New Life in the UK test 2013 (3rd edition): what you need to know
From 25 March 2013, people seeking permanent residence in the UK or naturalisation as a British citizen will have to pass a new updated Life in the UK test.
The new test is based on a new revised handbook called Life in the UK: A Guide for New Residents (3rd edition). The new handbook has been updated to give people a more accurate image of life in the UK, with a greater focus on British culture and history.
The first chapter talks about the values and principles of the UK and how to become a permanent resident or citizen of the UK.
The second chapter, called What is the UK?, is a very short one describing the different countries that make up the UK.
The third chapter called A Long and Illustrious History is by far the longest chapter in this new handbook. The previous test did not cover very much of the UK history. But this new chapter covers the entire UK history from the Stone Age to the 2010 coalition government. It describes in details, for example, the Middle Ages, The Tudors and Stuarts period, and the First and Second World War. Most of the Kings and Queens of Britain are talked about, and special descriptions have been written about prominent British figures such as William Shakespeare, Winston Churchill or Margaret Thatcher. This chapter also describes the main wars that Britain has been involved in over the centuries, from the battles against the Vikings to the latest conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Here is the chapter content:
• Early Britain
• The Middle Ages
• The Tudors and Stuarts
• A global power
• The 20th century
• Britain since 1945
The fourth chapter, called A Modern, Thriving Society, describes the UK today with the following chapter content:
• The UK today
• Religion
• Customs and tradition
• Sport
• Arts and culture
• Leisure
• Places of interest
The last chapter, called The UK Government, the Law and Your Role, gives information on government, democracy, the legal system and how people can contribute to their community. In this chapter, a great emphasis is given on the responsibilities as well as privileges of living in the UK. The chapter content is as follow:
• The development of British democracy
• The British constitution
• The government
• The UK and international institutions
• Respecting the law
• Fundamental principles
• Your role in the community
The new handbook testable content (which is the whole book except the glossary) is about 11,500 words longer than the previous handbook testable content. In addition, this new handbook has now about 210 dates to remember (as opposed to only about 30 for the previous handbook). So the new handbook has much more information to learn.
Like the old Life in the UK test, the new test consists of 24 multiple-choice questions that you will have to answer in 45 minutes.
Good luck to you all!
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Hell i want to know when is the release of this new book and when is the new practice test question coming out many thanks
Hello Raquel, we will be launching our new test training program (3rd edition) in a few days. It is just in a final testing phase right now.
the book has been available 2 months ago. buy it from ebay or TSO shop.
A reproduction of the book is also included in our training program. We offer it as a complimentary convenience for our customers. Cheers!
Hi,i just wana ask if we book the test before 25 march but the test date is after 25,do we still have to do the new test?
If you test date is on or after 25 March, then yes you do have to take the new version of the test (3rd edition)
Glad to hear you’ll have the 3rd edition training program available soon. The extra study materials are not being released until April, and as my test is on the 27th, I’d welcome the opportunity for extra studying/testing opportunities! Thank you,
Hi
I have booked a test for the 25th for my wife and i have personally used your services before and they are very usefull i was wondering when will you release the 3rd edition study material as her dates are quite near
Please reply
Hello, we will be launching our new test training program by the end of the week. We will notify you by email.
hello, i have booked my test on 28 of march and i found the secand chapter quit difficult for me,i dont know which information or details i must give it more concentration ????and i would like to know more about the training programme
Hi, I want to purchase your practice test, pls kindly inform how it works. is it in a pdf format? how long can i use?
& i booked 3rd april, if i need to do it early date (if dates are available) how is the procedure….
awaiting for your soonest response.
tks/mano
Hi , I’ve bought your training program and I’m happy with it. Unfortunately my LITUK test is going to be after 25th of march. I’m interested in your new 3rd edition training program. Could you please, let me know when it is going to be ready.
Do I need to pay again for the new 3rd edition traning program?
Thank you.
Please my exam is on the 27Th of March. Kindly make available practice test book as soon as possible. It will be unfair for people taking the exam after 25Th March to take the test without a clue of what is to come, considering that previous candidates were exposed to practice questions.
I see you’ve put up the testing for the new version THANK YOU!!! I will be purchasing this weekend. MANY THANKS!!!
When is the 2013 test practice questions available online?
hello when do u have a practicing test or sample test 2013 edition the book life in uk bakground white or do you have online practicing test and how much please coz i have a book life in uk but no sample questionaire. and how is the passing grade. please… thank you very much indeed……
hello there can someone tell me how to open an account with this wetsite because I try to make one but I cant I want to stay training I did not booked my test yet
Hello. On our website, please click on the “TRAINING PROGRAM” link on the top menu. Then click “Buy now”. At the end of the payment process, click on the link “Important! click here to access your citizenship test training account”. Thank you. Cheers.
