When you choose a higher education course, here are some tips for you to follow.
Choosing your course
There are a range of subjects and courses available. Many are work-related; others are academic. You’ll need to look beyond the course title because courses with almost the same name may differ enormously. For example, if you’re interested in construction but wish to use your creative skills, you may be better suited to a building design management course than a building project management course.
Style of learning
Think about the style of learning that best suits you. It’s important to study a subject that you particularly enjoy, but if you want to follow a career in a different area, you may consider taking the subjects you want to learn and joining them into one degree. Many degree courses are made up of different subject modules which deal with particular areas of interest.
Choosing where to study
Where you study can be almost as important as what you study. One thing to consider is whether you want to live at home or move away. For some people, living at home offers the best of both worlds, but it may make sense to move if you want to study a particular course at a specific university or college. Many students value the experience of living on campus or in a different part of the country as an important part of university life.
Finding out more about courses
Once you’ve got a list of courses that appeal to you, it’s worth looking at some other sources of information about them, like independent reports. These provide information on the numbers of students who finished the course, student satisfaction and more.
Open days
Open days usually take place in spring or autumn. Although you may have an idea about what a course is like, there’s no substitute（替代）for attending a class yourself. If you can’t come on the open days, you can sign up for a guided tour instead.
1. You need to look beyond the course title because courses with similar names may be ______.| A．creativity-focused | B．work-related |
| C．far different | D．quite similar |
| A．Add preferred subjects to your degree courses. |
| B．Choose the subjects based on your interest. |
| C．Earn different degrees. |
| D．Give up your interest. |
| A．Disadvantages of studying on campus. |
| B．Reasons for choosing where to study. |
| C．Importance of attending a nearby college. |
| D．Problems of going to a faraway university. |
| A．To increase applicants’ interest. |
| B．To better understand a course. |
| C．To figure out how to complete a course. |
| D．To find out how different the courses are. |
| A．sign up for a particular course |
| B．take a guided tour on the campus |
| C．see whether there is a substitute course |
| D．have a first-hand experience of a course |
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【推荐1】Architecture Summer School
Course overview
It will be an interesting design experience at the Royal College of Art School of Architecture. The Architecture Summer School offers a challenging and attractive programmer of design studio experience, visits, lectures and skill training.
Admission criteria
Participants must:
<>have an undergraduate degree in design or a creative background;
<>have a good level of English language;
<>be 18 years or over.
How to apply
We do not accept applications at the moment. The below information does not apply until the course is live again. To apply, please complete our online application form. This online form requires you to;
<> submit your Curriculum Vitae (简历);
<> submit a 300-word statement of interest outlining your relevant experience or practice and why you would like to join the Architecture Summer School.
If your application is accepted, you will be emailed with a booking link so that you can make payment of the course fee. The place will be held until the payment deadline, and if you do not make payment by this date then your place will be offered to another participant.
If your application is unsuccessful, we will inform you by email. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide personal feedback due to the great number of applications that we receive.
If the course is fully booked and your application is successful, we will add your name to a waiting list.
Application deadlines
Applications will be assessed by the RCA course team every two weeks or until the course is fully booked. We will inform all applicants by email within two weeks after they submit an application. Participants are advised to apply early to avoid disappointment as places are strictly limited.
1. What's the requirement if you want to apply for Architecture Summer School?| A．Applying on line now. |
| B．Being at least 18 years old. |
| C．Holding a graduate degree, in design. |
| D．Having a good command of foreign languages. |
| A．Submit your design work. |
| B．Pay 300 pounds in advance. |
| C．Mail the school your course fee |
| D．Describe your reason for joining the school. |
| A．You may not get the place. |
| B．You may get a personal feedback. |
| C．You will have to pay a double fee later. |
| D．You will find your name on the waiting list. |
【推荐2】The two-year Master’s program Computational Linguistics is a research-oriented program. It is designed to provide more in-depth skills in specialized subjects building on the contents of a B. Sc. in Natural Language Processing or a related field. The program is characterized by an emphasis on team work, laboratory work and research skills.
Which interests and skills should I have?
