Oxford Graduate Horizons Online Program for Displaced People 2027-2028

Are you willing to pursue a master’s degree at the University of Oxford or other prestigious institutions worldwide for the 2027-2028 academic year? Do you seek personalized mentorship to guide you through the application process for graduate programs and scholarships? If you have been affected by displacement, such as being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person (IDP), or stateless, Graduate Horizons offers a unique opportunity tailored just for you.

Graduate Horizons is a global application support program launched by Oxford’s Refugee-Led Research Hub (RLRH) for prospective students impacted by displacement. This program aims to assist students who have completed or are nearing the completion of their bachelor’s degree and are preparing to apply for master’s programs starting in late 2027. Selected participants will receive 1:1 mentorship from current graduate students or Oxford alums, who will guide course selection, application processes, and scholarship opportunities.

Participants in the Graduate Horizons program will also benefit from the workshop series designed to enhance their application materials. These workshops, scheduled from November 2026 to April 2027, will cover topics like selecting the right university and degree, crafting compelling personal statements, and preparing CVs and other required documents. Additionally, information sessions will provide further insights into the program and available support.

Individuals with a displaced background who are NOT African are also invited to apply to Horizons. The RLRH team will provide support to apply to a smaller selection of degrees and scholarships available at a range of universities. As you move through the application form, you’ll be directed to fill in relevant sections.

Information Session

Interested in joining Graduate Horizons? Attend an information session to learn about the support available through the program. RLRH colleagues will discuss application materials and program benefits and answer your questions. Register for a session that fits your schedule:

• Session 1: 8th October (Thursday), 10 am BST. Register here
• Session 2: 15th October (Thursday), 1 pm BST. Register here
• Session 3: 22nd October (Thursday ) 3 pm BST. Register here

If you can’t attend live, email [email protected] to receive a recording.

We encourage applications from under-represented groups, including LGBTQ+, gender non-conforming, women, and disabled candidates. If you have any doubts or questions, please get in touch.

You must submit these required materials

Completed online application form

Proof of BA degree and transcripts

Personal statement

CV

Any additional materials specified in the application form

Selection Process

Below are the highlights of the selection process

Submission of the completed application form by the deadline.

Evaluation of applications based on eligibility criteria and the strength of application materials

Notification of results to all applicants

Matching selected participants with mentors for 1:1 support.

Provide comprehensive information packets to all applicants, regardless of the election outcome.

What are the eligibility criteria for applying for the Oxford Graduate Horizons Online Program?

Applicants must identify as having been affected by forced displacement (e.g., refugee, asylum seeker, IDP, stateless person)

Must have completed a BA degree with a strong result (usually equivalent to at least a 2:1 or a 3.5+ GPA)

Ability to conduct research in English

Plan to apply for a graduate program beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.

Complete all parts of the application form, adhering to the provided instructions.

You will benefit from the Oxford Graduate Horizons Online Program as follows

1:1 mentorship with a current graduate student or alumni of Oxford

Guidance on graduate courses and application processes

Assistance with scholarship application processes

Feedback on documents for graduate degree and scholarship applications

Participation in workshops covering university selection, personal statement writing, CV drafting, and more

Access to information sessions about programs and fully-funded scholarships

This mentorship programme is for Master’s degrees starting in 2027 at universities including:

University of Oxford — United Kingdom

University of Cambridge — United Kingdom

Sciences Po — France

University of California, Berkeley — United States

Carnegie Mellon University Africa — Rwanda

University of Global Health Equity — Rwanda

Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique — Morocco

African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) — South Africa

American University in Cairo — Egypt

American University of Beirut — Lebanon

Fill out the application form available on the RLRH website.

Ensure all required documents are prepared and attached to the application.

Submit the completed application before the deadline

Register for one of the information sessions to learn more about the program and get answers to any questions.

For any queries or to request a recording of the information session, email [email protected].

Further details and information about the Oxford Graduate Horizons Online Program are available on the Oxford RLRH website.

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