Sanctuary Scholarship

Supports students at risk

City St George's, University of London, is committed to supporting equal access to higher education for forced migrants. The Sanctuary Scholarship consists of full tuition fee support and a grant to help with the costs of living. The Sanctuary Scholarship provides a full tuition fee waiver and a grant equivalent of a full maintenance loan from Student Finance England, and a grant equivalent to the City Cares Bursary, to cover living expenses. Successful applicants will also receive a place in City Cares, a dedicated support network offering a range of help to enable you to navigate the ups and downs of your student journey from enrolment to graduation. We intend to award up to 3 undergraduate scholarships for each academic year.

Overview

City University of London

London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Full-time

English

Psychology, Politics, Law / Legal Studies, Modern Languages & Literatures, History & Archaeology, Classics & Ancient History, Health/Healthcare, Public Health, Nursing & Midwifery, Medicine Related Studies, Engineering - Civil & Structural, Engineering - Electrical & Electronic, Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical, Computer Science, Software, Accounting & Finance, Business & Management Studies, Economics & Econometrics

Detailed Information

Admission

The scholarship (with live 2026/27 dates) is still offered.

Qualifications

In order to be considered, applicants must be an asylum seeker or granted Discretionary Leave to Remain or some other form of temporary leave a result of an asylum or human rights application. In addition to the above, applicants must meet all the following criteria: As a direct result of your immigration status not be eligible for Tuition Fee Loans or Maintenance Loans from Student Finance England/Wales/NI/SAAS. Have received a conditional or unconditional offer of full-time Undergraduate study from City, University of London, having applied through UCAS. Be new full-time entrants to City and starting the first year of their degree as a new student (i.e. those starting in Year 2, Year 3 and Year 4 are not eligible.) Be currently attending a school, college, community or voluntary group which can provide a reference in support of your application. Must not hold an undergraduate/postgraduate degree awarded in the UK and/or abroad. If you are applying for a programme that requires you to pass a DBS check in order to undertake clinical placements and participate in the course, it is your responsibility to ensure you have the necessary documentation. Failure to pass the DBS checks, will result in a suspension/withdrawal from the programme.

Procedure

Please read the terms and conditions [PDF] carefully. Refer to the guidance notes [PDF] when you fill out your application, this will help you to complete it accurately. Once you have completed these steps you can proceed to submit an application.

Academic Transfer

Accepts transfer credit.