The Sanctuary Award 2025 at Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK, offers fully funded scholarships to individuals seeking asylum, refugees, and those with humanitarian protection status. This award is part of the university’s commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for displaced individuals who face barriers to accessing higher education in the UK.
What is Covered?
The Sanctuary Award provides a comprehensive support package to help recipients pursue their academic goals at all levels: Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD.
| Benefit | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | Full tuition fee waiver |
| Travel & Meal Costs | Financial support to cover transportation and food |
| Mentorship | Academic and personal mentorship support |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Sanctuary Award, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Be an asylum seeker or a dependent of an asylum seeker in the UK
- Be granted Discretionary Leave to Remain or Humanitarian Protection status
- Hold Refugee status
- Reside within a commutable distance to Cardiff Metropolitan University
- Be self-sufficient for living costs (the award does not cover maintenance or accommodation)
Make sure your residency and immigration documents are valid and ready for submission.
How to Apply
Step-by-Step Process:
- Apply for Admission
First, submit your academic application to Cardiff Metropolitan University for a program of your choice.
Visit: https://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk - Prepare Documents
Collect the following materials:- Completed Sanctuary Award Online Application Form
- A copy of your admission offer letter
- Proof of your immigration status (e.g., Home Office letter, BRP)
- Submit Scholarship Application
- Visit the Sanctuary Award page on Cardiff Met’s official website
- Upload your completed form and required documents via the portal
Note: The scholarship application is separate from your university admission application.
Required Documents
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Available on the official Sanctuary Award webpage |
| Offer Letter | From Cardiff Metropolitan University |
| Immigration Status Evidence | Proof of asylum, refugee status, or discretionary leave |
Application Deadlines
There is no fixed deadline for the Sanctuary Award itself, but applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, ideally before the academic program deadlines. Below are the key admission deadlines for 2025:
Bachelor’s Degree Programs
| Intake Type | Deadline |
|---|---|
| September Intake | January 29, 2025 |
| UCAS Extra Deadline | July 4, 2025 |
| Clearing Deadline | October 20, 2025 |
Master’s Degree Programs
| Intake Type | Deadline |
|---|---|
| January Intake | November 29, 2024 |
| May Intake | April 11, 2025 |
| September Intake | July 25, 2025 |
PhD Programs
Deadlines for PhD programs vary by department/project. Applicants should contact the relevant department or admissions office for specific timelines.
Learn More and Apply
For full details on the scholarship and university admissions:
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To apply directly to the university and for the Sanctuary Award, use the official application portal below:
Official Apply Portal