The University of Aberdeen is fully committed to supporting Asylum Seekers and Refugees looking to study at the University.
At the University of Aberdeen we can offer you a range of support both during the application process and during your studies, such as:
- Support with careers advice and your application through Access Aberdeen, Articulate Aberdeen and Reach.
- Consideration under the University's Contextualised Admissions and Access Thresholds Policy
- Specific guidance on entrance requirements;
- Visits to our campus;
- Advice on financial support, including help with filling out applications for financial help. For more information check Finance and Funding page;
- A named contact for questions or worries you might have before and during your studies;
- A range of student support services available throughout your studies.
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The University offers a University's Rental Guarantor Scheme should students who are asylum seekers or refugees wish to rent from a private landlord.
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A student mentor from a similar background to your own
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The University is in the process of applying for University of Santuary status and as such is building a network with our local community as well as current students, former students and staff.
More information on support for asylum seekers and refugees can be found at the following websites: