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RCBE International Gateway

Your Bridge to Global Education, Innovation & Partnership

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Welcome to the World Through RCBE GROUP UK

RCBE GROUP UK is registered in the United Kingdom as a private limited company (Company Number: 16574034).
We believe that education should not be limited by borders.
At RCBE GROUP UK, we:
Provide education consulting, international student placement, and online training services;
Empower individuals through skills development, business training, and access to global opportunities;
Operate an online platform that connects learners with expert instructors, academic institutions, and professional resources.
We are part of the RCBE ecosystem, dedicated to building pathways for entrepreneurship, employability, and international education success.


The RCBE International Gateway is our dedicated platform for connecting ambitious Africans to life-changing international opportunities in:

  • Higher education
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Global internships
  • Academic partnerships
  • Institutional collaboration
  • Cross-border innovation

Whether you’re a student seeking global degrees, a school looking for academic partnerships, or a professional aiming to expand your reach — RCBE is your launchpad to the world.

What Is the RCBE International Gateway?

The International Gateway is RCBE’s strategic hub for global partnerships and programs, designed to:

  • Connect African students to international universities and degrees
  • Support joint academic and vocational programs
  • Facilitate internships, fellowships & global immersion
  • Offer expert guidance on admissions, scholarships & visas
  • Build a network of global educators, mentors & collaborators
  • Provide access to study abroad opportunities and international qualifications
  • Facilitate joint programs with world-class institutions
  • Support students and professionals through the admission, scholarship, and visa journey
  • Create a vibrant ecosystem of cross-border knowledge sharing
  • Equip African talent to compete globally through exposure, collaboration, and mentorship

Opportunities Available Through the Gateway

Study Abroad & Global Progression Pathways

Study Abroad & Global Progression Pathways

We connect our students to accredited universities and business schools around the world. You gain access to:

  • Undergraduate & postgraduate admission programs
  • Pathway programs and transfer agreements
  • Top-up and fast-track degrees
  • Dual certification opportunities with select partners
  • Visa guidance, personal statement coaching, and interview prep

We don’t just advise — we guide you through every step of the journey.

International Internships & Fellowships

RCBE partners with global networks and organizations to help students:

  • Secure paid and volunteer internships abroad in trade, business, tech, and social innovation
  • Join global fellowships, accelerators and innovation programs
  • Participate in international competitions, hackathons, and idea labs
  • Gain experience with multinational organizations and startups

Whether in trade, business, social impact or tech — we help place you in global environments where your skills are tested and transformed.

Institutional Collaborations: Joint Academic & Certification Program

We co-create academic and vocational programs with international institutions that blend:

  • RCBE’s market-relevant African context
  • Partner universities’ global content and certification
  • Shared faculty, dual delivery, and tech-enabled platforms

Our blended learning experiences feature:

  • Dual certification (RCBE + international partner)
  • Online + local learning formats
  • Shared curriculum and delivery

These collaborations allow our students to earn internationally recognized credentials while studying locally — or transitioning to global campuses.

Faculty Exchange & Global Knowledge Transfer

RCBE is committed to global learning beyond students. We host and send faculty across borders to:

  • Co-design curricula
  • Deliver as Guest lecturers masterclasses and lectures
  • Conduct collaborative research and publications
  • Build cross-continental academic communities
  • Academic residencies

We believe Africa has wisdom to share and knowledge to gain — and we are proudly positioned to facilitate that exchange.

Why This Matters for Africa

Africa’s young population is bursting with talent & potential — yet global exposure and access remains unequal. RCBE’s International Gateway helps:

  • Break those barriers for African students and professionals with curated, supported pathways
  • Strengthen Africa’s voice in global academic and professional spaces
  • Creates culturally rooted pathways to global platforms
  • Ensure students and professionals from underserved communities can participate in international education without losing cultural relevance or local grounding
  • Enables return-ready graduates with global skills and local impact

We don’t just send students abroad — we equip them to return stronger

Who We Work With

Who We Work With

RCBE collaborates with a dynamic and growing network of global institutions, platforms, and ecosystems focused on education, innovation, and impact. We have and are building active international programs and collaborations in:

🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇩🇪 Germany 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇺🇸 United States 🇫🇷 France 🇳🇬 Nigeria 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇨🇦 Canada 🇦🇺 Australia 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇫🇮 Finland 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🌐 And many more…

Our engagements span:

  • Universities & Business Schools
  • Creative Institutions in trade, design, tech and innovation
  • EdTech & digital learning platforms
  • Development partners and impact accelerators
  • Governmental and diplomatic education stakeholders

We’re building a global academic community —. with Africa at the center

Where We Work

We collaborate with:

  • Universities & Business Schools
  • Creative Institutions in Fashion, Design & Innovation
  • EdTech & Digital Learning Providers
  • Accelerators & Development Partners
  • Government and Diplomatic Education Bodies

We are always open to building new, impact-aligned partnerships

Our Global Footprint

We currently maintain active partnerships, programs, and exchange initiatives across the following countries:

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These relationships support academic progression, joint certifications, international internships, faculty exchange, and co-designed curriculum delivery.

RCBE continues to build trusted bridges that connect Africa to global opportunity — and global partners to African talent.

Who Is This For?

The RCBE International Gateway serves:

  • Students seeking academic or professional education overseas
  • RCBE graduates wanting to continue their learning globally
  • Professionals exploring executive education or global networking
  • Institutions looking to partner with a Pan-African, impact-driven education brand
  • Donors and development partners aiming to scale global access through local hubs

Testimonials

— Chinaza M.

"RCBE Global Gateway opened the door to my dream university in Canada. From application support to interview prep, the team guided me every step of the way. I never felt alone in the process."

— Kwame A.

"Through RCBE, I joined a cultural diplomacy summer program in Berlin that completely changed my worldview. The exposure, mentorship, and global friendships I built were priceless."

— Fatima S.

"Thanks to the International Gateway, I secured a scholarship and internship placement in the UK. RCBE didn’t just help me apply—they prepared me to thrive internationally."

– Blessing A.

“Thanks to RCBE’s International partnerships, I’m now pursuing my master’s degree in international business in Portugal!”

RCBE International Gateway - FAQs

Students, graduates, and professionals who meet the minimum academic requirements of RCBE and the partnering institution can apply. Programs are open to both current RCBE students and external applicants who complete our foundation or preparatory modules where necessary.

RCBE provides comprehensive support, including:
• Admission guidance and application review
• Personal statement and interview preparation
• Scholarship and funding advisory
• Visa and travel support
• Pre-departure orientation and mentorship

Yes. Many of our partner institutions allow flexible payment plans. Additionally, RCBE offers staged payment options for its preparatory programs. We also guide students on how to manage tuition timelines to meet visa requirements.

No. Our programs are designed to support first-time international students. RCBE’s predeparture briefings and cultural preparation modules ensure that all applicants are ready— academically, mentally, and logistically—for their study abroad journey.

RCBE partners with institutions in Europe, the UK, North America, and select Asian and African countries. We match applicants with suitable programs based on their goals, budgets, and academic background.

This depends on the university and country you're applying to. Some of our partner institutions waive English proficiency tests if you've completed your education in English or meet other criteria. RCBE will guide you through these requirements based on your preferred destination and program.

Let’s Build the Bridge Together

Whether you’re a student with big dreams, a university looking to expand into Africa, or a partner exploring impact, RCBE is your trusted gateway.

Ready to Connect?

Apply Here

Let’s build the bridge — together.

For Students

Email: international@royalcollegebe.org

For Institutional Partnerships

Collaborate with us: partnerships@royalcollegebe.org
APPLY: partnership-form/

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