The M. Sc. Computational Linguistics is ideal for students with a background in Computer Science and Linguistics who want to study in an interdisciplinary, innovative environment.
Which areas of specialization are there?
Students can focus on one of the following areas by choosing specific elective courses: Core Computational Linguistics, Applied Natural Language Processing, Speech Processing, Computer Science.
What job prospects are available to me after graduation?
With an M. Sc. in Computational Linguistics, students are prepared for advanced academic or industrial research and development in Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing, or for working in companies involved with speech and language technologies.
Typical fields of work include speech processing, automatic generation and analysis of texts, machine translation, electronic dictionaries, search technology, (social) media monitoring, or dialogue systems. Students with an M. Sc. in Computational Linguistics from Stuttgart work in renowned organizations not only in Germany, but also all over the world.
What opportunities does my study program offer?
In the 3rd semester, students can study abroad and use the credit points for their M. Sc. Computation Linguistics. Various partner institutions offer interesting courses in the CL field.
What opportunities does the University of Stuttgart has to offer?
Are you interested in going on exchange for a semester or two? Or would you rather do some research or attend a language course? Have you ever thought of joining a Summer School or planned an internship abroad? Whatever you have in mind for your exchange, the International Office will help you make your stay abroad an unforgettable experience. The first step will be to sign up online for our information sessions at the International Office that are offered on a regular basis. We look forward to your registration!
1. According to the passage, the two-year Master’s program Computational Linguistics ________.| A．attaches great importance to research skills |
| B．gives students a guarantee of working abroad |
| C．asks students to focus on more specialized areas |
| D．requires no basic knowledge of computer science |
| A．do some related research | B．attend a language course |
| C．register online for meetings | D．get the required credit points |
| A．A college website. | B．A popular magazine. |
| C．An academic journal. | D．A science newspaper. |
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| Reading in the Digital Age This course is for people from all walks of life who enjoy reading and would like to know how literary scholars understand texts in the digital age. It introduces you to a variety of ways of understanding texts. Through the course, you will become familiar with professional reading practices as well as newer, computer-driven reading skills. Duration: 6 weeks 4 hours pw 2 August |
| Exploring English: Shakespeare This course is aimed at high school students and university students who wish to learn more about Shakespeare. The first week will look at Shakespeare's life and times. For the rest of the course, we will look closely at a different play each week. Shakespearean actors will help us explore the universal themes in Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, The Tempest and Macbeth. Our video tutor will guide you through the course and look at the words and phrases that Shakespeare introduced to the English language. Duration: 6 weeks 2 hours pw 16 July |
| The European Discovery of China This course is aimed at anyone with an interest in Chinese, European or world history. It focuses on when and how the West first approached China. We will look at China's place in the world and connections to the West via the Silk Road, the rise of Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire, and finally the Ming dynasty. We'll know this period of Chinese history through the eyes of Western travellers from the 13th to the 17th century. What these Western travellers saw, what they didn't see — that's the story that we will uncover in this course. Duration: 8 weeks 6 hours pw 6 July |
1. When you take Reading in the Digital Age, you will ________.
| A．walk into different people's life |
| B．learn ways of understanding texts |
| C．get better at computer skills |
| D．share opinions with literary scholars |
| A．Actors. | B．Scholars. |
| C．Historians. | D．Video tutors. |
| A．China's discovery of the West. |
| B．The rise and fall of the Qing Dynasty. |
| C．The importance of the Silk Road. |
| D．China's interest in Western travellers. |
| A．Science and history. |
| B．Media and health. |
| C．Nature and environment. |
| D．Language and culture. |
| A．They are aimed at students. |
| B．They are provided for free. |
| C．Each lasts 6 weeks. |
| D．Each takes 2 hours per week. |
【推荐1】Have you ever considered all the English expressions that include words about clothes? Let’s have a look.
People wear pants to cover the lower part of their bodies. We sometimes say that people who are nervous have ants in their pants. Sometimes, people may get caught with their pants down. They are found doing something they should not be doing. And, in every family, one person takes control. Sometimes a wife tells her husband what to do. Then we say she wears the pants in the family.
Pants usually have pockets to hold things. Money that is likely to be spent quickly can burn a hole in your pocket. Sometimes you need a belt to hold up your pants. If you have less money than usual, you may have to tighten your belt.
