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The University of East London recognises that people seeking asylum in the UK are likely to be some of the most vulnerable in our society. The University is working with the Helena Kennedy Foundation to support such people accessing higher education.
Successful applicants will be awarded 100% tuition fee support until they are awarded such immigration status that enables them to access support from Student Finance.
Eligibility Summary
Please ensure that you meet all of the following eligibility criteria before making an application: You must be:
An asylum seeker or the partner/dependent of an asylum seeker;
OR
An asylum seeker/partner/dependant who has been granted Discretionary Leave to Remain (DLR) or some other form of temporary status as a result of an asylum claim.
AND
Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for a taught postgraduate course at UEL for 2024/25 entry
Unable to access mainstream student funding
Not require additional support for living costs
Provide documentation from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to confirm your immigration status and give UEL consent to check this with our Premium Account Manager at UKVI.
We will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange your initial consultation at your nearest SI-UK office. If you are unable to visit us in person, consultations can also be arranged over Skype.