Delivering a sustainable future means action, not words. That’s why we’re investing in people like you – future leaders of a sustainable world.
We’re awarding 400 Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarships to high-achieving students passionate about sustainability. Get tailored sustainability leadership training (in addition to your undergraduate degree) and £6,000 a year to support your living expenses as you learn.
It is really simple to apply for the Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship, but you need an undergraduate course offer first. Here's how to apply:
1. Find your undergraduate course and apply to the University of Reading.
2. Be predicted (or have already achieved) AAA at A level (AAB for contextual offers) or an equivalent qualification.
3. We will invite you to apply for the scholarship once we receive your UCAS application.
4. Complete the scholarship application, showing your commitment to a sustainable future.
5. If successful, you will receive an email confirming you have been offered the scholarship.
6. Firmly accept both your course offer and scholarship offer at the University of Reading.
7. Meet your grades and enrol.
8. Start your journey to become a sustainability leader.
Scholarship applications are considered in three rounds, with deadlines in March, June and September. Therefore, you can still apply if you get higher grades than predicted or you apply to Reading through Clearing.
We're a research-intensive university and home to the triple-accredited Henley Business School. We work with governments, international agencies, businesses and charities to tackle global challenges.
But our main focus is you – with courses designed to develop the transferable skills employers are looking for and prepare you for what comes next.
Whatever your background or subject of interest, if you share our passion for environmental sustainability, we want to enable you to lead positive change and help build a sustainable future.
This isn't just about the money – you’ll be able to build relevant networks, connect with experts across a broad range of industries and sectors, and benefit from careers support to enhance your employability.
Demand for green skills is expected to double by 2050 (LinkedIn Global Green Skills Report 2024). Environmental stewardship has entered the list of top 10 fastest growing skills for the first time (World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025), with climate trends expected to drive an increased focus on this skill.
With our Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship, you can:
The University of Reading is renowned for world-class research in climate change and its impact on the environment and society.
Whatever your background or subject of interest, if you share our passion for environmental sustainability, we want to enable you to lead positive change and help build a sustainable future.
Find out more about the University of Reading’s commitment to a sustainable future.
We are in the process of finalising our postgraduate taught courses for 2027/28 entry. In the meantime, you can view our 2026/27 courses.
