Ten Reasons for Learning English

Everybody knows that English is an international language, and many people believe it can help them in life. But in what ways can learning English really help you? Here are ten reasons.

Travel. Many of us love to travel. In most places in the world, people speak English in shops, restaurants, hotels, railway stations and airports, so travelling is easier if you speak English. Many other international travellers speak English too, so it's easier to make friends on holiday.
Study in an English-speaking country. Many people would like to study at a university in an English-speaking country such as the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada or the USA. To do this, you need good English, and you will probably need to take an exam such as IELTS.
Study at international universities. Many universities around the world, in countries such as India, China, Brazil, Turkey, Nigeria and South Africa, welcome students from all over the world, and many courses are taught in English. English is useful for both academic and social reasons.
Get a new job. Many people want to work in another country. This is much easier if you speak English, as many international companies expect their employees to speak it.
Get promoted. If you already have a job, good English can help you win promotion or more responsibility, as employers around the world value English skills.
Professional development. In professions such as medicine, nursing, science and engineering, a lot of specialist vocabulary is in English, and international conferences are often held in English.
International business. English is the language of international business, which makes it essential for people who want to sell products and make deals around the world.
Social media. There is no rule that says you must use English on social media, but a lot of people do. If you want to communicate with people all over the world online, English is the way to do it.
Films, music and books. A huge number of films, songs and books are produced in English, and they are much more enjoyable when you understand them without translation.
It's fun! Whether you need English for travel, study, work or business, there are excellent language schools offering General English, Business English, IELTS and online courses.