UK British Council MSc TESOL Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded) Apply Now

The British Council MSc TESOL Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded online Master program for English language teachers from Bangladesh, India or Sri Lanka. The course runs from September 2026 to March 2029 and includes a two week in person study visit to the UK. You get full tuition coverage and other program related costs paid so you can study while continuing your work. The program is offered with the University of Stirling and focuses on teacher development and teacher education. Applications close on 30 April 2026. Also check University of Verona Scholarship 2026 in Italy (Fully Funded).

British Council MSc TESOL Scholarship Overview

What is the British Council MSc TESOL Scholarship 2026?

This scholarship is run by the British Council to help English language teachers from Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka improve their skills. You study part time online so you can keep your job while learning. The program focuses on teacher development and teacher education. You get world class teaching from the University of Stirling and a 2 week in person visit to the UK for cultural and academic experience. After finishing you join the British Council global alumni network for long term support and career growth.

Duration

The scholarship duration starts from September 2026 to March 2029 (part time online plus 2 weeks in the UK)

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Scholarship Benefits

You get full financial help.

• Full tuition fees paid for the entire program.
• All program-related costs covered.
• Two-week in-person study visit to the UK (travel and stay supported).
• Flexible part-time online study so you can continue working.

Eligibility Criteria

• You must be a citizen and permanent resident of Bangladesh, India, or Sri Lanka.
• You must not receive funding from any other source for this course.
• You must not have studied in the UK at degree level before.
• You must meet the academic requirements for the MSc TESOL (Online) at University of Stirling.
• You must not have lived in the UK in the last 5 years.
• You must show financial need.
• You must meet the English language requirements.
• You should be working in or with the government education sector (English teaching).
• You should be motivated to study this course.
• You must have interest in English language teaching and teacher development.
• You must agree to participate in program evaluation by the British Council.
• You must explain how you will help your community after the course.
• You must agree to share your personal data with the British Council.
• You must agree to stay connected with the British Council alumni network.

Required Documents

You need these papers.

• Online course application through University of Stirling portal.
• Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
• English language proof (if required).
• Personal statement.
• Reference letter.
• CV or resume.
• Copy of passport.
• Scholarship application form (after getting course offer).

How to Apply for British Council MSc TESOL Scholarship

1. Apply for the MSc TESOL (Online) course through University of Stirling portal by 10 April 2026.
2. Get a course acceptance offer.
3. Complete the scholarship application form by 30 April 2026.
4. Answer all questions and upload required documents.
5. Review and submit your scholarship application.
6. If selected submit additional documents by 31 July 2026.
7. They review and pick winners.
8. Winners start the program in September 2026.

Scholarship Dates / Deadline

• Course application deadline: 10 April 2026.
• Scholarship application deadline: 30 April 2026.
• Additional documents for selected scholars: 31 July 2026.
• Program starts: September 2026.

Official Link

British Council MSc TESOL Scholarship