UKEC Taiwan Welcomes IELTS Expert May and Kenneth from LeedsMayi

UKEC Taiwan was honoured to welcome May and Kenneth from LeedsMayi, one of Taiwan’s leading IELTS centres, to our office for an engaging and insightful session. Their visit offered students valuable guidance on one of the most important steps in the UK university application journey: preparing for the IELTS exam.

Addressing Students’ Top Challenges

For many international students, knowing when and how to begin IELTS preparation, planning the right time to take the test, and understanding the types of questions to expect are among the biggest challenges when applying to universities. During the session, May and Kenneth shared practical strategies on building a clear preparation timeline and explained how effective planning can strengthen a student’s overall application. They also highlighted examples of popular questions that often appear in the IELTS test, giving students a clearer sense of what to expect.

Introducing May – A Leading IELTS Expert in Taiwan

May brings with her over two decades of full-time experience in English teaching and an impressive academic background. She completed her MA in TESOL at the School of Education, University of Leeds (2003–04) and has since become one of Taiwan’s most respected IELTS instructors.

She is the author of several bestselling books on IELTS preparation, including “連面試官都讚嘆的英語口試應考大全” and “雅思口說里茲螞蟻英文說話術.” May specialises in IELTS, grammar, and British pronunciation (IPA) and is widely known for her ability to simplify complex concepts for learners. Beyond classroom teaching, she has trained students in interview skills for international universities, delivered workshops at institutions and organisations, and contributed her expertise in translation, interpretation, and corporate training.

A Valuable Learning Experience

May and Kenneth’s visit gave students not only practical advice but also the confidence to approach IELTS preparation strategically. Their insights helped students better understand how to align their English skills with the requirements of UK universities and how to take clear steps toward achieving their study goals.

We extend our warm thanks to May and Kenneth for sharing their expertise and supporting UKEC Taiwan students in preparing for the next stage of their education journey.