Study and work outside the UK | British Council

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For UK-based students and graduates

Current and upcoming opportunities to study, work or volunteer abroad through our programmes. You can stay updated with new opportunities by signing up to our newsletter.

Discover life-changing opportunities with Erasmus+

Erasmus+ opens new opportunities for people from across the UK to gain knowledge and experience by studying, training or working abroad. Find out how you can get involved.

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The Turing Scheme

The UK government’s global programme to study and work abroad.

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Teach abroad as an English Language Assistant

Teach English in one of ten destinations.

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Travel opportunities for Welsh students: Global Wales Discover

Students in Wales can apply for funding through certain universities to work, study or volunteer abroad.