As the new school year approaches, the British Council is proud to launch the British Council Study Award 2025 for the first time, offering young Vietnamese learners the chance to improve their English skills and experience international learning environments.
This year, 10 full scholarships will be awarded to the most promising students — even if their English proficiency is not yet strong. What matters most is their motivation to learn and passion for the English language. This is also a wonderful opportunity for your child to become a British Council ambassador and a source of pride for your family!
1. Eligibility
The program is open to students aged 6 and above, currently enrolled in primary, lower secondary, or upper secondary school, and residing in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
For younger applicants who may not be able to write their own submissions, parents or guardians are welcome to apply on their behalf.
2. Scholarship Details
Each of the 10 winners will receive a full scholarship for a 64-hour English course at one of the British Council teaching centres in Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
3. Application Process
- Round 1: Applicants (or their parents/guardians) must complete the registration form and submit a short written response (maximum 300 words) via this link.
- Round 2: Selected candidates will be invited to an in-person interview with the British Council. Based on the evaluation criteria (see section 5), the organizing committee will choose the 10 most outstanding and suitable candidates to receive the scholarship.
4. Key dates
- Application period (Round 1): July 1–15, 2025 (until 21:00)
- Interviews (Round 2): July 25, 2025 – Ho Chi Minh City & July 26, 2025 – Hanoi (Exact time will be notified via email)
- Results announcement: August 12, 2025 on the British Council Vietnam English Facebook page
5. How to Apply & What to Keep in Mind
Round 1 – Preliminary Selection
Students or their guardians must complete the application form and respond to ONE of the following questions (maximum 300 words):
- Why is learning English important to you/your child?
- Why should the British Council grant this Study Award to you/your child?
Responses can be written in English or Vietnamese and should reflect the child’s genuine thoughts, aspirations, and motivation for learning English.
The British Council will evaluate submissions based on three criteria, with a total score of 20 points.
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Criteria |
Score |
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Clear Goals Demonstrates strong motivation, specific learning goals, and personal reasons for studying English. |
5 |
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Motivation & Personal Story Shows depth and sincerity through real experiences and clear examples. Content must be original and not generic or copied. |
10 |
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Relevance to English Learning Goals Clearly connects the personal story to the purpose of learning English. |
5 |
Round 2 – In-Person Interview
Once the list of shortlisted candidates for Round 2 is announced, the British Council will notify parents or registered students via email and send the interview questions in advance.
The interview topics and evaluation criteria will vary depending on the student’s age group. However, parents and guardians can refer to the four general assessment criteria for Round 2 as follows:
General Evaluation Criteria for All Candidates
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Criteria |
Description |
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Motivation & Commitment |
Clearly demonstrates interest in the scholarship, motivation to learn, and a strong desire to improve English skills. |
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Potential for Growth |
Shows potential for significant improvement in English before and after receiving the scholarship. |
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Clarity & Confidence |
Communicates ideas clearly and confidently, appropriate to the student’s age and current level. |
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Diversity & Inclusion |
Takes into account the student’s personal background or any challenges they may have faced in accessing educational opportunities. |
Important notes: Candidates selected for the interview may choose to speak in either English or Vietnamese. The judging panel will evaluate based on the overall criteria to select the most promising applicants.
6. Results Announcement & Enrollment
The official results will be announced on August 12, 2025, via the British Council Vietnam English Facebook page.
The organizing committee will contact the winners via the email address and phone number provided in the application. Within 10 working days of receiving the notification, the candidate or their parent/guardian must confirm their acceptance. After this period, the scholarship may be offered to a candidate on the waiting list.
7. Additional Terms & Conditions
- The program is open to students under 18 years old. By submitting an application, the parent or legal guardian confirms that they have read, understood, and agreed to all terms and conditions of the program.
- If the parent or legal guardian does not consent to the British Council using any part of the submission for promotional or communication purposes, they must notify the British Council’s customer service team.
- Submissions must not contain offensive, violent, sexual, or discriminatory content, nor attack or insult any individual or organization. Any entry found to violate these rules will be immediately disqualified.
- The application form and written submission for Round 1 must be completed by 21:00 on July 15, 2025, and must be original and truthful. Plagiarized or copyrighted content is strictly prohibited. If a winner cannot verify the authenticity of their submission, the organizing committee reserves the right to verify personal information and reconsider the award decision.
- In the event of an overwhelming number of applications, the system may close the registration form early to ensure quality evaluation.
- By participating, applicants grant the British Council permission to use submitted content and images for purposes related to the program, in accordance with its Terms and Conditions.
- The British Council reserves the right to modify or cancel the program, or change arrangements, schedules, or any other aspects of the competition at any time and for any reason deemed necessary.
- Any participant found to be engaging in fraudulent behavior will be disqualified. The scholarship cannot be exchanged for cash.
- The organizing committee will not resolve disputes between participants regarding the scholarship.
- All decisions made by the organizing committee are final. Any complaints, appeals, or objections will not be considered.
- By submitting an entry, participants confirm that they have read and agreed to all the terms and conditions outlined above.