Viet Nam – The British Council introduces the IELTS EduCreators 2026 Award, a pioneering programme that seeks to identify and recognise individuals who are helping to promote the positive values of IELTS through teaching, knowledge sharing and educational content creation on digital platforms. In addition to a total prize value of up to VND 320 million, the programme also offers opportunities for professional development, personal branding and long-term collaboration with the British Council.
As an English language proficiency test recognised by more than 13,000 organisations in over 140 countries and territories for academic, professional and immigration purposes, IELTS remains a trusted international English qualification widely chosen by learners and educational institutions in Viet Nam. In the 2026 university admissions season, nearly 100 universities nationwide are using IELTS as part of the admission methods, recognising it as a reliable evidence of English language proficiency.
As IELTS learning and preparation become increasingly connected with the digital environment, those working in teaching and training are playing an increasingly important role in guiding learning approaches, sharing knowledge and supporting test takers in building sustainable English language competence. With more than 30 years of partnership with Viet Nam in advancing language proficiency, the British Council aims to recognise and further motivate these contributions through IELTS EduCreators 2026 - a programme dedicated to teachers and trainers with strong expertise, creative capabilities and a shared aspiration to promote the genuine and long-term values of IELTS to the community.
More than a recognition award, IELTS EduCreators 2026 also aims to foster a connected community for individuals who are contributing to shaping a more inspiring, creative and sustainable approach to IELTS learning in Viet Nam. Through the programme, the British Council seeks to work alongside educators and trainers to further improve the quality of support available to test takers and promote meaningful learning values in the long term.
Samantha Lea Smith, Country Exams Director (Viet Nam), shared: “We believe that when IELTS teachers and trainers are recognised, encouraged and empowered to maximise their strengths, they can create even bigger, better and greater value for the community. Through this, they will help more test takers boost their confidence on their IELTS journey, achieve the best outcome to open up further opportunities in education, their career and beyond. This is also the goal that IELTS EduCreators 2026 aims to achieve.”
Award structure
With a total prize value of up to VND 320 million, outstanding individuals in the Top 20 of IELTS EduCreators 2026 will receive:
- 03 Grand Prizes: Each prize is valued at VND 50 million, together with a Grand Prize Winner - IELTS EduCreators 2026 certificate from the British Council.
- 07 Inspirational Prizes: Each prize is valued at VND 10 million, together with an Inspirational Prize Winner - IELTS EduCreators 2026 certificate from the British Council.
- 10 Consolation Prizes: Each winner will receive one free IELTS test with the British Council, together with a Top 20 IELTS EduCreators 2026 certificate.
In addition to the main prizes, IELTS EduCreators 2026 also offers long-term development and collaboration opportunities with the British Council, ranging from professional development and personal branding support to co-creating content and implementing communications activities that promote the real value of IELTS, as well as the opportunity to become an official partner of the British Council.
The IELTS EduCreators will participate in training and professional development activities organised by the British Council
How to participate and key milestones
- Round 1 (26 May - 5 July): Online application. Participants register online and complete the required information, including personal details, social media activities and a short essay in English of up to 250 words.
- Round 2 (27 July - 30 August): Content creation. The Top 20 participants from Round 1 will produce a video or a series of videos based on the announced theme, and publish them publicly on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram or Threads with the hashtags: #IELTSEduCreators #BritishCouncilIELTS #IELTSReadyPremium. Participants will then submit the video link and personal information via the submission form provided by the organisers**.**
- Round 3 (28 September - 4 October): Initiative sharing. The Top 10 participants will present to the judging panel their personal initiative and implementation plan, including social media content creation, to support learners in developing comprehensive English language competence and practical skills throughout their IELTS preparation journey.
- Results announcement (29 October): Results will be announced via the British Council website and Facebook page.
For further details and registration information for the IELTS EduCreators 2026 Award, please visit: https://bit.ly/IELTSEduCreators01. Participants who complete their registration by 22 June 2026 will receive support with reviewing their submitted information and have the opportunity to receive additional gifts from the British Council.