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Over 80 universities offer scholarships, bursaries and fee waivers for people who have claimed asylum in the uk. each scholarship has different eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and levels of financial support. use the filters and search function to find a scholarship that suits you..

This list is compiled and updated by STAR, but the scholarships are administered by individual universities. To enquire about a scholarship or to make sure that you have the most up-to-date information, please contact the university that you are applying to.

New! You can also find information about scholarships and other support on Displaced Student Opportunities UK  – a new online portal featuring opportunities that support refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK to access university.

Please note: If you have come to the UK through a resettlement scheme for Afghan nationals (ARAP or ACRS) or through visa routes for Ukrainians, you may not be eligible for these scholarships. Where scholarships specifically mention the Ukraine schemes or indefinite leave to remain, we have added this to the table below. If you are unsure, contact the universities to find out if your application will be considered. 

For information about nationwide scholarships or grants, please look at our Additional financial support page.

Eligibility definitions

Asylum seeker: You have submitted a claim for asylum or are actively appealing a negative decision on claim for asylum. Refugee: You have been granted Refugee Status by the Home Office, in line with the Refugee Convention. DLR/LLR: You have Discretionary Leave to Remain/Limited Leave to Remain for any reason, including asylum. DLR/LLR*: You have Discretionary Leave to Remain/Limited Leave to Remain as the result of an asylum claim. Humanitarian Protection: You have been granted Humanitarian Protection (HP) as the result of an asylum claim. UASC Leave: You are under the age of 17.5 years and have been granted Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Child (UASC) status as the result of an asylum application.

In most cases, dependants are also eligible to apply. Check the individual university for details. Some scholarships are only open to people that do not have access to Student Finance. To check if you have access to Student Finance, consult the  UKCISA website .   

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The University is pleased to announce 34 scholarships for refugees and displaced persons.

• 3  MSc Professional Accountancy  scholarships
• 10  Postgraduate Laws LLM  scholarships
• 2  MSc Accounting and Financial Management  scholarships
• 5 scholarships between  BSc Computer Science  and  MSc Data Science
• 6 scholarships between  BSc Business Administration ,  BSc Marketing ,  MSc Cyber Security ,  MSc Project Management
• 1  MA Global Diplomacy  scholarship
• 5 LLB scholarships
• 2  Global MBA  scholarships
• 1 MA Human Rights scholarship - MA Human Rights

Are you eligible?

To be eligible for the scholarship you must:

• Have an offer for either the MSc Accounting and Financial Management, MSc Professional Accountancy, LLM, BSc Business Administration, BSc Marketing, MSc Project Management, BSc Computer Science, MSc Data Science, MA Global Diplomacy, MSc Cyber Security, Global MBA, LLB or MA Human Rights.
• Be a new student; or have become displaced in the course of your current study with the University of London.
• Have refugee or displaced person status evidenced by formal documentation.
• Submit a programme application form. If the programme you are applying for has an application fee that you are unable to pay, please contact us selecting the Scholarships and Bursaries category on the enquiry.
• Once you have submitted the programme application form and received an offer, you can submit your scholarship application here - enquiry form. Select the scholarships and bursaries category on the enquiry form.
• You must also upload evidence of your refugee or displaced persons status and ensure the scholarship application form is fully completed. Your application cannot be considered without a fully completed form and the required evidence.

Download the scholarship application form [Word Doc]

Application deadline

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Please ensure that you submit both the programme application and the scholarship application at least two weeks before the programme application deadline. Applications submitted after this time may not be considered.

Terms and conditions

The following terms and conditions apply to the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship. 

The University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship is available for the University of London distance learning programmes only. 

• You will not be considered for the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship until you have received an offer for one of the available programme listed.
• The University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship will be applied against the course fees payable to the University of London. 
• The University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship may be awarded in addition to other scholarships and funding, but it cannot be used in conjunction with any other University of London bursary or scholarships. 
• The University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship may be reviewed on an annual basis and cannot be transferred to another individual. 
• Students awarded a University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship but who subsequently withdraw from their course of studies will no longer be eligible for the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship. 
• The University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship cannot be retroactively applied to studies in previous academic years. 
• The University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship will be valid for the maximum period of registration for your programme. 
• The University reserves the right to terminate the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship if you are found to have omitted key information or have provided untrue, inaccurate, incomplete or fraudulent information on your application form or in any additional information provided to the University and used in the determination of the award of your University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship. 
• You agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the University of London. If you do not abide by these rules and regulations, or if you do not meet the requirements (including the academic requirements) to continue or complete the distance learning course, the University reserves the right to withdraw the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship with immediate effect. 
• You undertake to use your best efforts to fulfil the academic requirements of the short course. 
• As part of the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship award, the University may ask you to participate in marketing related activities and/or events to promote and share your experiences of the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship. You are under no obligation to undertake any of these activities. Examples of typical activities and/or events may include participating in an interview, providing a profile for the University website. If you participate in such activities and/or events, you agree for the University to use any material resulting from such activities and/or events for the purposes of publicity material and/or for the education of other students, whether electronically or in print. You furthermore release and discharge the University and its agents, representatives and assignees from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of the publicity material, including without limitation any and all claims for invasion of privacy and defamation. Additionally, you agree that the copyright of any publicity material shall be wholly vested in the University and you hereby assign to the University any and all rights in the publicity material. 
• You may be asked to provide a report outlining the impact of your study and research - this is a requirement of being a scholarship recipient. Failure to provide the report may result in the withdrawing of your scholarship. 
• By agreeing to these Terms and Conditions, you are giving the University the right to hold and process your personal data, including some sensitive personal data. The University will process this personal data (including any personal data provided as part of participation in a marketing related activity and/or event under clause 16) in accordance with the UK Data Protection legislation and the University’s Data Protection Policy. The University will only share data with third parties in accordance with its Data Protection Policy and the University will remain the data controller of the data. The Data Protection Policy is applicable from the time of accepting these Terms and Conditions. 
• Each of the clauses of these Terms and Conditions operate separately. If a clause or any part of a clause is or becomes invalid, illegal or unenforceable, it shall be deemed deleted, but that shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the rest of these Terms and Conditions which shall remain in full force and effect. 
• These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and the University in relation to the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship. All previous agreements, arrangements and understandings between you and the University relating to the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship, whether written or oral, shall have no legal effect unless expressly set out in these Terms and Conditions. 
• If the University fails to insist that you perform any of your obligations under these Terms and Conditions, or if the University does not enforce its rights against you, or if the University delays in doing so, that will not mean that the University has waived its rights against you and that will not mean that you do not have to comply with those obligations. If the University waives a default by you of the University of London Refugee and Displaced Persons Scholarship, the University will only do so in writing, and that will not mean that it will automatically waive any later default by you. 
• These are the Terms and Conditions between you and the University. No other person shall have any rights to enforce any of the terms of these Terms and Conditions. 
• These Terms and Conditions, and any matters arising out of or in relation to these Terms and Conditions, are governed and construed in accordance with English law. The parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in relation to these Terms and Conditions. 

