SANCTUARY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR ASYLUM SEEKERS AND REFUGEES

The University Language Centre provides English language tuition, academic support and teacher training in the field of English for Speakers of Other Languages.

In support of UCC’s status as a University of Sanctuary, the Language Centre is offering four  free places on courses which will directly or indirectly have a positive impact on the educational or career prospects of asylum seekers and refugees living in the Cork area.

Scholarship: one year’s free tuition (Jan-August 2020 for first round). 

Each scholarship consists of 20 hours per week of English Language tuition, from January 13 to August 28, 2020.  Classes are held from 9.00 – 13.00, Monday to Friday. 

Students have full support and access to services within UCC, as a university student.

Applicants must complete an application form and then if shortlisted will be invited to an informal interview and English language assessment.

Applications 

Applications for the following courses are welcomed from asylum seekers and refugees whose status in Ireland has not been determined and who are not eligible for typical social welfare entitlements.

If you need any further information or have any questions, please contact a.carroll@ucc.ie  or finola.burke@ucc.ie 

Shortlisting Process 

5 shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview for each track (General and Academic). Interviews and assessments will take place on Saturday 14th December. 

We will be shortlisting based on the content and presentation of the written application. Reasonable errors will not be penalised and consideration will be given to the applicant’s stated level of English.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, which will be made relaxed and informal, with the intention of giving everyone the best chance to succeed. Candidates will be given a short language assessment at the same time.

Any unsuccessful candidates will eligible to apply in the next round of applications.