Lead the Planet’s Future with Reading’s Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship
About the Scholarship
The University of Reading has launched one of the UK’s most ambitious sustainability‑focused undergraduate scholarship schemes with up to 300 awards available in 2025 and growing to 400 annually from 2026 Each scholar receives £6 000 per year for maintenance and living expenses for up to four years of full‑time study Scholarships are open across all subjects to students passionate about climate action environmental change and sustainable development
Who Qualifies
Any UK or international fee‑paying student holding an offer to start an undergraduate course at Reading in the 2025/26 academic year is eligible Academic excellence is required, typically AAA at A‑level or equivalent though contextualised offers may accept AAB if candidates meet broader criteria Those receiving offers via Clearing or with updated exam results may still qualifyWhat You Gain
Scholarship recipients receive a generous £6 000 annually towards living costs and join a vibrant network of sustainability leaders They benefit from dedicated leadership training led by Henley Business School engage in interdisciplinary sustainability challenges and access career support internships mentorship and events such as the Reading Sustainability Summit and Green Festival↚
Why Reading Stands Out
The University of Reading was named The Times and The Sunday Times Sustainable University of the Year 2025 in recognition of its pioneering climate research and commitment to environmental leadership With this scholarship Reading aims to nurture the next generation of global sustainability innovators who bring positive impact across society and disciplinesSeize this moment to study at a university dedicated to sustainability impact and innovation Your journey toward becoming a global leader in sustainability begins with Reading’s Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship—designed for those who dream big and act boldly toward a better planet