Darya was devastated when she discovered that she couldn't get a student loan. Even before she arrived in the UK, aged 16, from Afghanistan, she'd longed to get the qualifications and skills needed to make healthcare accessible to every community. But there was no way she and her family, who were going through the asylum process at the time, could fund a degree. Thanks to the Westheimer Scholarship, she was able to take up her offer to study Pharmacy at university.

“The Westheimer Scholarship is a golden opportunity for me. I feel blessed to be awarded this amazing scholarship. Before finding out about Westheimer award, I struggled a lot to carry on my education... I cannot describe my feelings in words on how pleased I am with this scholarship. It has given me what I had dreamt about. I am only 3 years away on fulfilling my dream. Nothing was possible if I wasn't a Westheimer scholar and this is all because of the kind trustees. To me and my family this scholarship is a miracle.”

Without access to student loans, many young asylum seekers rely on scholarships to make their university dream a reality. REUK works with the Schwab-Westheimer Trust to facilitate a number of these scholarships.

Scholarships for asylum seekers.

This scholarship, for those up to the age of 28, is for both tuition fees and living costs (depending on individual circumstances). Applications open in the spring for admission in the autumn. You must have a firm offer to apply.

The Westheimer Scholarship is for young asylum seekers' higher education in health and social care, medicine, nursing or related professions

The Trust was established by former refugees who benefited from welcome and support in the UK when fleeing Nazi Germany. Today it is committed to providing educational support to young refugees and asylum seekers through scholarships and grants.

REUK partners with the Schwab & Westheimer Trust to promote and deliver their scholarships for asylum seekers

The Schwab & Westheimer Trust has worked with other generous donors to create new and different scholarship opportunities

This year, the scholarships offered will include: 

-  The Westheimer Scholarship  (for an undergraduate degree in social work, medicine, nursing, or related health or social care professions)

-  The Claus and Mary Moser Scholarship  (for an undergraduate degree or equivalent professional qualification in engineering or accounting)

-  The Ralph N Emanuel Scholarship   (for an undergraduate degree with a clear humanitarian purpose)

-  The Scholarships supported by the Marks Family Charitable Trust  (for postgraduate degree programmes)

The scholarships are open for 2024 and will close on 10th may. You can use the Displaced Student Opportunities Portal and STAR's website to find out what other opportunities are available for 2024 and 2025.

If these scholarships aren't right for you, get in touch to find out about other options.

Other smaller grants are available if you need financial support to pursue your studies

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Other scholarships are available through particular universities – click here to find out more. And contact our advice service if you'd like to discuss your particular situation and options.

The Schwab & Westheimer Trust makes smaller grants towards educational expenses. And there are other places you can apply to for support. Find out more here.

The Schwab & Westheimer Trust welcomes partnerships with donors who want to establish new funding opportunities for asylum-seeking students. Contact us to find out more.

Please read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document before beginning the online application form.

Please also read our online application form Guidance Notes before beginning an application.

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.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate how their chosen degree will make a valuable contribution to society. Only exceptional candidates with proven academic excellence will be considered.

The scholarship will cover ‘home’ tuition fees (up to £9,500 per year). Applicants will need to demonstrate that they can cover their living costs whilst at university. The scholarship will be awarded to students who have an asylum seeking background and people who are not eligible for student finance will be prioritised.

The Scholarship Supported By The Marks Family Charitable Trust

Applications for September 2022 are now open.

The scholarship supported by the Marks Family Charitable Trust is open to students embarking on a postgraduate degree programme (Masters or Doctorate).

This scholarship helps young asylum seekers (aged up to 28 years old) pursue higher education in health and social care, social work, medicine, dentistry, nursing or other healthcare related professions. Up to three people a year will be supported with a Westheimer Scholarship to study for a first degree or professional qualification. The scholarship will pay home tuition fees* (see note below), and associated study costs. The specific amount awarded will be dependent on the candidate’s individual circumstances and university location.

The Westheimer Scholarship is an initiative of the Schwab Westheimer Trust which was established by former refugees who benefited from welcome and support in the UK when fleeing Nazi Germany.

*The trust will help candidates who are successful at interview to request home fees from their chosen university. The final award of a Westheimer Scholarship will be dependent on successfully getting a 'home' tuition fee offer.

The Westheimer Scholarship

The scholarship will pay home tuition fees* and associated study costs. The specific amount awarded will be dependent upon the candidate’s individual circumstances and university location.

Please make sure you meet the following criteria before applying:

1. Be an asylum seeker (or the dependent of an asylum seeker) who is awaiting a decision or appealing a decision for asylum from the UK Home Office; OR a person (or dependent of a person) who claimed asylum in the UK and has been granted Limited Leave to Remain or some other form of temporary status such as Calais Leave, Discretionary Leave to Remain, Section 67 leave, UASC leave.

2. A student wishing to pursue an undergraduate degree with a clear humanitarian purpose. The applicant will be expected to demonstrate this in their application.

