The University of Portsmouth, supported by the British Council, is providing 20 scholarships for educators from Ghana, Kenya, and Türkiye to pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MA TESOL) through distance learning. These scholarships are for the September 2026 intake and are designed for a part-time, two-year study duration.
Application Deadline:
- 30 April 2026
Tell Me About The Scholarship:
The University of Portsmouth, in partnership with the British Council, is offering 20 fully funded scholarships for the MA TESOL (Distance Learning) programme starting in September 2026. This scheme is designed for experienced teachers and teacher educators working in the government education sector in Ghana, Kenya, and Türkiye.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- Applied Linguistics and English Language Education
Type:
- Postgraduate Scholarship | Fully Funded | Distance Learning (Part-time)
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be nationals of Ghana, Kenya, or Türkiye.
- Work in or directly with the government education sector in their country.
- Focus on English language teaching.
- Secure admission to the MA TESOL (Distance Learning) programme at Portsmouth (Sept 2026).
- Meet Portsmouth’s English language requirements (via qualification or test).
How are Candidates Selected?
- Based on professional experience, leadership potential, and ability to contribute to national English language teaching reform.
- Strong candidates will demonstrate a clear reform agenda (e.g., curriculum development, teacher training, policy influence).
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Ghana, Kenya, Türkiye.
Where will the Scholarship be Taken?
- University of Portsmouth (UK) – Distance Learning
- Includes a two-week academic study visit to the UK.
How Many Awards?
- 20 scholarships available.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?
- Full tuition for the two-year MA TESOL (Distance Learning).
- Return international travel to the UK.
- Living expenses for a two-week academic study visit.
- Hybrid learning experience with both online and in-person components.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last?
- Two years (part-time, distance learning).
How to Apply:
- Apply for MA TESOL course: Submit your application for the two-year part-time MA TESOL (Distance Learning) programme starting September 2026.
- Secure admission offer: Receive an unconditional offer from the University of Portsmouth for the MA TESOL programme.
- Submit scholarship application: Apply for the British Council scholarship via the online form after securing your course offer.
- Take English language test: If required, complete TOEFL, IELTS, or other accepted tests to meet Portsmouth’s English language requirements.
- Await results: Scholarship results will be announced by 26 June 2026.
