Cheatography
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Introduction to the course, the test and how to prepare.
This is a draft cheat sheet. It is a work in progress and is not finished yet.
Permanent Residency vs. British Citizenship
Permanent Residency |
British Citizenship |
Pre-requisites: |
Pre-requisites: |
- Living legally in the UK for last 5 years (2-3 for certain visas) |
- Hold permanent residency at least 12 months (except if married to a British citizen) |
- Pass Life in the UK test |
- Pass Life in the UK test |
- Proof of English proficiency (B1 level of Common European Framework or ESOL Entry Level 3) |
- Proof of English proficiency (B1 level of Common European Framework or ESOL Entry Level 3) |
- Good character |
- Good character |
- Obey immigration rules |
- No absences longer than 450 days in last 5 years or 90 days in last 12 months |
- Proof of financial stability |
- Attend naturalisation ceremony within 3 months of application approval (citizen's pledge and certificate of naturalisation) |
Application Process: |
Application Process: |
- Pay fee (variable) |
- Pay fee (variable) |
- Apply via Home Office website |
- Apply via Home Office website |
- Submit necessary documents |
- Submit necessary documents |
- Biometric appointment |
- Biometric appointment |
Benefits and Limitations: |
Benefits: |
- Live, study and work freely in UK |
- Full rights of a British citizen |
- Access to NHS and public funds |
- Vote in all elections |
- Can apply for citizenship after 12 months |
- Can run for office |
- Can't vote in general elections |
- Access to British passport |
- No British passport |
- Special protections (e.g., rescue from war zones) |
- Can lose permanent residency if out of the country over 2 years (5 under EU Settlement Scheme) |
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Course Structure
- Video lessons (Portuguese) |
- PDFs with slides from lessons (English) |
- Various activities (e.g., questions, crossword puzzles and word searches) |
- Cheat sheet with key content |
- Glossary |
- Course study schedule/calendar |
Course Modules
1. Introduction |
2. The Values and Principles of the UK |
3. What is the UK? |
4. UK History |
5. The UK Today |
6. The Government, Laws and Your Role |
7. Additional Lessons |
Udemy Platform Key Features
- AI assistant |
- Course content |
- Q&A and messages |
- Notes |
- Announcements |
- Reviews |
- Learning tools |
Booking the Test
- £50 per attempt |
- Book via government's website |
- Upload ID and proof of address |
- Over 30 approved test centres |
Test Structure
- 45 minutes |
- 24 multiple-choice computer-based questions |
- 18/24 to pass (75%) |
- English |
The Day of the Test
- Arrive early (minimum 15 minutes) |
- Take original ID (same as booking) |
- Take confirmation email/letter |
- Put personal items in locker |
- Don't take anyone with you |
- Immediate results (pass = unique reference number) |
- If you fail, book a new test after 7 days |
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Top Tips for the Test
- Focus on understanding, not memorising |
- Use time wisely |
- Read questions carefully |
- Look for key words |
- Check answers before submitting test |
Top Study Tips
1. Take frequent breaks (Pomodoro method) |
2. Study in an appropriate environment |
3. Study close to your bedtime |
4. Use ALL course materials |
5. Overcome procrastination |
6. Use frequent, spaced repetition |
7. Set SMART goals |
8. Study every day |
9. Use metaphors |
10. Use your imagination |
11. Learn by teaching |
12. Study in chronological order |
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