Ralph N Emanuel Scholarship

*The trust will assist successful candidates to negotiate home fees from their chosenuniversity. The final award of a RNE Scholarship will be dependent upon receiving a 'home' tuition fee offer.

Up to three people a year will be supported by a Ralph N Emanuel Scholarship to study for a first degree or equivalent professional qualification.

Please read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document and Guidance Notes before beginning the online application form.

Please also 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.

Applications will open on 27th May 2022, and close at midnight on 26th June 2022. Interviews for successful candidates will be held in July 2022.

The Jane Goodman Charitable Trust Scholarship will support one individual to study for a first degree in Dentistry. The scholarship will pay home tuition fees*, and associated study costs. The specific amount awarded will be dependent on the candidate’s individual circumstances and university location.

This scholarship is suitable for you if:

You are 28 years old or younger and;

You are an asylum seeker (or the dependent of an asylum seeker) who is awaiting a decision or appealing a decision for asylum from the UK Home Office; OR a person (or dependent of a person) who claimed asylum in the UK and has been granted Limited Leave to Remain or some other form of temporary status such as Calais Leave, Discretionary Leave to Remain, Section 67 leave, UASC leave, and;

You are are wishing to pursue an undergraduate degree in Dentistry.

Dr Jane Goodman, who trained at Guy’s Hospital, was an eminent paediatric dentist. She became one of the youngest ever paediatric dental consultants and held many roles in the British Society of Paediatric Dentistry, becoming President in 1995. She has impacted the lives of countless children around the world. The Jane Goodman Charitable Trust is keen to support a student whose career can have a similar impact.

The Jane Goodman Charitable Trust Scholarship

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Fully funded scholarship scheme launches for graduate students from Ukraine

The Graduate Scholarship Scheme for Ukraine Refugees will provide financial support and welfare assistance to those whose lives have been badly impacted by war and extends the University’s well established tradition of support for refugee scholars

Building on Oxford’s long-standing commitment to refugee scholars and other forced migrants globally, a graduate scholarship scheme offering targeted support to refugees from Ukraine has been launched by the University of Oxford and its colleges for the 2022-23 academic year.

The Graduate Scholarship Scheme for Ukraine Refugees has been set up with the aim of providing further academic training for well-qualified graduates from Ukraine whose lives have been badly impacted by war and enable these refugee scholars to better contribute to the reconstruction of their country. 

Up to 20 scholarships will be awarded to graduates who are ordinarily resident in Ukraine, for admission onto a postgraduate taught course (Masters). Applicants will have the opportunity to apply for full-time, one-year courses in a broad range of subjects.

Our community is united in our desire to do something to help Professor Louise Richardson, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford

President of Reuben College, Professor Lionel Tarassenko, who devised the scholarship scheme and whose paternal grandfather came from Eastern Ukraine and became a refugee, said: ‘Like everyone else, I was horrified when the conflict started in late February, and immediately began to think about how best to help the people of Ukraine. Having been an academic in the University for the past 34 years, I had no doubt that Oxford could play its part in supporting students fleeing from the conflict.

‘The University offers a fantastic range of high-quality Masters courses. As the former Head of a large University Department and now the President of Oxford’s newest college, I was able, with the support of senior colleagues in the University and its colleges, to devise a graduate scholarship scheme for Ukraine refugees. I am thrilled that this scheme should now enable Oxford to welcome 20 refugee scholars starting one-year Masters courses at the beginning of next academic year.’

A community united

Scholars will receive a package of financial and welfare assistance from both the University and the participating colleges throughout their time at Oxford.

Professor Louise Richardson, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, said: ‘Like others, we have been horrified by the suffering and destruction caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Our community is united in our desire to do something to help. These scholarships represent our effort to provide an opportunity to students and academics whose scholarship has been disrupted by the war. We look forward to welcoming colleagues from Ukraine into the University of Oxford.’

The scholarships are co-funded by the University and participating colleges. The course fees as well as the graduate application fee will be waived. Each scholar will be given free accommodation and meals within their college, and a grant of £7,500 to support their study and living costs.

Like everyone else, I was horrified when the conflict started in late February, and immediately began to think about how best to help the people of Ukraine President of Reuben College, Professor Lionel Tarassenko

The Oxford Refugee Studies Centre will also act as a hub for the scholars, offering access to a programme of seminars and events, and mentorship.

Baroness Jan Royall, Principal of Somerville College and Chair of Oxford University's Conference of Colleges, said: ‘The war in Ukraine continues to cause immense suffering and long-term repercussions for those affected. It has been inspiring to see the speed and unanimity with which the colleges have rallied to support this important new programme. In time, there will be more for us to do in order to lessen the impact of this terrible war – but this scheme will give Ukrainian students a chance to rebuild their lives now, which is invaluable.’

Recruitment of scholars will take place through a campaign run by the University throughout May 2022 involving large-scale advertising amongst Ukrainian universities, through social media and informal networks such as the communications channels of the Oxford University Ukrainian Society. Potential scholars may also come through the family reunification route, the UK Government’s Homes for Ukraine scheme, or other routes.

Impacted by conflict

The University and colleges are also working to provide welfare support to current undergraduate students who have been impacted by the conflict in Ukraine, as well as providing financial support where necessary. Further support is being offered for those applicants from Ukraine who are due to commence their course in Oxford in October and whose education or financial situation has been affected.

The University continues to support the work of the Council for At-Risk Academics (CARA). CARA's Fellowship Programme helps academics at immediate risk around the world to escape to a place of safety where they can continue their work, including a growing number from Ukraine. The University is also an applicant to the Researchers at Risk Fellowships Programme, being delivered by the UK National Academies and in partnership with CARA, which will support researchers at risk to continue their research in the UK for up to two years.

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Type of opportunity

Preparation for university, Other Types

Refugee-Led Research Hub (RLRH)

About this opportunity.

