Complementary education pathways are higher education opportunities through which refugees are admitted to a third country. Access of the refugees to these opportunities is based on their education and language skills as opposed to their protection needs. Education opportunities offered through such pathways should allow for a long-term solution through a regular migration system or asylum system in the new country instead of short-term study and scholarship programmes.
Education opportunities and scholarships are limited in nature and remain highly competitive. They often have strict requirements for acceptance based on an applicant’s educational background and linguistic skills. Not only do education pathways have competitive requirements, but they are often reserved for candidates within certain age ranges. In most countries, student visas are only provided for the students themselves, and dependent family members (including spouses and minor children) cannot be included.
It is important that you thoroughly examine the requirements of each scholarship, including the deadlines, before deciding to apply.
Opportunities are listed on the UNHCR Scholarship Opportunities for Refugees website. You must initiate the application process yourself.
If you are looking for education opportunities in Algeria, please consult Education Opportunities.