2026/27 Northumbria University Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

Northumbria University is pleased to announce the Sanctuary Scholarship, for those seeking asylum in the UK. 

• Table of Content
• About Northumbria University
• Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship
• Requirements for Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship

• This opportunity will award successful students a £9,000 contribution towards studies, as well as a full 100% fee waiver for a wide range of eligible Full-Time Masters courses, beginning in September 2026. 

Requirements for Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification

• Please do not apply if you are living outside of the UK as your application will not be considered.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Northumbria University Postgraduate Scholarship

• There is a competitive selection process for this scholarship scheme.  Please read the following Guidance Notes prior to making your application.  Applicants need to apply via online written application form; a selection panel will consider all eligible scholarship applications and shortlist for interview
• Those shortlisted will then be required to attend an interview at the Newcastle City Campus
• Applicants attending an interview will be asked to provide copies of documentation relevant to your current immigration status, such as Home Office letters
• Successful applicants will be chosen by the interview panel and will be notified by the end of June 2026.

Check also:
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027
Global Korea Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• Northumbria University recognises the unique and difficult circumstances students who are seeking asylum may experience and the challenges this may create in accessing Higher Education.  As such, the University offers a range of pre-entry services through NU Belong to any students seeking asylum considering university, including application support.
• Aspiring Dreams, a lived experience organisation is supporting those from disadvantaged backgrounds including those seeking asylum.  Aspiring Dreams offer help and guidance and will gladly assist anyone wishing to apply for a Sanctuary Scholarship.  Please contact Arooba for further information.

For more information, kindly visit Northumbria University scholarship webpage.