UK govt offers free visa, N10m incentive to Nigerian graduates for relocation (How apply)

The United Kingdom government is offering a significant opportunity for Nigerian graduates who wish to pursue international teaching careers. In a move aimed at attracting educators to England, particularly those specializing in languages and physics, the UK government has introduced a £10,000 International Relocation Payment (IRP) for non-UK trainee teachers and educators willing to work in England.

Qualified Nigerian graduates with expertise in teaching languages and physics are encouraged to apply for this opportunity before the application deadline of October 31, 2023. The IRP is designed to assist in covering various expenses associated with relocating to England, including visa fees, immigration health surcharges, and other relocation costs.

Key Details of the Relocation Offer: Eligibility Criteria:

• Non-UK citizenship.
• Willingness to work in England for the 2023 to 2024 academic year.
• Possession of a degree.
• Recognized teacher-training qualifications.
• A minimum of one year of teaching experience.
• Proficiency in English at an undergraduate level.

Eligible Languages for Payment:

Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Urdu.

Eligible Physics Courses for Payment:

Physics, astrophysics, and nuclear physics.

How the Scheme Works:

• Fee-paying trainees will receive the IRP directly from training providers along with any entitled bursaries.
• Trainees and teachers starting their job or course after October 31, 2023, are encouraged to express their interest in the IRP by emailing IRP.ExpressInterest@education.gov.uk. Successful applicants should expect to receive the £10,000 (approximately N10 million) by January 31, 2024.

Application Deadline: Prospective applicants are advised to apply promptly. Additionally, for those who miss the October 2023 application deadline, the UK government plans to open another round of applications in January 2024.

This initiative presents an outstanding opportunity for Nigerian graduates to gain international exposure and contribute to the English education system. It aims to bridge the gap between education and employment, creating a mutually beneficial situation for both the candidates and the UK education sector.

If you meet the eligibility criteria and aspire to teach in England, do not miss out on this chance to further your career and explore life in the UK.