Are you interested in pursuing a master’s or PhD degree at University of Oxford and other institutions worldwide for courses beginning September/October 2024? Would you like to receive 1:1 mentorship as you put together your application materials? Do you want to join workshops and information sessions to improve your applications and learn more about fully-funded scholarships? Apply to join Graduate Horizons to get support on applications to Oxford and other universities across the globe!

• Discuss available courses and the application process for different graduate degrees at Oxford and elsewhere;
• Help you navigate processes for different scholarships that you might be eligible for;
• Provide feedback on the documents you prepare for submission to graduate degrees and/or scholarship applications.

Level of Study

• Other Levels
• Pre-university

Other levels of study

OGASS is an application support programme for individuals who are interested in pursuing postgraduate degrees (e.g., Masters and PhDs)

Graduate Horizons intends to serve as a bridge from Bachelor’s degree, into Master’s or doctoral degrees.

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

Anyone who self-identifies as having been affected by forced displacement is invited to apply for Graduate Horizons.

Additional notes about eligibility criteria

In order to join this programme, applicants must:

• Have lived experience of forced displacement (e.g., as a current/former refugee, asylum seeker, IDP, stateless person, or another category);
• Have completed a BA degree in any field with a strong result (usually equivalent to at least a 2:1, or a 3.5+ GPA). Note: most support is available for candidates in the Social Sciences and Humanities, e.g., in International Relations, International Development, Politics, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, History, Law, Literature, etc.;
• Be able to carry out research in English;
• Plan to submit an application to a graduate programme that will begin in the 2024-2025 academic year.
• Fill in all parts of the application form, adhering to all instructions provided.

We aim to create an inclusive learning environment that is rich in diversity. We strongly encourage applications from individuals in social groups that are under-represented in this space, including, but not limited to LGBTQI+, gender non-conforming, women, and disabled candidates.

What is included in this opportunity?

• Application support and advice
• Other (see below)

Additional notes about support provided

The RLRH team will facilitate all aspects of the programme. They will be available during live weekly sessions to guide prospective students through the application process, and they will also be available over Whatsapp, email, and during office hours to support learners. Participants will also be matched with a mentor who is a current student or alumni of the University of Oxford. Meetings will be held with mentors on a regular basis to discuss applicants’ goals and associated opportunities, and to review application materials.

Types of study available

• Face-to-face

Other types of study

Additional information about the types of study.

Graduate Horizons is available to applicants globally. If you are based in or around RLRH or RSC offices (in Oxford, UK and Nairobi, Kenya) you are invited to use our in-person resources and attend academic and social events.

Additional details about application process

To apply for this opportunity, you will have to fill out this online form . The form may take 1–2 hours to complete.

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Do you want to:

• become familiar with the structure of a UK university and the academic expectation of language use in this context.
• develop confidence in finding appropriate academic texts and extracting relevant information.
• gain confidence in preparing for and taking notes in lectures
• become familiar with access requirements of UK universities and the purpose of an entrance interview
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This short course will be delivered in 8 sessions (2 lectures/ week). Each student will also be benefit from the individualised support of a mentor. 

Cambridge Foundation Year 

The Cambridge Foundation Year offers a free pathway to Cambridge degrees in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences for applicants who have experienced educational disruption or disadvantage and hence are unable to meet Cambridge's usual academic entry requirements. Refugees and asylum seekers are one of the groups of students eligible for the programme.   Find out more about the Cambridge Foundation Year here  and  specific guidance for refugees, asylum seekers and forced migrants here .

Cambridge Undergraduate Study

Home to over 23,000 students from more than 140 countries, we offer undergraduate degree courses in the arts and humanities, social sciences, sciences and engineering. At the University of Cambridge, we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Refugees, asylum seekers or anyone from a forced migration background may have specific concerns when considering or starting university, and it’s important to us that they feel supported during this time. Find out more about Cambridge undergraduate studies here  and  specific guidance for refugees, asylum seekers and forced migrants here . 

Cambridge Postgraduate Study

The University of Cambridge offers over 300 postgraduate courses.  Find out more about Cambridge postgraduate studies here  and  specific guidance for refugees, asylum seekers and forced migrants here  (to follow). 

Cambridge Refugee Scholarships

The Rowan Williams Cambridge Studentship s are full-cost scholarships for undergraduate or graduate applicants to the University of Cambridge who face severe barriers in accessing higher education. For more information, visit the Trust website and Cambridge Refugee Scholarship Campaign site as well as their studentship guide . See also letters from students . There are multiple scholarships available every year.

The Quantedge-Cambridge Refugee Scholarship , established in 2020 , is available annually to support one student, who has been awarded ‘refugee status’ in the UK, have formerly held refugee status, or are from an area of instability/conflict to study for an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) at King’s College, Cambridge. All MPhil subjects offered by the College are eligible for the Scholarship. 

UK Universities Refugee Scholarships

The UK University Scholarship Directory  provides an overview of universities in the UK that offer funding for refugees and/or asylum seekers.

The STAR scholarship list for students:  https://star-network.org.uk/access-to-university/scholarships/list/

https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-abroad/in-uk/warm-welcome-scholarships

For Displaced/ At-Risk Researchers

European Fund for Displaced Scientists - ALLEA

European Fund for Displaced Scientists

ALLEA has partnered with the Breakthrough Prize Foundation to support scholars and scientific institutions impacted by the war in Ukraine. The programme, endowed with $1.5 million, will provide funding to academic institutions in Europe to host displaced scholars. The initiative will also benefit affected Ukrainian universities, academies, and research institutes in maintaining their operations and rebuilding their scientific facilities and research collaborations.

Researchers at Risk Fellowships | The British Academy

Researchers at Risk Fellowships

The British Academy with Cara (the Council for At-Risk Academics) is establishing a Researchers at Risk Fellowships Programme with the support of the Academy of Medical Sciences, the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Royal Society. The Fellowships will cover the natural sciences, medical sciences, engineering, humanities and social sciences with applications made via UK-based institutions.