I always praise people who can save their money and not spend too much. I really take my hat off to them. Yet, when it comes to my own money, I spend it at the drop of a hat, which means I instantly spend it.
Boots are a heavy or strong kind of shoes. People who are too big for their boots think they are more important than they really are. I dislike such people.
My father is an important person. He runs a big company. He wears a suit and tie, and a shirt with sleeves that cover his arms. Some people who do not know him well think he is too serious and never shows his feelings openly. But I know that my father wears his heart on his sleeve.
1. What is this passage mainly about?| A．What pants mean in English. | B．Some special English expressions. |
| C．Some funny English expressions. | D．Some expressions related to clothes. |
| A．Get caught with one’s pants down. | B．Have ants in one’s pants. |
| C．Wear the pants in the family. | D．Burn a hole in one’s pocket. |
| A．doesn’t save money | B．earns much money |
| C．never wastes his money | D．spends more than he earns |
【推荐2】Dance is one of the most wonderful forms of human communication. In many cultures, dance has both historic and cultural significance, which is communicated through learned gestures and expressions. Here are a bit more details about three of the world’s most beautiful dances.
Kathakali
Kathakali is a storytelling dance, during which performers use a variety of gestures, and eyes and facial expressions to communicate meanings. Costumes, hair styles, makeup and face paint, and jewelry also all hold specific meanings in the performance of kathakali. There are nine facial expressions used to express emotions ranging from sadness and anger to curiosity. Through their expressions, it should be completely clear to the viewer what the performer is intending to convey.
Tango
The dance has its roots in an African slave dance called candombe, which is also a type of music. One key factor of a candombe performance is a partnered dance, which has over time developed into the modern tango. If you can keep your eyes on one part of the tango, just focus on the dancers’ legs and feet. The tango is typically performed low to the ground, with both performers’ step-work often taking place at the same time. It’s complex and communicative.
Flamenco
One of the most interesting facts about the flamenco is that it began as a song. Over time, flamenco developed to include its now-famous passionate accompanying dance. One of the key factors of flamenco is palmas. It may look like simple, rhythmic clapping, but palmas are performed at different speeds, and strengths, and it is essential that the flamenco dancer understands how to make use of his or her hands as part of the performance.
1. What is special about kathakali?| A．It is intended to convey a romantic story. |
| B．It involves many expressions to attract viewers. |
| C．It’s a dance to tell a story and express many feelings. |
| D．It is a dance where people can learn how to exchange feelings. |
| A．The dancers’ arms and hands. | B．The dancers’ legs and feet. |
| C．The dancers’ facial expressions. | D．The dancers’ eyes and hands. |
| A．Kathakali. | B．Flamenco. | C．Tango. | D．Candombe |
【推荐3】In the ground below a tall New York City apartment building, several machines collect carbon dioxide(CO2)from large gas-powered boilers which help heat the building but also release CO2 into the atmosphere.
Nearly 70 percent of New York City’s large buildings have steam boilers that run on natural gas or oil. Big buildings in New York City release about two-thirds of the city’s emissions(排放). New York state’s buildings also release more air pollution than any other state.
Brian Asparro, chief operating officer of CarbonQuest—the company that built the machines to capture(捕获)the CO2 in the apartment buildings—said, “Time is not on our side, and this type of solution can be cost-effective and without a major destruction.”
The machines cool the CO2 to about-23℃. At that temperature, the gas becomes liquid and can be carried away by trucks to Brooklyn, another area in New York City. There, another company turns the liquid into a solid, The solid CO2 then reacts with calcium to form calcium carbonate(碳酸钙), which goes into concrete, Once the CO2 is in concrete, ‘it will not release into the atmosphere unless the concrete is heated to about 600℃.
However, critics say, “Carbon capture doesn’t actually reduce emissions; it seeks to put them somewhere else.” Critics also worry that it is dangerous to keep large amounts of CO2 below buildings. If too much of the gas is released by accident, it could cause health problems and even death.
But supporters of capturing the CO2 say it is safe. They also argue that boilers and other gas heating systems are probably more dangerous than the machines that capture the CO2.
