Amount
Full salary/stipend (varies by host university, typically £30,000–£45,000/year)
Country
United Kingdom
Level
Bachelor's
Deadline
TBD
About This Scholarship
Cara assists academics who are at risk in their home countries by providing PhD or Visiting Fellowship research placements in higher education and research institutions in the UK. To be considered for Cara’s support, you must submit an application detailing your current situation and proof of academic background. We advise applicants to read through our Support FAQs before submitting applications. All submissions must be made through the Cara Application Portal linked below. Can I be considered for Cara’s Fellowship Programme? In order to be considered for Cara’s support, you must fall under our risk criteria; have held a paid post as a lecturer and/or researcher in a higher education institution or equivalent for a minimum of 6 months; and have a minimum Master's degree or be able to show evidence of at least one publication in an internationally peer reviewed journal. All Cara support is contingent upon your competency in English. We accept applicants from any country and from any academic field. There is no deadline to apply as we accept applications on a rolling basis. Please note that we receive a high volume of applications for support, and therefore we are having to prioritise those who remain at immediate risk and have limited alternative options. Given the demand for our support, we are not able to respond to all applicants individually. If you have submitted your application before 31st of December 2023, and have not heard back from us since, please assume that we are unable to consider your application for our support. What type of support does Cara provide? We serve as a lifeline to academics at risk by providing temporary sanctuary, usually in the form of PhD or Visiting Fellowship research placements in higher education and research institutions, mainly in the UK. The hope is that our Fellows return home once the crisis abates, taking with them new skills and expanded networks that will help the future rebuilding of their homes and countries. Unfortuna
What it takes to get there
Student visa
- Proof of funds: £1,171 per month, for 9 months. (£1,529 per month in London.)official source
This award does not say it covers living costs, so plan to show this amount yourself. The official page says a scholarship or sponsor letter can count as proof.
- Application fee: £558.official source
- Health surcharge: £776 per year of the visa.official source
- Usual decision time: about 3 weeks.official source
- From Gaza: the government says it will seek to help eligible students leave if the scholarship covers both course fees and living costs, and that the journey out cannot be guaranteed. This award does not say it covers living costs, so it may not qualify for this support.official source
- A post-study work visa exists for graduates.official source
Checked on the official pages on 2026-09-27. Rules change; confirm on the official page before you pay or book.
Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Get Support?
Cara assists academics who are at risk in their home countries by providing PhD or Visiting Fellowship research placements in higher education and research institutions in the UK. To be considered for Cara’s support, you must submit an application detailing your current situation and proof of academic background. We advise applicants to read through our Support FAQs before submitting applications. All submissions must be made through the Cara Application Portal linked below. Can I be considered for Cara’s Fellowship Programme? In order to be considered for Cara’s support, you must fall under our risk criteria; have held a paid post as a lecturer and/or researcher in a higher education institution or equivalent for a minimum of 6 months; and have a minimum Master's degree or be able to show evidence of at least one publication in an internationally peer reviewed journal. All Cara support is contingent upon your competency in English. We accept applicants from any country and from any academic field. There is no deadline to apply as we accept applications on a rolling basis. Please note that we receive a high volume of applications for support, and therefore we are having to prioritise those who remain at immediate risk and have limited alternative options. Given the demand for our support, we are not able to respond to all applicants individually. If you have submitted your application before 31st of December 2023, and have not heard back from us since, please assume that we are unable to consider your application for our support. What type of support does Cara provide? We serve as a lifeline to academics at risk by providing temporary sanctuary, usually in the form of PhD or Visiting Fellowship research placements in higher education and research institutions, mainly in the UK. The hope is that our Fellows return home once the crisis abates, taking with them new skills and expanded networks that will help the future rebuilding of their homes and countries. Unfortuna
Who can apply for the Get Support?
Students pursuing Bachelor's degrees can apply. International students are eligible.
What is the application deadline?
Please check the official scholarship website for current application deadlines.
How much funding does this scholarship provide?
The Get Support provides Full salary/stipend (varies by host university, typically £30,000–£45,000/year) in funding.
What are the requirements?
Requirements vary. Please check the official scholarship website for detailed eligibility criteria.
How competitive is this scholarship?
The Get Support has an acceptance rate of approximately 23.369999999999997%. This scholarship has moderate competition.
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