Further advice and support

UK Council for International Student Affairs for information on fee status www.ukcisa.org.uk/Information--Advice/Fees-and-Money/England-fee-status

Refugee Education HE Advice www.reuk.org/hefaq

University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) is the site for making university applications https://www.ucas.com/

IntoUniversity supports young persons in education and preparing for university https://intouniversity.org/

HE Plus has many super-curricular resources www.myheplus.com

The University of Oxford's  Refugee-Led Research Hub  (RLRH) is launching a   Graduate Application Support Scheme  (OGASS) for individuals who have been affected by forced displacement. Prospective applicants are eligible to join OGASS if they're applying for master's or doctoral degrees at any university (in the UK or beyond) and identify as having lived experience of displacement.  We're hoping to support as many students as are interested and eligible, and we've got a strong team of Oxford students and alumni who are going to be offering 1:1 mentorship to prospective applicants!  Thank you for your support and please don’t hesitate to reach out ( [email protected] ) if you have any questions.   

How to apply for to Cambridge and other UK universities for undergraduate degrees?

Are you considering applying to competitive UK universities for an undergraduate degree?  Esme Page  (Admissions Coordinator,  Newnham College ) and  Amber Cuttill  (Head of Widening Participation,  Pembroke College ) talk about applying to UK universities, what students should think about when choosing a university and what top UK universities look for in a prospective student. The recording is from June 2021.

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Sanctuary Scholarship (2024)

What you get.

• Full 'Overseas' tuition fee waiver 
• £14,400 living costs
• Sussexsport  membership

Type of award

Full tuition fee waiver and living costs

Funding type

Sussex funded

Eligibility

This scholarship is offered to forced migrants or applicants granted a temporary form of leave only, to provide financial assistance in order to enable them to take up a place on a Masters degree at the University of Sussex. Therefore applicants will be required to provide evidence of this in order to apply.

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must have received an offer of a place to study a Masters degree at the University of Sussex. starting in September 2024. You must also:

• Have submitted, or are the dependent of someone who has submitted, an application to the UK Home Office for recognition as a Refugee; or
• Have been granted temporary form of leave to remain in the UK as a result of an asylum application (e.g. limited leave to remain, humanitarian protection) and not be eligible for funding from Student Finance England; or
• Be a partner/child of an asylum seeker or an unaccompanied asylum-seeking child; and
• Have a household income of under £25,000; and
• Be unable to access UK government student financial support because of your current immigration status

You are not eligible for this scholarship if you:

• Are not currently residing in the UK
• Have applied for, or received, recognition as Refugee (or other forms of temporary leave as the result of an application for Asylum) in a country which is not the UK
• Are applying for a Masters at a university that is not at the University of Sussex
• Are progressing into the final year of an integrated Masters at Sussex
• Are studying an online course
• Are studying one of the Excluded courses listed below.

You are not eligible for this scholarship if you are going to study any of the following:

• Certificates and Diplomas (including PGCE)
• Courses at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS)
• Courses at IDS
• Early Years Education (with Early Years Teacher status)
• Degrees in Social work (if receiving an NHS bursary)
• Online courses
• Schools direct teaching courses
• Masters funded by the research councils (e.g. ESRC 1+3 funding)
• Courses offered at partner institutes e.g. International Study Centre (ISC)

Number of scholarships available

1 Masters scholarship, 2 Undergraduate scholarships

How to apply

I sincerely thank the University and the Sussex alumni community for supporting and recognising me in this way. My Article 26 Scholarship was the light at the end of a very dark tunnel” Adarsh Ramdawor LLM International Commercial Law

If you have any questions about your eligibility for this scholarship or need any further information, please email [email protected] .

Information and support for forced migrants/refugee students can be found on our University of Sanctuary page.

You might also be interested in

• How to apply for a Masters at Sussex
• Student Action for Refugees (STAR)
• Miran's story

All applicants will receive a final decision before July 2024.

Terms and conditions

The Sanctuary Scholarships were previously called the Article 26 Scholarships, named after  Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states: ‘ Everyone has the right to education’ . In recognition of the University's status as a University of Sanctuary, these were renamed the Sanctuary Scholarships in 2024.

Maintenance payments are not intended to cover additional costs such as legal fees, relocation costs or support for family/dependants.

Availability

At level(s): PG (taught)

Application deadline: 1 June 2024 23:59 (GMT) the deadline has now expired

The award is available to people from these specific countries:

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Oxford Refugee Scholarship

14 May 2021

Refugee Scholarship for Masters Degrees

Applications are now open for the Oxford Refugee Scholarship for those holding offers for one-year (full-time) or two-year (part-time) Masters courses due to start in October 2021.

This scholarship covers course fees up to a total of £40,000 and provides a grant for living costs, and is available for those who have been displaced due to conflict, persecution, or other serious human rights violations or deprivations, whether within or outside their country of origin. This includes but is not limited to refugees, stateless individuals, asylum seekers, those with discretionary/limited leave to remain in the UK, and those with humanitarian protection.

If you wish to apply or would like further information, please email [email protected] by 26 May 2021 to request the full eligibility criteria and an application form.

This scholarship is jointly funded by the University of Oxford and participating colleges, through the generous support of donors.

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Sanctuary Scholarship

We offer scholarships for forced migrants to the UK. The Sanctuary Scholarship is open to people who wish to study any undergraduate or postgraduate taught (Masters) degree.

The scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and £10,000 a year towards study costs. If you receive the Sanctuary Scholarship, you won’t need to pay the money back. In addition, you may be offered a place on an optional pre-sessional language course (6 or 10 weeks in Summer 2024) which will enable you to meet any language requirements attached to your offer to study.

There are a limited number of scholarships available and you must apply. If your application is successful, we will invite you to an interview. Not everybody who applies is invited for an interview.

Applications for the 2024/25 academic year are open until 12pm on Monday 8 April 2024. You can apply via an online form at the end of this page.

Degrees you can study

You can apply for this scholarship if you have an offer or if you have applied for any of the following degrees, full-time or part-time:

• Any undergraduate degree (including foundation degrees) starting in the 2024/25 academic year.
• Any postgraduate taught degree (Masters) starting in the 2024/25 academic year.

