Summary
The British Turing Scholarship 2026 offers international students a unique opportunity to gain international experience through study or work placements funded by the UK government. This initiative aims to enhance students’ employability and personal development by facilitating practical experiences abroad.
- 🎓 British Turing Scholarship 2026: Fully funded international mobility grant program for UK students to gain study or work experience abroad.
- 🌍 Target Audience: Open to undergraduates, graduates, and apprentices from accredited UK institutions.
- 💼 Award Coverage: Fully funded, supporting various fields depending on the placement.
- 🌐 Eligibility: Students must be enrolled at UK institutions, with a focus on those from underrepresented backgrounds.
- 📝 Application Process: Institutions apply on behalf of students; applicants must contact their institution’s mobility office.
- 📅 Application Deadline: Institutions can apply between January 26, 2026, and May 2026.
- 🤝 Goal: Enhances employability through practical international experiences and prioritizes inclusivity.
Designation
British Turing Scholarship – International Mobility Grant Program
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Award Country | United Kingdom |
| Degree Level | Undergraduates, Graduates, and Apprentices |
| Scholarship Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Research Area | Various fields depending on the placement |
| Location | International (varies by placement) |
| Eligibility Criteria | Institutions must apply on behalf of students |
Research Area
Varies depending on the individual placements arranged through educational institutes across diverse fields.
Location
International placements as determined by affiliated educational institutions.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must be students of accredited institutions in the UK.
- Students should demonstrate financial need and background (underrepresented groups encouraged).
- Education providers verify eligibility with government funding agencies.
Description
The British Turing Scholarship is the UK’s largest international mobility grant program. The program allows UK educational institutions to send students abroad for both working and studying experiences, thereby equipping them with essential skills for global employability. The initiative prioritizes inclusivity and supports students from underprivileged backgrounds in pursuing opportunities that may otherwise be unattainable.
How to Apply
Students cannot apply directly. Instead, they must:
- Contact the mobility office at their affiliated educational institution.
- Institutions will submit applications including necessary placement information:
- Placement destinations
- Placement durations
- Number of participating students
- Special requirements for students with educational needs, if applicable.
Last Date for Application
The application window for institutions opens on January 26, 2026, and concludes by May 2026.
For more information, students are encouraged to consult their institution’s mobility office and prepare for their application ahead of the deadlines.
