Buckinghamshire New University (BNU) offers a Refugee Scholarship to help refugees and people with specific humanitarian immigration statuses study full-time undergraduate (and foundation) programmes. The scholarship is designed to remove financial barriers by covering tuition and providing living support while students enrol at BNU.
Who can apply? (Eligibility at a glance)
| Eligible status | Notes |
|---|---|
| Group 1, Group 2 refugees | As defined by the university’s refugee policy. |
| Humanitarian Protection / Leave to Remain / Stateless Leave | Applicants must hold one of these statuses. |
| Must not have access to student loan funding | Applicants should be without access to Student Loans. |
| Must hold a conditional or unconditional offer | You need an offer from BNU and be enrolling in a full-time undergraduate or foundation course. |
What the scholarship offers (Coverage)
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 100% tuition fees covered. |
| Living allowance | £2,600 money allowance. |
| Accommodation | Accommodation in University Halls of Residence (subject to availability/terms). |
| Other benefits | Free gym membership and access to the BNU New Usage scheme. |
Requirements & application documents
To apply for the Refugee Scholarship you will normally need to provide:
- Completed scholarship application form.
- Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or equivalent proof of immigration status.
- Share Code (to confirm immigration/status information) where applicable.
Important procedural note: Apply for admission to Buckinghamshire New University first, then submit the separate scholarship application (the scholarship requires an additional form and supporting documents submitted to the bursary office or Student Information Centre).
Deadline
There is no single scholarship deadline you should apply before the relevant BNU admissions deadline for your course. Key dates listed on the scholarship page include:
- UCAS Extra / Bachelor’s (example): July 4, 2025.
- Bachelor’s admissions deadline listed: January 29, 2026.
How to apply (quick steps)
- Apply for admission to your chosen full-time undergraduate/foundation course at BNU.
- Once you hold a conditional or unconditional offer, complete the Refugee Scholarship application form.
- Provide required evidence (BRP, share code, application form) and submit it to the bursary office email or deliver it to the Student Information Centre as instructed.