The Sam Pegram Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity for one international student to pursue the LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice at the University of York. Delivered by York Law School and the Centre for Applied Human Rights, this scholarship supports students who are committed to humanitarian work, migration issues, and social justice.
Established in memory of Sam Pegram, a dedicated humanitarian who worked with NGOs in Jordan and later with the Norwegian Refugee Council. The scholarship aims to empower future leaders working to protect the rights of displaced and marginalized communities.
Key Details
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- University: University of York
- Programme: LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice
- Academic Year: 2026/27
- Study Level: Postgraduate taught
- Number of Scholarships: 1
- Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
Financial Benefits
The scholarship provides full funding, including:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Accommodation and living costs with a monthly stipend
- Travel and visa expenses
- Overseas placement (including field experience in South Africa)
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be an international student
- Hold an offer for the LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice at the University of York (full-time)
- Demonstrate limited financial resources and need for funding
- Show a strong commitment to human rights through academic, professional, or volunteer experience
- Have a clear interest in migration issues and a career supporting people on the move or facing social exclusion
- Present lived experience or direct engagement with human rights or migration-related challenges
For further details, please see the scholarship’s website.
