Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027 in UK | Fully Funded

Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027 is a fully funded opportunity for students with a background of forced displacement to study at Kings College London. It provides financial and academic support for eligible students starting in the 2026/2027 academic year.

The scholarship supports asylum seekers, individuals with limited leave to remain due to an asylum claim, and those displaced by conflict, whether they are in the UK or overseas.

Read the full details of this program to see if you are eligible, understand what it offers, and learn how to apply.

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Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027 Summary

• Host Country: United Kingdom
• Study Abroad: Study in UK
• Host: King’s College London
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: All countries (based on displacement status)
• Reward: Full tuition fee waiver + up to £20,000 living stipend
• Deadline: 5 May 2026

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Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027 Details

The Sanctuary Scholarship provides financial and academic support for up to 11 students.

It covers Postgraduate Taught courses and King’s International Foundation Courses starting in September 2026. All eligible programmes must be in-person and one year long.

For 2026/27:

• Up to 4 King’s International Foundation scholarships are available for UK-based students.
• Up to 2 Postgraduate Taught scholarships are available for UK-based students.
• Up to 5 Postgraduate Taught scholarships are available for students currently displaced overseas.

One scholarship is reserved in memory of Dr Maisara Alrayyes.

Eligible courses:

• Overseas applicants: Postgraduate Taught (PGT) programmes only.
• UK-based applicants: Postgraduate Taught (PGT) programmes and King’s International Foundation courses.

Online courses and jointly offered postgraduate programmes are not eligible. Courses with compulsory work placements may not be suitable if a student’s immigration status does not permit employment.

Applications closes on Tuesday 5 May 2026 at 10:00 AM (UK time). Late applications will not be considered.

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Eligibility Requirements for the Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027

Applicants must:

• Be an asylum seeker or have limited leave to remain in the UK due to an asylum claim, or be at immediate risk from or displaced by existing or recent conflicts
• Have applied to an in-person, one-year programme at King’s starting in September 2026

For Overseas Applicants:

• Have applied to a one-year Postgraduate Taught course for 2026 entry
• Not hold a postgraduate degree from the UK or abroad
• Ensure the chosen course does not require work eligibility if immigration status prohibits employment

For UK-Based Applicants:

• Have applied to a one-year Postgraduate Taught course or King’s International Foundation course for 2026 entry
• Be unable to access Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans from Student Finance England, Wales, Northern Ireland, or SAAS
• Not hold a postgraduate degree from the UK or abroad
• Ensure the chosen course does not require work eligibility if immigration status prohibits employment

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Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027 Benefits

Recipients will receive:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Living cost stipend of up to £20,000 per year
• Additional support based on needs assessment

Individual allocations will be confirmed in writing to successful applicants.

Applicants receiving Home Office Asylum support or legal aid should consult their legal advisor before applying, as the stipend may affect existing support.

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Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027 Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

• Proof of immigration status (passport, visa, asylum registration card, biometric ID, or UKVI correspondence)
• UKVI Consent Form (if applicable)
• Evidence of displacement (such as reports or official correspondence)
• Additional supporting evidence where relevant (for example, bank statements or proof of conflict displacement)

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How to Apply for the Kings College London Sanctuary Scholarship 2026-2027

1. Apply for an eligible in-person, one-year programme at King’s College London for September 2026 entry. Check here.
2. Complete the Sanctuary Scholarship 2026/2027 application form.
3. Send all required supporting documents via email as instructed.
4. Submit your application before the deadline.

Successful applicants must accept their scholarship offer within 10 days. Decisions will be communicated by email on Monday 6 July 2026.

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Deadline

5 May 2026

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