If I don’t pass the test, will I ve continued access to the practice questions or do I ve to pay again? Also could you plz recon firm if the practice sessions are for the third edition of the book coz I need to take the test after 25th April..
Hello. If you don’t pass your test, you will still have access to your account with us. When you create your account with us, if you enter a test date on or after March 25, you will be directed to the new 3rd edition training program. Cheers.
hi, i wanna ask is the pass test is valid for 2 years?? and without buying new addition can we practice on line??? its seems more difficult then previous..is it true??
Hello Shushu. If you would like to confirm the validity of your test, please call the Life in the UK test helpline at 0800 0154245 (Opening hours for the helpdesk is Monday to Friday 8-6). Our training program is online. The new handbook has a lot more words and dates than the previous edition, so yes the new test might be a little more difficult. That said, if you practice enough, you should be able to pass it. Good luck!
There is no valid for date on the certificate so probably forever.
http://lifeintheuktest.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/htmlsite/help_70.html#q4
Hi
Is there App for mobile of new life in the Uk Practice like old version had. so I can practice on mobile as well.
Yes we also have a mobile smartphone version for the new practice program (3rd edition). Simply type our website URL http://www.ukcitizenshipsupport.com and the mobile version will automatically come up. Cheers.
Hi
I would like to book a life in the uk test for new rules. Please let me know major changes with existing sylabus.
The major changes for the new syllabus are presented in our article http://ukcitizenshipsupport.com/british-citizenship-info/new-life-in-the-uk-test-2013-3rd-edition/. Good luck!
i already pass life in the uk test and i have to apply for british naturalisation i august this year. i just want to ask that do i need to pass new version of life in the uk?
Hello Ali. We believe you do not have to pass the test again. But please confirm this with the Life in the UK test helpline on the number below:
0800 0154245
Opening hours for the helpdesk is Monday to Friday 8-6.
Good luck!
I passed my life in uk test in January but I am applying for ilr at the end of April is my life in uk rest is still valid or I have to do it again ?
Hello Amir. We believe you do not have to pass the test again. But please confirm this with the Life in the UK test helpline (0800 0154245 – Opening hours for the helpdesk is Monday to Friday 8-6).
I can learn by online with my iPad
Is it 3rd edition thank so much
Enjoy your training!
Is it 3rd edition
Yes it is third edition.
how can i get 3rd edition in online.plz
Please click on the website top menu link “Training program”, then click on the link “Buy now”. Thank you.
Hi Admin:
I have got the LITUK: A Journey To Citizenship and Practice test, and now you have released a new update. So does that mean that the one I have is of no use and I have to get the new edition??…
Yes. All LITUK tests taken on or after March 25, 2013, are based on the new handbook (Life in the UK: A Guide for New Residents – 3rd edition).
Hi I found the 3rd edition book very demanding I m more concern about the names and dates of birth ,like the Olympic page 84 ,I don’t know I found it dificult to understand it
Yes the new handbook has a lot of dates and names to remember! Our Timeline tool should help you remember the dates. Good luck!
hi there how long is new book is out for or is just couples months
The new handbook 3rd edition has been out for about a month and a half.
i have a question about people who spend two years living in uk and now want to apply for become indefinite leave to remain in uk.
do those people with two years visa limited – spouse visa – requires an english test to apply for indefinite leave to remain?
tnx
Hello Alan,
For any questions regarding the Life in the UK test and the requirements for this test, please contact the Life in the UK test helpline on the number below:
0800 0154245
Opening hours for the helpdesk is Monday to Friday 8-6.
hello admin,plz i need more of d free practice test on line just as d previous (1st & 2nd editions) so i can study with it. dont hav cash 2 pay for ur online practice. i noticed the questions online in this 3rd edition is only on chapter three. thks
Hello Beatrice. We only offer one free chapter test and one free simulation test, to allow people to try our product before buying it.
hi i am studing life in the uk test but its hard to study what the best way to study?
Hello. The best way to study is with our training program. We developed an efficient method to learn the content of the book, and to practice with real simulation of the Life in the UK test. Good luck!
Hi,
Could you help me with this matter please?
I have attended and passed Level 1 and Level 2 ESOL at Derby College, this was in 2010.
Do I still need The Life in the UK test for my residence application?
Many thanks
Hello Ana. For any questions regarding the Life in the UK test and the requirements for this test, please contact the Life in the UK test helpline on the number below:
0800 0154245
Opening hours for the helpdesk is Monday to Friday 8-6.
Anyone can tell me where shall i get 3rd edition practice question for life in the UK test 3rd edition
Hello Smita. To get the 3rd edition practice questions, please click on the following link: http://ukcitizenshipsupport.com/life-in-the-uk-practice-test/, and click “Buy now” down the page. Good luck!