Sometimes economic problems can have a good side, as students at one London English school are discovering. Rose of York is offering "Credit Crunch lessons" at special rates from as little as £2 an hour, which are attracting interest from students abroad and already in the UK.

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The UK Government announced on 10th March that the go-live date for the student tier of its new points-based system for migration will be 31st March. From this date, students looking to study in the UK can apply for their visa through the new points-based system which will streamline the Student visa application process.

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London is one of the fashion capitals of the world, famous for its street style and cool designs. Designers and journalists come from all over the world to see the latest at the annual London Fashion Week, and many trainees want to study the subject in the UK.

And one London language school takes fashion more seriously than most. Islington Centre for English has such strong links with a top fashion college that it offers a summer course in the subject for starters as well as options for more committed students.