logo-image
institution banner
University of Kent

Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

Supports students at risk

The University of Kent, in partnership with the Article 26 Project offers each year up to five Sanctuary Scholarships for undergraduate entry. These awards are aimed at helping those seeking asylum in the UK to progress to higher education.

Overview

University of Kent
Kent, South East, United Kingdom
Full-time
English
Accounting & Finance, Business & Management Studies, Architecture, Computer Science, Criminology, Performing Arts, Economics & Econometrics, Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical, Engineering - Informatics, Engineering - Electrical & Electronic, Geography (Human), History & Archaeology, Law / Legal Studies, Marketing, Communication, Film & Media Studies, International Relations/Studies/Affairs, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Sports-related Subjects

Detailed Information

Qualifications
To meet the eligibility criteria of the Award, applicants must: Have refugee status, be an asylum seeker or the partner/dependent of an asylum seeker; OR an asylum seeker/partner/dependent who has been granted Discretionary Leave to Remain (DLR) or some other form of temporary status. Have a conditional or unconditional offer of undergraduate study from the University of Kent, having applied through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Be currently attending a school, college, community or voluntary group which can provide a reference in support of their application. Not have access to mainstream funding, e.g. student finance or a local authority grant. Live within commuting distance of the University of Kent (i.e. within the county of Kent). Be able to cover their own living expenses and accommodation costs. Unfortunately the following courses are not currently available on the Sanctuary Scholarship at Kent: Courses dependent on NHS funding, Dentistry, Foundation degree programmes, Medicine and Pharmacy.
Procedure
Application forms will be available from headofssw@kent.ac.uk
Academic Transfer
Accepts transfer credit.

Application Requirements

Other documents
Language tests
Degree certificate(s)
Transcript(s)
Application form
desktop computer
Freedom Degree help students continue their education outside their home country
logo-image

Find opportunities that are right for you to continue your education outside your home country.

Privacy Policy

© 2025 Freedom Degree

Freedom Degree, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. © 2025  |  Powered by Strapi