Unfortunately, you cannot apply for Sanctuary Scholarship funding for postgraduate research and PhD study. We encourage all forced migrants interested in PhD study to explore our  fully funded PhD opportunity for forced migrants to the UK .

Are you eligible to apply?

To apply for this scholarship you must:

• Be a forced migrant to the United Kingdom. This means you are a person displaced from your homeland or place of residence for political, economic, ethnic, environmental, or human rights pressures. You must have one of the residency statuses listed in the next section.
• Be unable to access mainstream funding, for example from Student Finance England or a local authority grant. 
• Have already applied to study at the University in the 2024/25 academic year.
• Not have a degree from a UK university of the same level or higher than the course you want to study at Leeds in 2024/25. 
• Be eligible for paying tuition fees at the UK rate. If you receive an offer to study that states you must pay tuition fees at the International rate, make sure you use the fee assessment process to confirm if this is correct.

Eligible residency statuses

Your residency status must be either:

• Asylum Seeker – currently seeking asylum within the UK or Refused Asylum Seeker where your application for refugee status has been denied and a fresh claim is in process.
• Limited or Discretionary leave to remain.
• Indefinite leave to remain.

Your status may also be one of the following, which are only eligible if you already have a degree of the same level you wish to study at Leeds (from a University outside of the UK, and therefore ineligible for mainstream student funding):

• Refugee status or the spouse or child of someone with refugee status.
• Humanitarian Protection status or the spouse or child of someone with Humanitarian Protection status.
• Section 67 Leave or the dependent child of someone with Section 67 Leave.
• Calais Leave.
• Stateless Person Leave or the spouse or child of someone with Stateless Leave.
• Granted leave in the UK under the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) or the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS).
• Granted leave in the UK under the Ukraine Family Scheme, the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme or the Ukraine Extension Scheme.

We can only award the scholarship if your immigration status allows you to study for the duration of your course. If your immigration permission changes so that you are not allowed to study, we may have to cancel the scholarship.

Please be aware that if you have decided not to receive student finance for faith reasons, this does not make you eligible for the Sanctuary Scholarship. For Sharia-compliant funding opportunities, please see our page on financial support for Muslim students.

Offers to study

To apply for the Sanctuary Scholarship, you must have already applied for your course but you do not need to have an offer of a place yet. If your application to study is rejected at any time, then your application for or offer of a Sanctuary Scholarship will be withdrawn.

How to apply

Applications for the 2024/25 academic year are now open via an online form below. Applications remain open until 12pm on Monday 8 April 2024.

Please note, applying for the Sanctuary Scholarship is not the same as applying for a place on your chosen course. The Sanctuary Scholarship application is for funding only. 

To apply for a place on your chosen course, search for your programme and follow the instructions on the relevant page.

If you have any questions about the scholarship or wish to submit your supplementary evidence please  email the Sanctuary Scholarships team at [email protected] .

Apply for the Sanctuary Scholarship

Related links.

The UK University Scholarships Directory

The following list provides details of the universities in the UK that provide funding for refugees and/or asylum seekers. This information was correct at time of writing in August 2023. However, funding arrangements are liable to change so you are advised to check with the relevant university prior to making any personal arrangements

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Aberystwyth University : Sanctuary scholarships are available for 1 undergraduate and 1 postgraduate student. They offer a full fee waiver, accommodation and £8,000 per year, along with English language support. They are available to those from forced migrant backgrounds who face a barrier to accessing university because Home Office regulations surrounding their immigration status prevent them from accessing funding from Student Finance.

University of the Arts London : the UAL Vice-Chancellor’s International Postgraduate Scholarship offers up to four scholarships to applicants meeting the eligibility criteria. Scholarships provide a £50,000 award to cover tuition fees and make a contribution towards living costs. Scholarship recipients will also be offered accommodation at one of UAL’s halls of residence for the duration of their study. The scholarships are open to asylum seekers.

Aston University : refugees are eligible for the Aston Support Scholarship, worth £1,250 in each stage of study. The University will automatically assess eligibility using information provided at enrolment.

Bangor University : the Refugee Scholarship is available for those students who have had to flee their country of origin and have sought sanctuary in North Wales. It offers a full tuition fee waiver and a full accommodation fee waiver in University Halls accommodation.

University of Bath : two Sanctuary Scholarships of a full tuition fee waiver and a £15,609 bursary for living costs for asylum seekers wishing to study taught postgraduate master’s programmes. There is also a bursary of up to £7,000 over a five year course of study for those who have refugee status or have Humanitarian Protection.

Bath Spa University : a Bath Spa University Sanctuary Scholarship is available to students from refugee and asylum-seeking communities. It offers an annual bursary of £2,000, an accommodation fee waiver for the first year of study and full tuition fee waiver for each year of study for those ineligible for student finance.

Birkbeck, University of London : the Compass Project Sanctuary Scholarship provides up to 20 asylum seekers, who are not eligible for student finance, with a sanctuary scholarship to study a university-level programme at Birkbeck, University of London. The scholarship offers a full tuition fee waiver and additional financial support to cover costs such as transport, childcare and books.

University of Birmingham : up to five Sanctuary Scholarships of a full tuition fee waiver and a £5,000 living cost grant for a student who has sought refuge in the UK to study for an undergraduate degree. The scholarship will be awarded for a maximum of three years if conditions do not change and the criteria are met.

University of Bradford : Sanctuary Scholarships provide free tuition and £4,000 for costs and travel for undergraduate and taught postgraduate courses to enable people seeking asylum, or those already granted refugee status who cannot access student finance, to participate in higher education.

University of Bristol : the Sanctuary Scholarship Scheme offers support towards the cost of full or part-time undergraduate and master's degrees. The scholarships comprise two schemes: a full scholarship for students with no access to financial support from the UK Government and a partial scholarship for students who can access UK Government support.

