Ready to work in the UK? There are exciting job prospects for skilled professionals in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. Learn about which six industries are most in demand and how IELTS can help you set yourself up for success.
Education
Teachers are in high demand across the UK. If you have the right qualifications, you can apply for Qualified Teacher Status, which makes it possible to join a school or other educational institution in the UK.
IELTS is accepted by the UK’s Teaching Regulation Agency. Confirm with the institution you plan to apply to about what their minimum IELTS band score requirements are. To apply for Qualified Teacher Status, a score of 5.5 is required for each section of your IELTS test. Learn more here.
Healthcare and Nursing
Nurses, doctors and allied health professionals are in high demand in countries like the UK.
IELTS is accepted by the UK’s Nursing and Midwifery Council, the General Medical Council and all major healthcare regulators. A minimum IELTS band score of 5.5 is typically required to apply for the Health Worker visa, but the minimum requirements for specific roles may differ.
STEM roles
There is a wide variety of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) roles available across the world. From creating solutions in climate change to developing new technology, a career in STEM will take you far in the UK.
According to Universities UK, the country will need more than 1.9 million professionals qualified in STEM roles like computing and engineering by the year 2035. The IELTS band score requirements for STEM related roles are usually higher than skilled worker visa requirements. You can achieve your desired IELTS band score with access to free preparation tools from the British Council.
Engineering and Construction
Thanks to an ageing workforce and general skills shortage, there is a major demand for construction and engineering professionals in the UK. IELTS is accepted by all major licencing bodies in the UK, making it the ideal test to succeed as a skilled worker abroad.
The international job market is brimming with exciting opportunities across diverse industries. Whether you're an experienced professional looking for opportunities abroad or a recent graduate starting your professional journey, you can set yourself up for success with IELTS.