Under a new state law in New York, many buildings must reduce their emissions. If they do not lower their emissions, the building owners will have to pay a fine. What’s more, to help increase the use of carbon capture machines, the government lowers taxes for owners who put them in their buildings.
1. How do carbon capture machines in New York City work?| A．By heating the carbon dioxide to 600℃. |
| B．By changing the physical state of carbon dioxide. |
| C．By replacing large gas-powered boilers gradually. |
| D．By transporting the carbon dioxide to other cities. |
| A．Their cost. | B．Their occupied area. |
| C．Their safety. | D．Their harm to the environment. |
| A．Supportive. | B．Doubtful. | C．Unclear. | D．Unconcerned. |
| A．A Major Crisis of Environmental Pollution |
| B．A Disadvantage of Carbon Capture and Storage |
| C．The Development of a Company Called CarbonQuest |
| D．Carbon Capture Technology for Tall Buildings in New York City |
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Stay at the Huntley Plaza in downtown Boston, walk the Freedom Trail, visit historic sites. You can even go to a Red Sox baseball game! Your children will have a ball! $179 per night.
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Spend a week at the Big Sky Dude Ranch where you’ll learn to ride horses, camp under the stars, and care for cattle. Now that sounds like fun! $89 per night.
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New York, NY
See the Statue of Liberty. The Empire State Building, and Ellis Island! Watch a Broadway show and take a carriage (四轮马车) ride through Central Park! You’ll have the time of your life! $209 per night.
All special rates are per room, based on double occupancy (居住). Offers not valid during holiday period, July1-6 and September 3-8.
1. Which place offers historic sites to visit?| A．Boston | B．Orlando |
| C．Lake Tahoe | D．Big Sky |
| A．Play golf. | B．Ride horses. |
| C．See a baseball game. | D．Watch a Broadway show. |
| A．June 28-29. | B．July 4-5. |
| C．September 1-2. | D．August 9-10. |
| A．Boston&Orlando | B．Orlando&Big Sky |
| C．Lake Tahoe&Big Sky | D．Lake Tahoe&New York |
| A．A science journal | B．A travel diary |
| C．A travel advertisement | D．A health magazine |
【推荐2】The Chaucer Heritage Trust was founded in 1992 and aims to further interest, understanding and appreciation of the works of Geoffrey Chaucer, his life and times and influence. This year the Trust is holding The Canterbury Tales Writing Competition around the country. Students are invited to submit pieces of original writing inspired by Geoffrey Chaucer's most famous work: The Canterbury Tales.
Who Can Take Part?
The competition is open to all schools and college communities including pupils who are home educated and any other young people’s community organizations.
The three age groups are:
Junior-up to 11 years old
Intermediate-12-15 years old
Senior--16-19 years old
Competitors must include their date of birth on the entry form.
Competition Guidelines
Choose ONE of the following:
Write a poem about a journey.
Write a short story which explores an important issue through animal characters.
Write an entry for an imaginary pilgrim(朝圣), based upon a modern-day occupation. For example, “The Nurse”, “The Banker” or “The Politician”.
Word Count
The maximum word count is 500 words.
Deadlines
All entries must be submitted by 31 January 2019.
Other rules
All entries must be the original work of the student(however, rewritings of existing stories are acceptable if original in presentation and content).
The decision of the judges will be final.
How to Enter
You can submit your entry at www.chaucer:org.uk/submityourentry
Further Information
For further information please contact Dr Charles Farris at farris@chaucer org.uk
1. Why was the Trust founded?| A．To discover talented writers. |
| B．To seek excellent original works. |
| C．To hold a writing competition annually. |
| D．To help people learn more about Geoffrey Chaucer. |
| A．A college teacher. | B．A professional writer. |
| C．A nine-year-old student. | D．A twenty-year-old college student. |
| A．Competitors can hand in only one entry. |
| B．The characters in the entries must be animals. |
| C．The word count should be more than 500 words. |
| D．Competitors should email their entries to Dr.Charles Farris. |
【推荐3】Next year to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Philadelphia Folk Festival (PFF), we will bring the Festival on Aug. 13-16 to you. Online. No matter where you live in the world, you'll be able to attend starting at $25 per day. Here are some details.
