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UK Culture

Find out all about contemporary culture in the UK by listening to this series of podcasts. This material is recommended for intermediate and advanced learners.

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    Currency
    Sun, 20 Feb 11

    The pound sterling is the oldest currency in the world that is still in use. What do you know about the money used in the UK?

  • Pedestrians
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    Pedestrians
    Wed, 26 Jan 11

    Roads are dangerous places for people on foot. Watch this video to find out how to stay safe when crossing roads in the UK.

  • A 3D map of the UK
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    Climate and Geography
    Wed, 29 Dec 10

    So what is the United Kingdom?

    To give it its full title it’s ‘The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland’. You might hear it referred to as Britain, Great Britain or more often, simply as ‘The UK’.

  • A selection of bank cards
    Your rating: None (75 votes)
    Banking
    Wed, 01 Dec 10

    If you want to live in the UK, you will need a bank account. Watch the video to find out more about banking and financial services in the UK. 

  • A golf ball and club
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    Leisure
    Wed, 03 Nov 10

    Most of Britain’s population enjoys sport and leisure activities in one way or another, and whether as a participant or a spectator there are a whole host of activities to enjoy.

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  • A selection of bank cards
    Your rating: None (75 votes)
    Banking
    Wed, 01 Dec 10

    If you want to live in the UK, you will need a bank account. Watch the video to find out more about banking and financial services in the UK. 

  • A 3D map of the UK
    Your rating: None (105 votes)
    Climate and Geography
    Wed, 29 Dec 10

    So what is the United Kingdom?

    To give it its full title it’s ‘The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland’. You might hear it referred to as Britain, Great Britain or more often, simply as ‘The UK’.

  • Your rating: None (36 votes)
    Creative Industries
    Fri, 09 Apr 10

    Creative industries play a key role in the UK economy. Listen and find out what it's like to live and work as a young professional in the UK.

  • Your rating: None (138 votes)
    Currency
    Sun, 20 Feb 11

    The pound sterling is the oldest currency in the world that is still in use. What do you know about the money used in the UK?

  • Your rating: None (55 votes)
    Ethical Shopping
    Fri, 09 Apr 10

    Are you after value for money when you're shopping for fashion; or fashion that's made with values? Listen and find out more.

Most popular

  • Your rating: None (98 votes)
    New words
    Fri, 07 May 10

    New words and phrases are continually entering the English language. Listen to this Trend UK episode and find out if you are a screenager or even perhaps a splod!

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    Student Money
    Fri, 18 Jun 10

    Are you a student living away from home? Do you find yourself living on a tight budget? Listen to these UK students and find out their top tips for saving money.

  • Westminster with buses passing by
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    Population and Demographics
    Tue, 14 Sep 10

    Do you know how the UK is governed and who lives there? Watch the first of a new series of videos on UK life and institutions. 

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    What's a University Education Worth?
    Fri, 28 May 10

    Every year, it costs British students more and more to attend university. Students are graduating with larger and larger debts. So is a university degree really worth it?

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    Manners
    Fri, 09 Apr 10

    Did you know that manners are all about a reduction of violence between people? If you don't believe it , have a listen to this.

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lecorrea
Colombia

In my country it is easy to open a bank account, but it is certainly not easy to have access to...
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FSaboia
Brazil

Hello, everyone. Nice points whether you buy a good. Ethical Shopping must be done in every...
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zakaria.bouarib
Morocco

Hi British council Team , Hi Friends ;
I live in a country which is supposed to...
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A - Z of Content

Banking

Climate and Geography

Creative Industries

Currency

Ethical Shopping

Language

Leisure

Manners

New words

Pedestrians

Population and Demographics

Student Money

What's a University Education Worth?