Study and work outside the UK | British Council

For UK-based students and graduates

Current and upcoming opportunities to study, work or volunteer abroad through our programmes.

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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 the 13 destinations. The application form for the 2024-25 academic is now live.

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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.

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China Skills Training Programme (Online Internships)

Give yourself the edge when applying for jobs with a two-month online internship placement with a company based in China.