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University entry for refugees and asylum seekers |
Refugees and asylum seekers can apply for university and higher education courses in the UK. However, there are various rules and regulations and it is far from easy. Some organisations which can help with advice, preparation courses and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) are:
Download the document below for more information about English language requirements and links to useful organisations and websites.
- http://refugeap-network.net This is a new site with advice on developing English language provision, examples of what others in the sector are already doing and a bank of practitioner resources (including links to relevant CPD and trauma training opportunities). They have also set up a RefugEAP Network JISCmail discussion list to connect with others interested/working in this field.
- UK University Scholarships for Refugees and Asylum Seekers | Undergraduate | UCAS Over 70 UK universities offer scholarships for refugee and asylum-seeking students to allow them to study. Student Action for Refugees (STAR) encourages and supports universities to create and maintain scholarship programmes, and helps to advertise these opportunities to applicants. This website gives information on how to apply, as well as how UCAS and STAR are supporting refugee and asylum-seeking applicants on their journey to university.
- Refugee Education UK │Higher Education │University for refugees and asylum seekers (reuk.org) REUK has a team of people who can provide advice to young asylum seekers and refugees. The website has advice, information and a good FAQ section.
- Displaced Student Opportunities Study opportunities to support refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK to access university.
Download the document below for more information about English language requirements and links to useful organisations and websites.
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Page last updated January 2024