About PFF
The Festival has earned a reputation for world-class programming, annually presenting both musical artists and well-known talents that actively seek to broaden public interaction with folk music. In its 60th year, the Festival is going to present the event to a fully interactive online music experience that can be accessed by music lovers around the world!
About Mountain View Staging
Mountain View Staging is proud to have the opportunity to provide our technical support services for the Philadelphia Folk Festival. We are excited to find creative ways of connecting people during these difficult times and the Folk Festival is an excellent opportunity to adapt what we have learned for new audiences.
Share Your Video
We want you to share your festival memories. Upload your photos and videos for the PFF and you may see them appear during the live broadcast!
Sponsorship & Advertising
Do you want to reach thousands of music fans with your message?
The PFF organization offers a wide range of packages to attract the attention of audiences, and a good opportunity to be part of one of the nation's most unique cultural events!
For more information or questions about sponsoring (赞助)the 60th Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival or advertising with us, contact Justin Nordell at jnordell@pfs. org!
1. What will be special about PFF next year?| A．It is to be held online. |
| B．It will feature folk music. |
| C．It is to present musical artists. |
| D．It will charge no more than $25. |
| A．Creating new performances. |
| B．Uploading photos and videos. |
| C．Advertising the folk music festival. |
| D．Providing technical support services. |
| A．By visiting PFF organizers. |
| B．By sponsoring the 60th PFF. |
| C．By emailing Justin Nordell. |
| D．By sending messages to Inns. |
【推荐1】Christmas may be the time of year for giving and spending time with loved ones, but not everyone feels an overwhelming sense of joy when festivities begin. Thousands of Reddit users have revealed the things they hate about Christmas.
PETER: It causes a heavy financial burden.
“Having to spend a substantial (大量的、实质的) amount of money on family members. I have to buy gifts for my grandparents, my parents, my siblings, my wife’s parents and her siblings, the dogs...and one cousin, because we do Secret Santa amongst the cousins. I love Christmas, but it costs me too much!”
MCCAIN: Exams ruin everything.
“In the UK we have our exams in January so that your Christmas holiday can be used to study. I didn’t have an enjoyable break until I finished university.”
SUSAN: Awkward family gatherings.
“Having everyone point out that I’m still single at family gatherings as if I’m unaware.”
JANET: Choosing presents.
“I don’t really want items anymore, so I don’t expect anything on Christmas, but I am expected to give gifts, but I usually just don’t know what to give.”
ELIZABATH: Shopping hell.
“I hate the way people act when shopping for Christmas. It’s almost like Black Friday every weekend at the big stores.”
JACKSON: Feeling like you have to buy presents.
“The pressure of buying gifts. Can’t we just enjoy each other’s company without comparing who bought the better stuff?”
Mr Green: Christmas jingles.
“I pretty much can’t stand most Christmas music.”
Prof Smith: It’s too commercial.
“The commercialization of it. Even as an atheist (无神论者), I think the Christ part has been taken out of it.”
Dr Martin: Putting up decorations too early.
“People put up Christmas decorations way before Christmas.”
CAROL: The office Christmas party.
“My office Christmas party. We have to pay to go and it’s so boring. Saying that you don’t want to attend is like pulling teeth.”
1. Who is possibly forced into a marriage?| A．Dr. Martin. | B．JACKSON. |
| C．SUSAN. | D．PETER. |
| A．They hate to spend much money on Christmas gifts. |
| B．They have to give gifts to everyone in the family. |
| C．They are happy to compare gifts while purchasing. |
| D．They are faced with the problems caused by gift giving. |
| A．Exams follow the Christmas holiday in Britain. |
| B．Christmas music makes too much noise. |
| C．People are clear about what Christmas gifts to buy. |
| D．Colleagues enjoy their office Christmas parties a lot. |
Next time a customer comes to your office, offer him a cup of coffee. And when you’re doing your holiday shopping online, make sure you’re holding a large glass of iced tea. The physical sensation(感觉) of warmth encourages emotional warmth, while a cold drink in hand prevents you from making unwise decisions—those are the practical lesson being drawn from recent research by psychologist John A. Bargh.
