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Education: Frequently Asked Questions |
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Which courses can be studied in the United Kingdom? |
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For information on courses available and UK institutions, visit www.educationuk.org and conduct a search by course or institution. |
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Can I apply for a scholarship even if I do not have a current job? |
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The British Embassy in Havana with the support of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the United Kingdom offers scholarships in the Chevening Scheme. The British Council has a global contract to help promote and organise arrangements for the Chevening Scheme. All professionals and academics who meet the requirements for applying can do so. But a letter of your current employer agreeing you can participate in the programme is required. You need to have an institution to come back to and apply the benefits from the study or training in the UK . www.chevening.com |
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Can Cubans study in the UK? |
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Yes. The British Embassy offers a scholarships programme aimed principally at post graduate studies in the UK. This programme is called the Chevening Scheme. Application forms can be collected from the British Embassy from September to December. There are no scholarships available for undergraduate studies. Those who are interested in doing so must seek funding on their own. You can visit Education UK to see more information on other sources of funding for studying in the UK. |
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What type of funding/scholarship is available for Cubans to study in the UK? |
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The Chevening Scholarship sponsored by the British Embassy for professionals and academics with more than two years' experience. Also, in the area of English language teaching, there is the Hornby Trust scholarship for English teachers with more than two years' experience, the Bell Summer School award for young English teachers, and the IALS University of Edinburgh Summer School also for English teachers. |
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Where can I find information about the UK's education system? |
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The education system in the UK is one of the oldest established in the world but it continues to adapt to the needs and ambitions of future generations. It also provides models for the systems in many other countries. Education is designed to realise young people’s potential and self-confidence, to help them enjoy and contribute to their communities, and to prepare them for further and higher education and the world of work. It is also designed to improve the quality of life and the range of skills of adults. More information on www.educationuk.org. |
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