Research series

Language Trends England 2025 surveyed teachers at more than 1,000 primary, secondary and independent schools to provide an up-to-date picture of language education in England.

Dissertation of the runner up of New Voices in Cultural Relations Prize

Winning dissertation of the New Voices in Cultural Relations competition 2025

This study provides an overview of the benefits and impact of schools collaborating internationally through a cultural relations approach.

The British Council’s Next Generation research series intends to bring the opinions and perspectives of young people in Bangladesh to the forefront of policy debates.

More than 1300 school teachers from across England contributed to the 22nd report about language teaching and learning, finding most secondaries face recruitment challenges.

Next Generation Iraq explores the aspirations, priorities and challenges experienced by one of the world’s youngest populations, engaging with over 1,200 Iraqi youths aged 18-30.

Next Generation Sudan explores the perceptions, aspirations and ambitions of young people in Sudan amidst conflict and at a pivotal juncture in the country’s history.

This report presents what we know about women and girls across three areas: education and skills, ending violence, and socioeconomic and political empowerment.

This repot explores what matters to young people and the nations they find attractive and trusted. Based on a survey of more than 19,000 people across the G20 nations.