Oxford Graduate Horizons Program Support for Displaced Students
Job Description
About the Graduate Horizons Program
The Graduate Horizons Program, organized by the Refugee-Led Research Hub (RLRH) at the University of Oxford, is a 5-month online mentorship and application support initiative for students affected by displacement, such as refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and stateless individuals.
Designed for those planning to start a Master’s degree in the 2026–2027 academic year, this program pairs participants with Oxford graduate students or alumni for 1:1 mentorship and provides specialized workshops to strengthen university and scholarship applications.
Program Overview and Key Facts
- Organizer: Refugee-Led Research Hub (RLRH), University of Oxford
- Funding Type: Mentorship and Application Support (non-monetary)
- Eligible Countries: All nationalities
- Eligible Gender: Male / Female
- Number of Opportunities: 80 spots for 1:1 mentorship + additional workshop participation
- Field of Study: Various fields, especially Social Sciences and Humanities
- Study Level: Master’s degree applicants
- Program Duration: 5 months (Sept 2024 – Feb 2025, with possible extended mentorship)
- Language: English
- Delivery Mode: Online
Key Dates and Deadlines
- Application Deadline: August 24, 2025 – 5:00 PM BST
- Information Sessions:
- Aug 6, 2025 – 1:00 PM BST
- Aug 14, 2025 – 10:00 AM BST
- Aug 21, 2025 – 1:00 PM BST
- Workshops: October – November 2025
Benefits of the Graduate Horizons Program
Participants will receive:
- 1:1 mentorship from current Oxford graduate students or alumni
- Guidance on course selection, application processes, and scholarship opportunities
- Feedback on application materials (personal statements, CVs, etc.)
- Access to workshops on university selection, personal statement writing, and CV building
- Information sessions about fully funded graduate scholarships
- Extended support for scholarship applications
Information Sessions
Interactive sessions will introduce the program, explain the application process, and answer questions. If you cannot attend live, recordings are available upon request at graduatehorizons@refugeeledresearch.org.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Have experienced forced displacement (refugee, asylum seeker, IDP, stateless)
- Hold a BA degree with strong academic results (2:1 UK equivalent or GPA 3.5+)
- Be proficient in English for research purposes
- Plan to apply for a graduate program beginning in 2026–2027
- Complete the application form in full by the deadline
Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- Proof of BA degree & academic transcripts
- Personal statement
- CV
- Additional materials as specified in the application form
Selection Process
- Submit the completed application by the deadline
- Applications are assessed based on eligibility and strength of materials
- Successful applicants are matched with mentors for 1:1 guidance
- All applicants, whether selected or not, receive an information packet
How to Apply
- Complete the online application on the RLRH website
- Attach all required documents
- Register for an information session to learn more
- Submit your application by August 24, 2025 – 5:00 PM BST
- For queries or to request a session recording, email graduatehorizons@refugeeledresearch.org
Apply Now: Visit the Graduate Horizons Program Official Page
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