Understand the news. Express your views in English.

This course will help you to understand a range of current affairs topics while improving your ability to express your own thoughts and opinions.

With one 60-minute lesson a week, you can start with just one month and choose a study period that fits your goals and schedule.

·     Every Tuesday, 19:15-20:15
·     One 60-minute lesson a week; four lessons a month
·     Recommended English level: CEFR B1 or above
·     Choose one, two or three months

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What you will gain from this course

1. Express your views more clearly
Build confidence explaining your ideas in English through discussion and the exchange of opinions.

2. Develop up-to-date vocabulary and expressions
Use trusted, up-to-date news sources to learn contemporary vocabulary and expressions that are useful in professional and everyday communication.

3. See the world from different perspectives
Explore news from different countries and regions, and understand a range of opinions.

What you will do in class

You will work with authentic news articles and media reports.

·     understand the news story and its wider context
·     learn vocabulary and expressions connected to the topic
·     organise and develop your ideas in English
·     exchange views with your teacher and classmates

Example topics

·     politics and international affairs
·     economics
·     science and technology
·     environmental issues
·     society and culture

Topics may change depending on what is in the news.

Is this course right for you?

This course is a good choice if you want to:

·     explore world news and current affairs in English
·     express your views clearly and constructively
·     broaden your vocabulary
·     fit regular English study into a weekday evening
·     experience learning with the British Council, starting with just one month

 

Course information

Venue： British Council Musashi Kosugi Centre
Day and time： Every Tuesday, 19:15-20:15
Lesson format： One 60-minute lesson a week; four lessons a month
Study options： Choose one, two or three months
Recommended level： CEFR B1 or above (Intermediate and above)
Age： 16 and above
Class size： Maximum 12 students
Course materials： Included in the course fee

*Students under 18 will need consent from a parent or legal guardian.
*Course dates and times are subject to change.

2026 course dates

This course is booked in monthly blocks of four lessons. Your course will start on the first lesson date of your chosen month. It is not possible to start part-way through a monthly course.

September course: 8, 15, 22 and 29 September
October course: 6, 13, 20 and 27 October
November course: 3, 10, 17 and 24 November
December: No course
From January 2027: Dates to be confirmed

*All lessons are on Tuesdays, 19:15-20:15. Dates are subject to change.

Course fees

●1-month option
A flexible way to try the course
Four 60-minute lessons

Course fee: JPY 19,360 (including tax)
Registration fee (special rate): JPY 13,750 (including tax)
Total for new students: JPY 33,110 (including tax)

●2-month option
More time to build your skills
Eight 60-minute lessons

Course fee: JPY 38,720 (including tax)
Registration fee (special rate): JPY 13,750 (including tax)
Total for new students: JPY 52,470 (including tax)

●3-month option
BEST VALUE - NO REGISTRATION FEE
Twelve 60-minute lessons

Course fee: JPY 58,080 (including tax)
Registration fee: JPY 0
Total: JPY 58,080 (including tax)

*For the one- and two-month options, the standard registration fee of JPY 27,500 (including tax) is reduced to JPY 13,750 (including tax).
*The registration fee waiver applies only when you enrol for the full three-month course from the outset.
*The registration fee applies only if this is your first course with the British Council.
*All course materials are included in the course fee.

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Learn with the British Council

The British Council is the UK's international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities.

Our English courses draw on our expertise in English language teaching. You will not only develop your knowledge of English, but also build the confidence and skills to communicate your own ideas.

All British Council teachers are highly qualified English language teaching professionals. They hold internationally recognised teaching qualifications, such as CELTA or DELTA, and are trained to teach learners whose first language is not English.

Frequently asked questions

No. You can enrol in this course directly without attending a consultation.

If you are unsure whether your English level is right for the course, you can also book a free consultation.

You can start on the first lesson date of your chosen month.

 

Each monthly course consists of a set of four lessons, so it is not possible to start part-way through a monthly course. Please check the course dates and enrol for your preferred month.

Yes. You can extend your studies up to a total of three months.

The registration fee waiver for the three-month option applies only when the full three-month course is booked from the outset.

 

If you initially enrol for one or two months and later extend, any registration fee already paid will not be refunded.

No. All course materials are included in the course fee, so you do not need to buy a separate textbook.

The course is open to students aged 16 and above. Students under 18 will need consent from a parent or legal guardian.

There are a maximum of 12 students in each class.

Take your first step towards discussing the world in English

You can enrol directly and start with just one month.

If you are not sure whether the course matches your current English level or goals, book a free consultation and we will help you decide whether it is right for you.

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