Enhancing Education Opportunities in the UK

The UK has a long history of issuing student visas to people from a forced displacement background so they can come to the UK solely for the purpose of receiving a higher education.

However, accessing these opportunities can be difficult due to barriers such as securing proper documentation, evidence of funding and stringent language requirements.

Enhancing Education Opportunities - A UK study

UNHCR conducted a study in 2023 which explored the barriers faced by students and universities in ensuring that education is accessible to refugees coming to study in the UK. 

The findings unpack the challenges faced by students and institutions that may prevent refugees from accessing education pathways to the UK and provides recommendations for organisations, universities and the UK Government to overcome these.