The UK Government in partnership with the Universities of Stirling and Portsmouth, is offering fully funded British Council English and School Education Scholarships to foreign students.
The British Council TESOL Scholarship covers full tuition, along with return travel and living expenses for selected candidates to pursue MA/MSc Online/Distace Learning programs at any of the universities.
In this post, we will discuss the details of the program, its eligibility requirements, benefits, and how interested and qualified candidates can apply.
British Council TESOL Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Country: Selected Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Expenses | Travel Costs
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: April 30, 2026
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British Council English and School Education Scholarship Details:
The British Council is funding a new international scholarships scheme in collaboration with the University of Portsmouth and the University of Stirling, aimed at strengthening English language teaching in government school systems across Ghana, Kenya, Türkiye, Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka.
Scholars will commence their studies in September 2026 on flexible, part-time programmes lasting up to 30 months. Courses will be delivered entirely online and include a two-week study visit to the UK, enabling in-person academic collaboration, professional networking and cultural exchange.
Participants will benefit from access to leading UK university faculty, specialist learning resources and professional mentoring, alongside opportunities to build expertise in teacher development and education leadership.
On completion, scholars will join the British Council’s global alumni network, supporting continued professional learning and collaboration worldwide.
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Eligibility Requirements for British Council TESOL Scholarship 2026
To be considered for the British Council TESOL Scholarship, you must:
- Be passport holders and permanent residents of an eligible country
- Work in or directly with the government education system
- Be an active English language teacher or teacher educator
- Meet the academic entry criteria for the chosen master’s programme
- Show strong commitment to improving national ELT systems
- Participate in British Council monitoring and alumni activity
Do I need an English test before applying?
No.
The English test is required only after you are shortlisted and offered the scholarship.
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Benefits of British Council English and School Education Scholarship 2026
- Full tuition fees for the online master’s
- Return flights to the UK
- Accommodation on campus during the 2‑week visit
- Breakfast + living stipend for daily expenses during the visit
- Visa application fee reimbursement
- Reimbursement of one English language test fee
Required Documents for British Council TESOL Scholarship 2026
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- Degree certificates & transcripts
- CV
- Personal statement
- References (usually one academic and/or professional)
- English test score (if already available – not mandatory at application stage)
- Clear scans or photos are acceptable for initial review
How to Apply for British Council English and School Education Scholarship 2026 (Step by Step)
To apply for the British Council English and School Education Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click the green button below to go to the British Council scholarship webpage.
- Apply for a place on the relevant TESOL master’s programme.
- Once you receive an offer from the university, submit your scholarship application. Please note that scholarship applications can only be submitted after securing a place on the master’s course.
- If accepted onto a master’s course but not selected for a scholarship, there is no obligation to take the course.
- Applicants from Ghana, Kenya, and Türkiye: University of Portsmouth MA TESOL (Distance Learning) programme. Watch the information webinar.
And apply or enquire. - Applicants from Bangladesh, India, and Sri Lanka: University of Stirling MSc TESOL (Online) programme. Watch the information webinar.
And apply or enquire.
- Applicants from Ghana, Kenya, and Türkiye: University of Portsmouth MA TESOL (Distance Learning) programme. Watch the information webinar.
Deadline: April 30, 2026
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