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We connect people with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK and aim to build lasting relationships between the UK and Iran.

Chevening Scholarships for Iran

Several ‘Chevening’ Scholarships are available from the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office in Tehran for Iranian students to study in the UK at postgraduate level between six and twelve months, starting in Autumn 2009. Further information and on-line application form Don't miss the deadline of 31 August 2008 at 5 p.m.

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Read about how we developed from small beginnings in the 1930s to become the major international organisation that we are today.

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We are open from Sunday to Thursday, 09.00 to 16.00.

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All requests for IELTS extra Test Report Forms are dealt with by Cambridge. Find out more.

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We have Launched a regional project entitled “INSPIRE” (International Strategic Partnerships in Research and Education).

The schemes include: Support for Curriculum Development, Joint Research, Joint Degrees, Student Exchange and International Academic Relations. Find out more.

		Education
We can offer advice, by prior appointment, on your study opportunities and help you to use a range of resources to find a suitable course and institution. We can also help you to fund your studies through a variety of scholarships. Find out more

		Exams
We are unable to accept enrolments and to register for future examinations. The British Council regrets any inconvenience that this may cause to our customers. Find out more

		Science
We keep you up-to-date with the latest scientific developments through our events, projects and online resources. We can also provide you with information about our science activities in Iran Find out more

		Discover Iran
Iran is one of the world’s great civilizations. It is home to some spectacular historic cities, architectural remains, glorious mountains and landscapes. Find out more

		Arts and culture
We work to make partnerships in the arts that show genuine respect for the cultures of Iran and the UK. We support the growth of exchanges in areas such as museum studies, the history of architecture and conservation of monuments. Find out more

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INSPIRE

Implementation plan for the British Council regional project entitled “INSPIRE” (International Strategic Partnerships in Research and Education) is now being developed and new schemes including support for Curriculum Development, Joint Research, Joint Degrees, Student Exchange and International Academic Relations will be announced shortly. Contact Us

Check Out cubed

Visit cubed to find out about the spiciness of chilli peppers, the personality of robots, a new form of mobile and internet search technology, based around information provided by friends and practice your English while doing so!

New resource for Science Communication in UK

Helping you communicate science with professional networks, up-to-date information and links to the latest ideas.

New Education Newsletter Launched

See how you can subscribe to receive monthly updates on the latest UK study opportunities, scholarships and much more.

New Fellowships open to Iranian academics

BA - AHRC - ESRC Visiting Fellowships 2007/2008 open to Iran. Applicants must be of postdoctoral or equivalent status.