W: Good morning. I'd like to ask about the Master Degree course in cultural studies.
M: Ah, yes. What would you like to know?
W: How long will the course last?
M: It's a twoyear course that involves mostly research.
W: Ah, two years. (1)_______________________.
M: Yes, the course is designed for distance learning.You have to be here for only several weeks.
W: Could you tell me the contents of the course?
M: Yes, just a minute. It's concerned with the analysis and theory of culture.
W: Oh, that's culture in general, not just British culture?
M: That's right.(2)_______________________, but what's more important is the comparison with the cultures of the course participants.You are British, I presume.
W: Yes, I'm working as an English teacher in China, actually.
M: Oh, we have had a few Chinese students.They usually contribute some very interesting comparisons of British and Chinese cultures.
W: (3)__________________________. Can I ask what the entry requirements?