Psychologists have known that one person’s perception(感知) of another’s “warmth” is a powerful determiner in social relationships. Judging someone to be either “warm” or “cold” is a primary consideration, even trumping evidence that a “cold” person may be more capable. Much of this is rooted in very early childhood experiences, Bargh argues, when babies’ conceptual sense of the world around them is shaped by physical sensations, particularly warmth and coldness. Classic studies by Harry Harlow, published in 1958, showed monkeys preferred to stay close to a cloth “mother” rather than one made of wire, even when the wire “mother” carried a food bottle. Harlow’s work and later studies have led psychologists to stress the need for warm physical contact from caregivers to help young children grow into healthy adults with normal social skills.
Feelings of “warmth” and “coldness” in social judgments appear to be universal. Although no worldwide study has been done, Bargh says that describing people as “warm” or “cold” is common to many cultures, and studies have found those perceptions influence judgment in dozens of countries.
To test the relationship between physical and psychological warmth, Bargh conducted an experiment which involved 41 college students. A research assistant who was unaware of the study’s hypotheses(假设), handed the students either a hot cup of coffee, or a cold drink, to hold while the researcher filled out a short information form: The drink was then handed back. After that, the students were asked to rate the personality of “Person A” based on a particular description. Those who had briefly held the warm drink regarded Person A as warmer than those who had held the iced drink.
“We are grounded in our physical experiences even when we think abstractly,” says Bargh.
1. According to Paragraph 1, a person’s emotion may be affected by ______.
| A．the visitors to his office | B．the psychology lessons he has |
| C．his physical feeling of coldness | D．the things he has bought online |
| A．adults should develop social skills | B．babies need warm physical contact |
| C．caregivers should be healthy adults | D．monkeys have social relationships |
| A．evaluate someone’s personality | B．write down their hypotheses |
| C．fill out a personal information form | D．hold coffee and cold drink alternatively |
| A．abstract thinking does not come from physical experiences |
| B．feelings of warmth and coldness are studied worldwide |
| C．physical temperature affects how we see others |
| D．capable persons are often cold to others |
| A．Drinking for Better Social Relationships. |
| B．Experiments of Personality Evaluation. |
| C．Developing Better Drinking Habits. |
| D．Physical Sensations and Emotions. |
【推荐3】Books for Children
| Fleabag and the Ring’s End Beth Webb More stories of Fleabag,the talking cat-star of this wonderful set of 3 books. Ages 9-12, 208 pages, paperback 07549-44116,£3.99 | Star of Wonder Pat Alexander A wonderful collection of Christmas stories and poems. Full of lively pages to read and enjoy. Ages 7-12, 224pages, paperback 07459-39323,£4.99 |
| The Little White Horse Elizabeth Goudge A fairy tale and the winner of the Carnegie Medal. Ages 8-12, 240pages, paperback 07459-45783,£4.99 | My Very First Christmas Book Lois Rock and Alex Ayliffe A big, bright book, which presents the story simply and delightfully for very young children. Ages 0-3, 12pages, 200mm×200mm, board 07459-40560,£4.99 |
| The Not-So-Wise Man Alan MacDonald and Andrew Rowland We all know about the 3 wise men who traveled to Bethlehem and discovered the baby Jesus Christ.This is the tale of another one,who always missed the point. Ages 5-9, 32pages, 270mm×210mm,hardback 07459-38922,£8.99 | First Festival:Christmas Lois Rock An all-in-one book to help grown-ups and children prepare their Christmas celebration together. Presents, activities and customs. Ages 4-7, 48pages 290mm×250mm, hardback 07459-39074,£8.99 |
1. If you want to make a Christmas plan together with your children,which book do you prefer?
| A．Star of Wonder. |
| B．My Very First Christmas Book |
| C．The Not-So-Wise Man |
| D．First Festival:Christmas |
| A．07459-45783 | B．07459-38922 |
| C．07459-40560 | D．07459-44116 |
| A．Lois Rock’s | B．Beth Webb’s |
| C．Pat Alexander’s | D．Elizabeth Goudge’s |
