Learn English in the UK - English - British Council

Explore your interests and say yes to your future by choosing a respected UK course and a valuable qualification. Find the right solution by visiting Education UK. Find out all information you need to know about studying and living in the UK.

A-Z list of accredited centres

Accreditation UK monitors and improves standards of management, teaching, resources and welfare in organisations teaching English as a foreign language in Britain. Have a look at the profile of the accredited institutions

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Whether you want to learn English for study, business or social reasons; whether you already speak a little English or none at all; whether you wish to study full time or part time, we can help you choose the right course and institution in the UK.

WHY CHOOSE TO STUDY ENGLISH IN THE UK?

The UK is the home of English

The UK is a world leader in English language teaching

Over 600,000 people come to learn English in the UK every year

You can choose where, when and how you study

You will get a qualification that is internationally recognised and valued

The UK offers an international community; you will be able to make friends from all over the world

You will be able to practice your language skills in real life situations, with native speakers.

WHAT ENGLISH COURSES ARE ON OFFER?

You can study at all levels, from basic general English to advanced English for specific or academic purposes

You will not usually need academic qualifications unless you are also studying another subject as an English Plus course

You can search the English language section of the EducationUK website to find out more about the courses and institution that interest you

The course you choose will depend on how long you can stay for, where you want to study and the level of English you want to reach

Courses can include English exams such as IELTS (International English Language Testing System) and Cambridge (English for Speakers of Other Languages - ESOL), which help to test and develop your everyday English.

WHEN AND WHERE CAN YOU STUDY?

Your course and exam dates will depend on what you choose to study, and where. The length of your stay will also depend on what type of course you choose. Most institutions accept applications throughout the year, although there are often preferred times.

Our Education UK website offers an easy-to-search database of all the institutions and courses on offer in the UK. You can also visit the English in Britain website for details of the courses on offer.

HOW CAN WE HELP?

Whatever your experience and ability with the English language, we can help choose the best course for you.

If you want more information or advice, we can also provide you with lots of information on the UK, to help you make sure the course you choose is right for your budget, experience, career plans and professional development.

WHY USE OUR SERVICES?

Our English Accreditation Scheme guarantees the quality of teaching provided by selected intsitutions, so you can be sure you're getting the best education. What's more, our databases provide you with easy access to hundreds of courses and institutions, plus up-to-date information on applications and visas.

GETTING A VISA

If you are an Algerian, you need to apply for a visa; the confirmation letter can be used to support your application. For further information about visa applications please see UK visas page.