Goldsmiths Sanctuary Scholarship 2026 in the UK (Fully Funded Undergraduate & Master’s Study)

The Goldsmiths Sanctuary Scholarship 2026 at the University of London (Goldsmiths) is a fully funded opportunity created to support students who have refugee status or an active asylum claim in the UK. The scholarship aims to remove financial barriers and provide access to higher education for displaced individuals who wish to pursue undergraduate or taught postgraduate degrees.

Through this initiative, selected students receive comprehensive academic and financial support, allowing them to focus on their studies while rebuilding their educational pathways.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Country: United Kingdom
• University: Goldsmiths, University of London
• Study Levels: Undergraduate and taught Master’s programs
• Scholarship Type: Fully funded support package
• Number of Awards: Usually up to 4 students per year

The scholarship is open only to applicants who hold an offer for an eligible in-person degree program at Goldsmiths.

Financial Benefits

Successful applicants typically receive:

• Full tuition fee waiver for each year of study
• Annual allowance of about £8,825 to help with living costs
• Accommodation support for a single room in Goldsmiths halls (up to about £200 per week)

This funding package is designed to cover essential study costs and ensure students can concentrate on their academic progress.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants generally must:

• Have refugee status in the UK or an active asylum application
• Hold an offer of admission for an undergraduate or taught postgraduate program at Goldsmiths
• Be eligible to study in the UK
• Enroll in an in-person program (online courses are not eligible)

Applicants under specific UK humanitarian schemes (such as Ukrainian refugee arrangements) may also be considered.

Application Process

The typical steps include:

1. Apply for and receive an offer from Goldsmiths for an eligible program.
2. Complete the scholarship application once it opens on the official page.
3. Upload documentation confirming refugee or asylum status.
4. Submit the application before the stated deadline.

In recent cycles, applications opened in February with deadlines around late May.

Why Apply?

The Goldsmiths Sanctuary Scholarship offers students the opportunity to:

• Study in the UK with full tuition and housing support
• Access education at a respected University of London institution
• Join a supportive academic community focused on inclusion and social justice
• Build academic qualifications and long-term career prospects

Because the scholarship is limited in number and fully funded, it is highly competitive and aimed at students with strong motivation and potential.