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If you're thinking of studying in the UK, our EducationUK website provides you with an easy-to-search database of the courses on offer (including English language, degree and postgraduate courses).
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Funding your studies
Studying in the UK can be expensive for international students. However, we can help you find funding for your chosen course through our own scholarship schemes and links to approved websites. Many scholarships only cover postgraduate degrees; others cover course fees for specific subjects; some are only available for specific institutions. Whichever scholarship, grant or award is best for you, we can help you find it.
Chevening scholarships
If you are under 40 (or 45 if you are a woman) and are already experienced in your chosen career, this presitigious award could help fund your studies. Find out more
Chevening scholar, The Bahamas - Image © Tim Hall
 DFID Shared Scholarships
Are you a graduate student, 35 years old or younger and working in the private or commercial sector? This award could help you further your career. Find out more
International scholar - Image © Tim Hall
Commonwealth scholarships
Are you a graduate student? Would you like to study or train in a Commonwealth country for a Masters or PhD degree? Find out more
Nigerian scholar - Image © Richard Moon
 Links to further support
We can help you find the best scholarship for your study and connect you with information on education abroad through our selection of web links. Find out more
International scholar - Image © Tim Hall
BankPHB UK Education Loan
Now Nigerian Postgraduate Students can obtain loans from a partnership product between Bank PHB and the British Council office in Nigeria. Find out more
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