Sanctuary Summer School
University of Leicester and After 18
About this opportunity
The University of Leicester is offering up to 20 sanctuary scholarships on its Sanctuary Summer School 2023, which is run together with charity After 18. This one-week face-to-face programme is designed for refugee background students who are aiming to apply to start an undergraduate degree programme in September 2024.The Summer School includes campus visits, academic English taster classes, recreational activities and practical workshops to help students prepare for university
Level of Study
- Pre-university
Eligibility
Asylum seeker, Refugee status, Humanitarian protection, Temporary refugee permission, Limited or Discretionary Leave to Remain (private/family life), Indefinite Leave to Remain, Ukraine schemes, British National (Overseas), Other forms of sanctuary (including Calais Leave, Section 67 Leave, UASC leave and Stateless Leave), Other
Other eligibility criteria
Other backgrounds of forced migration may also be considered
Additional notes about eligibility criteria
In addition, applicants: must have (or be working towards) a qualification at the equivalent of UK level 3; must be aiming to apply to start an undergraduate degree programme in September 2024
What is included in this opportunity?
- Fee Waiver (no fees)
- Other (see below)
Other support provided
Please note that this summer school is non-residential (no accommodation is provided), so we advise applicants to only apply if they are based in or around Leicester
Additional notes about support provided
Additional support may be provided if needed, such as support with travel costs
Types of study available
- Full-time
- Face-to-face
Number of places available
20
Is this opportunity available for individuals outside of the UK?
No
For further questions contact Julie Umarova
Email Us
sactuary@le.ac.uk
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