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iPad – Apple iPad

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:57:36 +0000

In the world of mobile electronics, such as laptops and netbooks, with a seperate screen and keyboard. One product has combined the two, Apple iPad. The iPad is the only product so far that has combined both the screen and the keyboard.

The Apple iPad has multiple functionalities, you can use it like a laptop or netbook to create emails, view documents. You can read books and the way you turn the pages is like an actual book, you can view photos, videos and movies.

The Apple iPad has more capabilities then the sony reader and the amazon kindle, which makes this product even more attractive.

Visit the site: http://www.apple.com/uk/ipad/

ESOL – English qualifying exam

admin — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:16:35 +0000

Wether you want to improve your english or applying for a college, university or job. ESOL can help created by the University of Cambridge.

This exam is designed to improve your english, this exam is particularly vital, if you are training to become an english teacher. But on a more wider scale, this exam is taken in over 130 countries and is recognised by institutions around the world.

Visit the site:http://www.cambridgeesol.org/index.html

TOEFL – Test for English as a foreign language

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:13:10 +0000

Are you an international/overseas student? have you applied for a course in the UK? Do you have an English qualifying exam? Don’t worry if you don’t.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an exam which can be taken to fulfill the entry requirements of most institutions. This is just one of three types of exams, the others being the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and the CPE (Cambridge Proficiency in English).

Once you have successfully passed this exam, and meet the institutions score level, you can gain a place in colleges or universities around the UK.

Visit the site: http://www.ets.org/portal/site/ets/menuitem

IELTS – English Exam for overseas students

admin — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:44:54 +0000

If you want to study a course in the UK, but are from overseas you may require a certificate or qualification in an English exam.

The IELTS is an English exam which is accepted in a wide variety of institutions and jobs. Within the site you are able to search your company or institution and see what the accepting grade is.

This exam is required if you want to study, work in the UK

Visit the site: http://www.ielts.org/default.aspx

Find A Masters – Courses for Postgraduate study

admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:37:13 +0000

If your looking to study a Masters degree, but don’t know where to start. Find A Masters, can help you find that degree.

This site is the postgraduate version of UCAS, with a database on hundreds of courses in the UK and the World. You can search on the basis of which degree area, geographical area or institute.

The results returned, based on what you searched for, provide links to the institution itself to view the course in further detail or to contact the university directly.

Visit the site: http://www.findamasters.com

SitePoint – for information/books on web development/design

admin — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 13:11:19 +0000

If you are looking for information or books on issues relating to the web, SitePoint has the answers.

SitePoint offers books and PDF’s on web developing and designing as well as other issues for purchase. As well as articles on the latest developments, which is regularly updated.

The resources which can be bought from this are written in a straightforward manner. Therefore, making it easier for you to read and understand the in and outs of web designing and developing.

Visit the site: http://www.sitepoint.com

Open University – Distance learning for adults

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:36:47 +0000

If you want to study in your own time, but do not want to sacrifice your job. Open University has the solution, their specialists in distance learning. Where students can study in their own time, without having to go lectures.

The University sends the material to the student, where he or she can study at their own pace. Tutors can be contacted via email, phone for help and advice.

They also have regional centres around the UK, where they have a team that will help with: course progress, revision for exams and fee payments, as well as other services.

Visit the site: http://www.open.ac.uk

Birkbeck – Evening courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students

admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:48:07 +0000

If you are looking to study a degree, that will fit around your job and life. Birkbeck University, is the answer.

Birkbeck University offers degrees on both an undergraduate and postgraduate level, as well as PhD’s. The university offers short courses too.

Their courses are mainly taught in the evenings, which means students that have a full time daytime job can study without having to give up their daytime responsibilities. With extended hours of resources i.e. tutors, library and other facilities.

Visit the site: http://www.bbk.ac.uk/