Sanctuary Scholarships for Campus-Based Academic Programmes
About this opportunity
The University of Leicester is offering up to four full-time campus-based sanctuary scholarships per year to applicants from forced migration backgrounds who can demonstrate that they have the ability to succeed academically, but face barriers to that success. These scholarships are for undergraduate, taught Master’s and PhD programmes
Level of Study
- Undergraduate
- Master’s - Taught
- PhD
Eligibility
Asylum seeker, Limited or Discretionary Leave to Remain, Other
Additional notes about eligibility criteria
In addition, applicants must: already hold an offer of a place to study full time at the University of Leicester beginning in Sept 2026; be unable to access mainstream funding in the UK (e.g. Student Finance). Please note, priority will be given to candidates who: live locally in Leicester or at short commuting distance; have not previously obtained a degree at the same level
What is included in this opportunity?
- Fee Waiver (no fees)
- Partial bursary (study costs and partial living costs)
Additional notes about support provided
Our support package is confirmed following an assessment of applicants; individual situations with our Welfare Service
Types of study available
- Full-time
- Face-to-face
Number of places available
4
Is this opportunity available for individuals outside of the UK?
No
On-going opportunity
Yes
University of Leicester
Published
19/02/2026
Contact Information
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For further questions contact the scholarship provider
Email Us sanctuary@le.ac.uk
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