in Vietnam said in a press release dispatched by PRNewswire that the computer-based IELTS will not replace the paper-based version but will offer a choice in delivery and greater availability. Test takers can choose the most suitable option and time to take the IELTS. They can also get their results faster, with results typically being available between five to seven calendar days after the test has been completed. The test content and structure remain the same for both options, and importantly, the speaking test remains face-to-face with a certified IELTS Examiner. Whether test takers take the IELTS on paper or on a computer, they can be confident that they are taking the same trusted English language test. Test takers who choose the … [Read more...] about British Council announces launch of computer-based IELTS