Sanctuary Scholarship

Supports students at risk

This scholarship is for an offer holder seeking asylum or with refugee status in the United Kingdom. It covers tuition and accommodation costs, plus a maintenance grant.

Overview

University of Greenwich

London, Greater London, United Kingdom

Full-time

English

Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Biology (Human), Business & Management Studies, Computer Science, Criminology, Art & Design, Economics & Econometrics, Education, English Language & Literature, Engineering - General, Communication, Film & Media Studies, Engineering - Electrical & Electronic, Engineering - Chemical, Engineering - Civil & Structural, Engineering - Informatics, Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical, History & Archaeology, Human Resources Management, International Relations/Studies/Affairs, Logistics / Supply Chain Management, Law / Legal Studies, Nursing & Midwifery, Health/Healthcare, Pharmacy & Pharmacology, Sports-related Subjects, Hospitality & Leisure Management, Sociology, Social Work

Detailed Information

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all of the eligibility criteria outlined below to apply. You have been offered a full-time place on an undergraduate or postgraduate taught course at the University of Greenwich new entering at year 0 or 1, commencing September 2025. You will be studying at one of our three campuses: Greenwich, Avery Hill or Medway (except Medway School of Pharmacy). If studying with a Partner College, the tuition fee must be paid directly to the University of Greenwich. You are unable to access Student Finance (Tuition and Maintenance Loans) due to your current immigration status. You do not already hold a qualification that is equal to or higher than the course you are applying for. You are resident in the UK. PHD / Postgraduate Research courses are not eligible for this scholarship. You must also be able to provide documentary evidence to verify your circumstances. Immigration status To be eligible for the Sanctuary Scholarship, you must hold one of the following immigration statuses before you apply to study at the University of Greenwich: UK asylum seeker UK discretionary leave to remain (as a result of an asylum application) UK limited leave to remain (as a result of an asylum application) You will also be eligible if you are a dependant of someone with one of these immigration statuses.

Procedure

2025/26 applications closed 30/04/2025. Applicants should have a letter with a decision by 14/05/2025 We offer more scholarships and bursaries. See a full list. If you are an applicant, alumni or do not have access to your university account, e-mail fab@gre.ac.uk

Academic Transfer

Accepts transfer credit.

Sanctuary Scholarship

Overview

Detailed Information

Application Requirements