Oxford Brookes University 2023 Sanctuary Scholarship

This scholarship is for individuals seeking asylum and those who have a form of protection from an asylum claim, who are not able to access government student finance.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirments
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMay 27, 2023
• Study LevelMasters
• SponsorOxford Brookes University
• City to studyOxford
• School to studyOxford Brookes University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

In 2023/24 entry there will be one scholarship available which will include:

• A full fee waiver (you do not need to pay fees).
• A cash bursary of £4,000.
• Financial support equivalent to £8,000 towards accommodation. Those living in halls of residence will automatically receive this support; those in private accommodation will be required to provide proof of living costs as detailed in the terms and conditions of the scholarship.
• Guaranteed accommodation in University halls of residence for 52 weeks per year

Requirements

Students with the following immigration statuses who meet the relevant course entry requirements and are not in receipt of, or eligible for government student finance support, are eligible to apply:

• Asylum seeker,
• Unaccompanied asylum seeking child,
• Limited leave to remain (as a result of an asylum application,
• Discretionary leave to remain (as a result of an asylum application),
• The family member of someone with one of the immigration statuses listed above with ‘in line’ or ‘dependent’ status.

The scholarship will be open to students who are in receipt of an offer (or awaiting a decision) for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate taught course, including foundation year courses. Courses taught at Partner Colleges are not eligible.

Application Deadline

May 27, 2023

How To Apply

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Before applying for the Sanctuary Scholarship, applicants will need to apply through UCAS and hold an offer from our Admissions Team.

Please read the terms and conditions of the scholarship and then complete the online form which includes a personal statement section. This section assesses your suitability for the Sanctuary Scholarship. Please ensure that in your answers you have included:

• Your reason for wanting to access higher education, including your future aims and ambitions and how your chosen course will help you achieve these.
• The difficulties you have faced in continuing your education and how you have tried to overcome these.
• Details of your financial circumstances and any previous applications you have made for funding.

Applications will only be considered if they are accompanied by a Referee Supporting Statement that is signed and dated. This will need to be uploaded as part of the online form. Applicants will also be required to provide evidence of their immigration status.