English and Exams
English worldwide for better education and career prospects
We offer face-to-face English language courses in 80 teaching centres around the world and administer more than two million exams, including our IELTS test in more than 100 countries every year. We accredit 500 teaching centres in the UK. Our teaching and qualifications help people around the world improve their education and career prospects.
Our digital offer
We offer free online materials and a range of digital products for learners and teachers, such as iPhone, iPad and Android applications. Our Teaching English Radio project reaches teachers in rural parts of Afghanistan and several African countries, providing them with support and training.
English for development, governments and professionals
We provide professional development and networking opportunities for teachers and young professionals through three-year English language initiatives in India, China, the Middle East and North Africa. We also work with governments and ministries to develop English language skills and conduct research into the importance of English language skills for developing countries.
Find out more
Learn English with the British Council worldwide
Take an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam
