Study in Europe

6. Taking the plungePeople who have not yet embarked on the road to learning a foreign language, may feel concerned or afraid, like looking at the sea when they do not know how to swim.But studying a language is a little like learning to swim, surprisingly straightforward once you have taken the first plunge. 
7. Be concrete, not abstractConcrete messages are clear — abstract language can be vague and off-putting. Too much abstract language might even lead your reader to think either that you don’t know what you are writing about or that your motives for writing are suspect. 
Preparing for an interviewInterview culture is as varied as the number of companies and organisations on the market. Find out as much as possible about the process in advance. Do you need to take documents, prepare a presentation or undertake psychometric, practical or other tests as part of the interview? How long will the process take and who are you likely to meet? 
Germany - Swabian-style roast beef with onionsSchwäbischer Zwiebelrostbraten
INGREDIENTS (serves 4)
• 4 rump steaks
• Olive or rapeseed oil
• 4 to 6 medium-sized onions
• 3 tablespoons of clarified butter
• 500 ml of beef stock
• 250 ml of dry red wine
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh thyme in a linen bag
To be served with sautéed potatoes and
a mixed salad.