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title: UK International Qualifications for Students
description: Discover British Council support for international students and private candidates taking International GCSE, O Level, and A/AS Level exams worldwide.
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# Unlock your future with UK international qualifications

Take the first step toward a world of opportunities with UK international qualifications in partnership with the British Council.

## Why study UK international qualifications

Explore a world of opportunities with UK international qualifications, globally trusted international qualifications developed by UK-based awarding bodies.

Explore the benefits and global recognition of UK international school qualifications. Learn how they pave the way for academic and professional success. 

 

[ Learn more ](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/international-school-qualifications)

![Why study international school qualifications](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Unlock%20the%20power%20of%20UK%20international%20school%20qualifications.png?width=708&height=442&name=Unlock%20the%20power%20of%20UK%20international%20school%20qualifications.png)

## Parents’ guide to choosing an international school  

Choosing the right school requires research and guidance. The information shared here can help guide you in choosing a school that best fits your child's needs. Discover how schools empower learners through a holistic, well-rounded education that nurtures every aspect of their growth.  
The qualifications and curriculum an international school offers are key to setting your child up for success.

[ Learn more ](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/parents-guide-to-choosing-an-international-school-qualification?hsLang=en)

![Guide to choosing an international school ](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Parents%E2%80%99%20Guide%20to%20choosing%20an%20international%20school%20.png?width=522&height=271&name=Parents%E2%80%99%20Guide%20to%20choosing%20an%20international%20school%20.png)

## Take an international school qualification as a private candidate

Our purpose is to give students the best chance of unlocking the opportunities afforded to them by UK international school qualifications. We do this by providing comprehensive support and training to schools. By focusing on empowering educators, we directly impact students' success and readiness for the future.

**For candidates who are not able to register through schools, we support their registration process as private candidates.**

[ Learn more ](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/students/private-candidates)

![Three students at international school](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hs-fs/hubfs/website-Getty%201143177464.jpg?width=750&height=500&name=website-Getty%201143177464.jpg)

## Exam information

Our purpose is to give students the best chance of unlocking the opportunities afforded to them by UK international school qualifications. We support candidates who do not have the option of registering for exams through a school to register as private candidates directly through the British Council.

![icon_teacher-07](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hubfs/Icons/icon_teacher-07.svg)

** Are you a school candidate?** 

If you are a school candidate, always check with your school if they can support you with exam registration. We have over 2,400 Partner Schools in more than 40 countries.

![Icon_Figure](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hubfs/Icons/Icon_Figure.svg)

**Are you a private candidate? **

If you are not able to register through a school, we will help you **[register for your exams](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/students/private-candidates/registration)** directly though the British Council as a private candidate.

![Icon_Cal-tick](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hubfs/Icons/Icon_Cal-tick.svg)

**Register ahead for your exams**

You need to register for your exam session about two months in advance to avoid missing the deadline and paying a late registration fee.

![Icon_book](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hubfs/Icons/Icon_book.svg)

**Choosing your subjects**

You can find clear guidance on which subjects to choose for your exams, aligned with your future goals on the awarding bodies' websites.

![Icon_exam-prep-03](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hubfs/Icons/Icon_exam-prep-03.svg)

** Exam preparation support**

All three awarding bodies provide a wide range of resources to help you prepare for your exams.

![Icon_Award_blue](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hubfs/Icons/Icon_Award_blue.svg)

**Your results**

Exam results are usually released 6-8 weeks after the exams, and you can check them on the awarding bodies' results portals.

[ Take international school qualifications as a private candidate ](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/students/private-candidates)

[![cambridge](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hs-fs/hubfs/cambridge.png?width=331&height=75&name=cambridge.png "cambridge")](https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/)

[![oxford](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hs-fs/hubfs/oxford.png?width=320&height=95&name=oxford.png "oxford")](https://www.oxfordaqa.com/)

[![pearson](https://internationalschools.britishcouncil.org/hs-fs/hubfs/pearson.png?width=386&height=85&name=pearson.png "pearson")](https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/home.html)

## Find out more about the work we do to support schools and students in your country.

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