Brunel University, London : the Sanctuary Scholarship offers a full fee waiver to full time students identified as ‘refugees’. As well as a full tuition fee waiver, successful applicants will receive free single occupancy accommodation in one of Brunel’s Halls of Residences.

Buckinghamshire New University : the BNU Asylum Seeker Scholarship offers a full fee waiver, £10,000 per year, accommodation for the whole course and gym membership. The BNU Refugee Scholarship offers a Full fee waiver, £2,600 per year, accommodation and gym membership.

University of Cambridge : the Rowan Williams Cambridge Studentship is a full-cost award available to undergraduate and graduate students, covering tuition fees and maintenance. It is available for students from an area of instability or zone of conflict who have been at risk of discrimination, persecution, suffering, violence or other abuse of their human rights. The Quantedge-Cambridge Refugee Scholarship is available annually to support one student, to study for an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) at King’s College, Cambridge. The Scholarship is intended for applicants who have been awarded ‘refugee status’ in the UK, have formerly held refugee status, or are from an area of instability/conflict.

Canterbury Christchurch University : one Article 26 Scholarship for a student seeking asylum in the UK, or a dependant or partner of someone seeking asylum or a student, dependant or partner of someone seeking asylum who has been granted Discretionary Leave to Remain or some other form of temporary status. The scholarship offers a full tuition fee waiver and an annual £1,000 bursary.

Cardiff University : two awards to students who are either asylum seekers or children of asylum seekers. Awards will cover the cost of tuition and provide a non-repayable grant of £4,000 per year. Additional awards of up to £1,000 are available through the Cardiff Education Trust Fund for students who have attended a secondary school in Cardiff and they, or their parents, are seeking asylum.

Cardiff Metropolitan University : offers two scholarships to asylum seekers or their partners or dependants for postgraduate taught Master’s courses and two scholarships for undergraduate courses. The scholarships consist of a full tuition fee waiver, a bus pass, a daily lunch voucher and personal support.

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) : this scholarship supports forced migrants who are not eligible for student finance to access higher education with UCLan. There is one scholarship available each year, covering fees and providing a support package of up to £5,000 per year. The support package is tailored according to the awardees needs. This may include a cash bursary that covers accommodation costs, travel costs or other in-kind support.

University of Chester : the Sanctuary Award offers a full tuition fee waiver per year and up to £2,500 per year in-kind financial support package to help with essential study costs. Priority will be given to applicants who already live within easy commuting distance of the University of Chester.

City, University of London : three Article 26 Scholarships are offered to asylum seekers, consisting of full tuition fee support and a grant of £13,510 to help students with the costs of living and studying. This will apply for each year of study on an undergraduate course. Students must be attending a school, college, community or voluntary group that can provide a reference in support of their application.

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PhD scholarships

We invest heavily in PhD study and the development of our postgraduate community.

University of Sheffield scholarships

These include:

• University of Sheffield Research Scholarships  (Closed)
• University of Sheffield Research Scholarships for Black or Black British (of African or Caribbean heritage), Asian or Asian British (of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and Indian heritage) or multiple ethnic background including one of the ethnicity groups listed above ( Open in the Faculty of Health and Faculty of Social Sciences ) 
• Hossein Farmy Scholarships  (Closed)
• China Scholarship Council  (Closed)

Research Council (UKRI) scholarships

The UK Research Councils are a major source of financial support for research postgraduates.

List of Research Council scholarships

Department/project scholarships

Departments and Supervisors may have funding for specific projects throughout the year. When available these projects may be advertised in the  PhD projects directory  or via information provided on Departmental webpages

Other funding bodies

Many charities, foundations and trusts provide funding for postgraduate study, from small grants to full scholarships. Some are for specific subject areas while others have more general eligibility criteria. Please see our list of  additional funding  for more information. 

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Scholarships and funding

Would you like to turn your dream of studying in the uk into a reality.

Deciding to study in the UK is an investment in your future. A prestigious degree from the UK is a valuable and transformative experience and will take your education - and your employability - to the next level.

There are many funding options available for international students who want to study in the UK. They range from part-funding, for example paying part of your fees, to full-funding which covers programme fees, living expenses, and return flights to the UK.

You can search for the right scholarship for you on the course and scholarships finder below.

Postgraduate funding

The UK government runs a variety of scholarship programmes to financially support international students who are looking for help funding their studies in the UK.

The three main UK government scholarships on offer are:

GREAT Scholarships

GREAT Scholarships are scholarships to UK universities across a variety of subjects, for students from 15 countries. Applications for 2024-25 are open.

Chevening Scholarships

Chevening Scholarships offers fully funded master's degrees in the UK. Learn more about one of the UK's most prestigious scholarships.

Commonwealth Scholarships

Commonwealth Scholarships are UK university scholarships given to talented individuals with the potential to make a positive impact on the global stage.

Wider UK government funding

The UK government offers hundreds of scholarships, bursaries and additional financial support to students from a large number of countries.

You can visit the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) website to find out more about the funding available if you are studying in the UK as a postgraduate student, including whether or not you are eligible to apply for a scholarship. Just scroll down to the relevant section of the webpage.

UKCISA is the UK’s national advisory body serving the interests of international students and those who work with them.

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Postgraduate studentships

Many universities offer fully-funded postgraduate studentships for PhD programmes. Find out more .

Institution-specific scholarships

Many UK higher-education institutions offer their own scholarship programmes.

These are offered based on a number of factors, which can be broadly split out into the following categories:

• Academic, merit and excellence scholarships - These are usually awarded to students with a strong academic background, including achieving strong grades in their school exams. 
• Performance-based scholarships - These are usually awarded to those who have exceptional ability in an extracurricular activity such as sports, music or performing arts like drama or dance.
• Subject-specific scholarships - These are often offered by individual departments for students studying a particular course or subject.
• Equal access or sanctuary scholarships - These scholarships can take the form of a tuition fee reduction or waiver or maintenance award and are offered to refugees and asylum seekers who have fled persecution from their home countries.
• Disability scholarships - These scholarships support international students with a disability, long-term mental health condition, learning difficulty or other special needs. 

