University of Westminister Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship in the UK 2027
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Degree
- MPhil
- Host country
- UK
- Host institution
- University of Westminster
- Renewable
- No
About this scholarship
The University of Westminster is providing a fantastic opportunity with its Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2027, which is ideal for people in the UK seeking asylum or currently holding refugee status. It’s time to pursue your goals and enroll in a master’s program that has the power to alter your life!
Application Deadline:
- 2 November 2026
Tell Me About The Program:
The University of Westminster Sanctuary Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded postgraduate scholarship designed for students seeking asylum or holding refugee status in the United Kingdom who are otherwise ineligible to receive postgraduate financial support from Student Finance. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a monthly living stipend to help remove financial barriers for vulnerable students pursuing a master’s degree in the UK.
Which Fields are Eligible:
Eligible full-time one-year Master’s degree courses at the University of Westminster (Note: Postgraduate Diplomas, professional courses, conversion courses, and integrated Master’s/MPhil/PhD programs are excluded).
Type:
Fully Funded Postgraduate Master’s Scholarship / Asylum Seeker & Refugee Support Grant
Who can Apply:
- Admission Offer: Must hold an admission offer from the University of Westminster for a full-time master’s course starting in January 2027.
- Residency: Must be a resident in the United Kingdom.
- Immigration Status: Must hold one of the following eligible immigration statuses prior to submitting the application:
- 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)
- Exclusions: Students who already hold a master’s degree or those who are eligible to receive taught postgraduate student loans from UK Student Finance are not eligible to apply.
How are Applicants Selected:
Applications are evaluated based on fulfillment of residency and immigration criteria, academic admission offer, and supporting documentation demonstrating asylum or refugee status.
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Open to individuals currently residing in the UK as asylum seekers or with eligible leave-to-remain statuses arising from asylum claims (international applicants seeking asylum in the UK).
Where will the Program be Taken:
University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom.
How Many Fellows:
Competitive cohort selected for the January 2027 intake.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver: 100% coverage for an eligible one-year Master’s program.
- Monthly Living Stipend: Generous allowance of £1,000 per month (up to £12,000 total over 12 months) to cover accommodation, food, and living expenses.
How Long Will it Last:
Up to 12 months (covering a standard one-year full-time Master’s program).
How to Apply:
- Secure an admission offer for a full-time master’s course starting in January 2027 at the University of Westminster.
- Prepare the required verification documents in PDF format:
- Home Office letter confirming immigration status
- Application Registration Card (ARC) for asylum seekers
- Supporting statement or letter from an eligible referee
- Send your completed application and PDF attachments via email to [email protected] before the deadline on 2 November 2026.
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Priority applicants
The sponsor explicitly welcomes applicants in these groups.