British Council TESOL Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded UK Master’s for Teachers) 

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Summary:

The British Council is offering 40 fully funded TESOL master’s scholarships for experienced government school teachers in selected countries. Scholars will study part-time online with either the University of Portsmouth or the University of Stirling while continuing to work. The scholarship covers full tuition, a 2-week UK study visit (flights, accommodation, stipend), and more. Applications close 30 April 2026, and you must first secure admission to the programme before applying for the scholarship.

Scholarship Name

English and School Education Scholarships Scheme (TESOL)

Host / Universities

• British Council
• University of Portsmouth – MA TESOL (Distance Learning)
• University of Stirling – MSc TESOL (Online)

Level of Study

Master’s Degree (TESOL – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)

Value / Benefits (Fully Funded)

• Full tuition fees
• Return flights to the UK
• 2-week UK academic study visit
• Accommodation during visit
• Daily stipend (living expenses)
• Visa fee reimbursement
• One English test fee covered

Eligible Countries

• Ghana, Kenya, Türkiye (Portsmouth)
• Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka (Stirling)

Eligibility Criteria

You must:

• Be a citizen and resident of an eligible country
• Work in or with the government education sector
• Be an English teacher or teacher educator
• Meet the university’s academic requirements
• Show commitment to improving English teaching nationally

 Not Eligible If:

• You work only in the private sector
• You studied in the UK in the last 5 years
• You’re receiving another UK-funded scholarship
• You’re a UK/British citizen (or dual citizen)

Application Deadline

• 30 April 2026

How to Apply (Important Steps)

1. Apply for admission to:
   • University of Portsmouth or
   • University of Stirling
2. Receive an offer (conditional/unconditional)
3. Submit your scholarship application before the deadline

👉 You cannot apply for the scholarship without an offer first.

Programme Timeline

• Start: September 2026
• Duration:
  • Stirling: up to 30 months
  • Portsmouth: up to 26 months
• UK Visit: Summer 2027

Additional Notes / Requirements

• Study is fully online + 2-week UK visit
• English test required only after shortlisting
• Scholars must:
  • Continue working in their country
  • Contribute to national education development
  • Join the British Council alumni network

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the English and School Education Scholarships Scheme (TESOL)