Sanctuary Scholarships for Campus-Based Academic Programmes
University of Leicester
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 (private/family life), Other
Other eligibility criteria
We can consider other types of immigration status if you are from a forced migration background and are not eligible to access Student Finance
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 2023; be unable to access mainstream funding in the UK (e.g. Student Finance)
What is included in this opportunity?
- Fee Waiver (no fees)
- Other (see below)
Other support provided
Plus support package
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
For further questions contact the scholarship provider
Email Us
sanctuary@le.ac.uk
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