About us - British Council

OPENING DOORS - BROADENING HORIZONS

The British Council is the UK's leading international organisation for educational and cultural relations.

Whether you want to study in the UK, take a recognised UK exam, get a scholarship or find out about the latest ideas from the UK, this website is the place to start.

		Contact us
		Our centre in Kosovo is in Prishtina. Find out where we are and how you can get in touch.

		Our History
		Read about how and when the British Council was founded, and how we developed through each period of our history.

		Equal Opportunities
		The British Council values the diversity of the United Kingdom (UK) and the other countries it works in.

our values and how we show them

Our five corporate values guide us at what we do and how we work.

Valuing people

			Integrity
			Mutuality
			Creativity
			Professionalism

OUR Values

Our five corporate values guide us at what we do and how we work. Find out more on how we apply them throughout our work.

Education

We can help you develop your skills and experience through exams and distance learning courses. We can also help you study in the UK or obtain a scholarship.

Scholarships

The British government and other UK organisations provide a number of scholarship and awards to help you study in the UK. Find out what's available and how to get funding for the course you want.

Study in the UK

UK qualifications are recognised and respected throughout the world, helping you to build a solid future and develop your career. We can help you choose your UK course and apply for a place.

Learn English Online

Improve your English with the help of our free websites from the comfort of your home. Whether you are a student, a professional or a parent wishing to help your child with their English, this is the place to start.

Study from home

Whether you want to study English or take a degree, we can help you choose from the wide variety of UK courses and qualifications that are now available through distance learning.

Exams

We offer a range of UK exams to improve your education and career prospects, including business qualifications and English tests. Whatever your needs, you can prepare for and sit a UK exam at our centre throughout the year.

Projects

British Council brings you the latest in UK creativity, education and society through our project activities.