Always check out different institutions’ websites to discover what is available, and take a look at specialist websites like Postgraduate Studentships and Prospects for curated information that covers different institutions.

Application advice Six top tips on applying for a scholarship

Read our essential advice on how to apply for a scholarship, from eligibility criteria to tailoring your application.

Global scholarships

A.S. Hornby Trust Scholarship

Scholarships for English language teachers to develop their English language skills

Selected countries - see website >

Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan

Master's and doctoral courses (for study in the UK and distance learning), plus academic, professional and medical fellowships

Commonwealth countries >

Scholarships for one-year master's courses across a range of subjects at a variety of UK universities.

British Council scholarships for women in STEM

Scholarships for women undertaking master's degrees in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics course at one of 19 UK universities.

Americas, South Asia and South East Asia >

Global Wales Scholarships for International Students

Global Wales offers a variety of scholarship opportunities for international students.

USA; India; Vietnam and EU countries >

Country-specific scholarships

Young Cell Scheme

Postgraduate master's studies in the EU

Kosovo - see website >

Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust Scholarships

Doctoral studies, research, visiting fellows and Scottish summer school

Pakistan - see website >

Marshall Scholarship

Master's and doctoral courses at any university in the UK

USA - see website >

Science and research funding

Marshall Sherfield Fellowships

Post-doctoral research in science and engineering at any university in the UK

Euraxess UK

Research placements in the UK

Global - see website >

Royal Society grants

Postdoctoral science research

Undergraduate funding

While undergraduate scholarships and bursaries for EU and international students studying in the UK are less common than they are for postgraduate studies, they do exist. You just need to know where to look for them.

Funding for EU and international undergraduate students in the UK can generally be split into two categories: those offered by UK universities themselves and those offered by third parties - usually governments or organisations in your home country.

You can visit the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) website to find out more about the funding available if you are studying in the UK as an undergraduate student, including whether or not you are eligible to apply for a scholarship. Just scroll down to the relevant section of the webpage.

You can also visit the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service in the UK (UCAS)’s page about scholarships, grants, and bursaries: EU and international students for more detailed information on what to look out for and where.

Cost of studying in the UK

Studying in the UK is good value for money. Find out how much you can expect to pay to study and live in the UK, and how to make the most of your budget.

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The University of Sheffield PhD Scholarships, UK

• Updated On June 5, 2024
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Embarking on a transformative journey of higher education is a dream nurtured by many, and the University of Sheffield, ranked 28th in Europe and 104th in the World, stands as a beacon of academic brilliance. Located in the city of Sheffield, South Yorkshire, the University of Sheffield is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Sheffield is a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 leading UK universities known for being world-class, research-focused institutions.

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Sheffield University Management School has an overarching mission to give priority to research that promotes socially responsible work practices. They seek to promote a vibrant, enabling and inclusive research environment that prizes ambitious and pluralistic intellectual enquiry. To enhance the research environment, and support the school’s international research collaborations, they are investing in a number of PhD scholarships.

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Eligibility Criteria

The Management School is looking to appoint exceptional candidates to its doctoral programme.

Candidates will typically have a background in business and management, or a cognate social science field. For the advertised scholarship, they will normally have –

• An undergraduate degree that is equivalent to a UK classification of upper second-class honours or above.
• A masters level qualification of merit or above. Candidates currently completing their masters may only be considered in exceptional circumstances.
• English Language requirement is IELTS at 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component or equivalent. Click here for more detailed information .

These are fully funded 3.5 year scholarships covering –

• Home or International tuition fees
• a stipend at the basic UKRI rate (GBP 19,237 or INR 20 Lakhs)

To support the international dimension of these projects an enhanced research and training support grant (RTSG) of GBP 7250 or INR 7.2 Lakhs in total is available to support research costs during the successful applicants’ PhD periods.

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How to apply?

In order to be considered for the studentships, you must also apply for a place to study in the department using the Postgraduate Online Application Form.

In crafting a research proposal , you are required to demonstrate how you would engage with objectives of the proposed scholarship. The proposal is vital to the success of your application, should be fully referenced and approximately 3000 words (excluding bibliography) in length. It should include:

• Title of your proposed PhD research
• The main aims and objectives of your research
• Discussion of relevant existing literature
• The proposed methods of research and a plan and timetable of work
• Any resources available and any additional ones required

Deadline – 10th July 2024

Official link – https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/management/phd/scholarships  

Pursuing a PhD at the University of Sheffield Management School offers a remarkable opportunity for ambitious individuals passionate about advancing research in socially responsible work practices. The fully funded PhD scholarships available at the Management School ensure that talented candidates, both local and international, can embark on their research journeys without financial burden. By fulfilling the eligibility criteria and demonstrating a strong research proposal, candidates can take a significant step toward contributing to impactful research that aligns with the school’s mission of promoting socially responsible work practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. can international students apply for the scholarship.

A. Yes, international students are eligible to apply for the scholarship. The scholarship covers international tuition fees, making it an excellent opportunity for students from around the world.

Q. What kind of research environment can I expect at the University of Sheffield Management School?

A. The Management School at the University of Sheffield is dedicated to promoting a vibrant, enabling, and inclusive research environment. The school prioritizes research that supports socially responsible work practices and encourages ambitious and pluralistic intellectual inquiry. Scholars will have access to a supportive community and numerous resources to facilitate their research projects.

Q. What is the duration of the PhD scholarship?

A. The scholarship is fully funded for a duration of 3.5 years, providing ample time for scholars to complete their doctoral research and contribute significantly to their field of study.

Q. What should be included in the research proposal?

A. The research proposal should include: -The title of your proposed PhD research. -The main aims and objectives. -A discussion of relevant existing literature. -Proposed methods of research and a plan and timetable of work. -Resources available and any additional ones required.

Q. Where can I find more information about the English language requirements?

A. You can find detailed information about the English language requirements on the University of Sheffield’s official website or by clicking on the link provided in the scholarship details section.

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