The Languages Teacher Training Scholarships (LTTS), offered by the British Council in partnership with the UK Department for Education (DfE), is a prestigious initiative designed to inspire and financially support talented individuals who wish to pursue a career teaching modern foreign languages in England.
With a generous scholarship award of £28,000, the program targets future teachers of French, German, and Spanish at the secondary school level. These scholarships aim to alleviate the financial pressures associated with teacher training and attract high-quality candidates with strong academic and language credentials.
The program is particularly timely, addressing the national shortage of qualified MFL (Modern Foreign Languages) teachers in English secondary schools. It serves both recent graduates and career changers who are passionate about teaching and have the necessary language expertise. This initiative not only supports the professional development of aspiring educators but also contributes significantly to the enhancement of language education in England’s schools.
Recipients of the scholarship benefit from more than just financial assistance—they gain access to exclusive networking opportunities, training events, and ongoing professional development support, empowering them to thrive in their new teaching careers.
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Requirement/Eligibility
To qualify for the Languages Teacher Training Scholarships 2025–26, applicants must meet a set of academic, professional, and language-related criteria. The program is open to both UK and international candidates, including citizens of Nigeria and other Commonwealth nations.
1. Nationality
Open to UK residents, EU citizens, and international applicants.
Applicants from outside the UK, such as Nigerians, must be able to obtain a student visa and meet UK immigration requirements.
2. Academic Qualifications
A minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in any subject.
Alternatively, a 2:2 Honours degree may be accepted if supported by relevant language experience or a Master’s or PhD qualification.
Applicants with international degrees must submit a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability to verify the equivalency of their academic credentials.
3. Language Proficiency
Proficiency in French, German, or Spanish is mandatory.
Applicants must be capable of teaching their selected language to A-Level standard in England.
Evidence of language ability may be required, including academic transcripts, language certifications, or a language-based degree.
4. Teacher Training Requirement
Applicants must have secured a spot on a non-salaried postgraduate teacher training course in England leading to Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) by September 2025.
The training course must be eligible for student finance and approved by the UK government.
5. Assessment Process
Eligible applicants will be invited for a virtual interview, which will include:
- A short presentation
- Discussions in both English and the chosen foreign language
- A demonstration of teaching potential and communication skills
6. Other Considerations
International Relocation Payments (IRP) are no longer available for the 2025–26 academic year.
Applicants must demonstrate a genuine commitment to a teaching career in the UK.
Deadline
16th June, 2025
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