The Scholarship Supported By The Marks Family Charitable Trust
About this opportunity
The scholarships supported by the Marks Family Charitable Trust are open to asylum-seeking background students with proven academic excellence embarking on a postgraduate degree programme (Masters or Doctorate). Candidates must be able to demonstrate how their chosen degree will make a valuable contribution to society.
The scholarship will contribute towards course tuition fees (approximately £9,500 per year but exact awards will vary by candidate). The Trust will assist successful candidates to negotiate home fees from their chosen university. The final award of a Marks Scholarship will be dependent upon receiving a “home” tuition fee offer.
Applicants will need to demonstrate that they can cover their living costs whilst at university. The scholarships will be awarded to students who have a refugee or asylum seeking background; people who are not eligible for student finance will be prioritised.
Level of Study
- Master’s - Research
- Master’s - Taught
- PhD
Eligibility
Asylum seeker, Refugee, Humanitarian protection, Limited or Discretionary Leave to Remain, Ukraine or Afghan Schemes, Other forms of sanctuary (including Calais Leave, Section 67 Leave, UASC leave and Stateless Leave)
Additional notes about eligibility criteria
The scholarship will be awarded to students who have an asylum seeking background. People who are not eligible for student finance will be prioritised.
What is included in this opportunity?
- Fee Waiver (no fees)
Types of study available
- Face-to-face
Additional details about application process
Applications for the 2026 intake will open on 27th April 2026, and close at 5pm BST on 29th May 2026. Interviews for successful candidates will be held in July 2026.
Please read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document and Guidance Notes before beginning the online application form, which you can find on the scholarship website.
Please note that there is no advantage for students who submit their applications first, so please take your time and fill in applications carefully. Applications must be made using the online form; however, should you wish to prepare your answers, you can do so using this Word version of the form.
Is this opportunity available for individuals outside of the UK?
No
On-going opportunity
Yes
Schwab and Westheimer Trust
Published
14/05/2026
Contact Information
Name: Lydia Nyachieo
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