University of Reading Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship

• The University of Reading is known for its world-class research on climate change and its impacts on the environment and society.

Scholarship Overview

• The Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program that focuses on creating a community of future global sustainability leaders.
• This scholarship aims to help build the capabilities of individuals from all backgrounds and academic specializations to become the global sustainability leaders of the future. It seeks to empower them to bring their skills and passion to address climate and nature issues that will likely shape humanity and the future of the planet over the next century and beyond. 

Host School(s)

• University of Reading, UK.

Fields of Study

• Any undergraduate program at the University of Reading. 

What does the scholarship cover?

• £6,000 a year, for up to four years of full-time study.
• This amount also covers maintenance and living costs.

NOTE:

• The scholarship amount is to be paid in two installments of £3000 each. The first instalment is paid within 30 days of the commencement of Semester 1, and the second within 30 days of the commencement of Semester 2 in each academic year.

How many scholarships are given?

• 300 scholarships

Which countries are targeted?

• UK and international students. 

Am I Eligible to Apply?

To qualify for this scholarship, you must:

• be a UK or international fee-paying student;
• be holding an offer for a University of Reading undergraduate program in 2025/26;
• have achieved grades AAA or above in your A levels (or equivalent qualification) or AAB for students eligible for a contextualized offer;
• have completed the scholarship application process for this scheme;
• not have previously received a University of Reading Excellence Scholarship, a University of Reading Sanctuary Scholarship, or a PwC Flying Start Bursary.

How Do I Apply – Next Steps

• Your eligibility for a scholarship is automatically assessed during the application process for an undergraduate program. 
• If you meet the application eligibility criteria, you will be invited to apply for a scholarship using the University’s electronic application form. 
• Next, apply for the scholarship using the form provided. You will be required to answer questions indicating your commitment to global sustainability and addressing climate and nature issues. 
• After this, you will either receive a conditional offer of the scholarship with the academic requirements that you must fulfill, a firm offer of the scholarship, or a notification that your application has been unsuccessful. 

NOTE: 

• This scholarship is only payable to registered students of the University

Closing Date

• 3 September, 2025

How Do I Get More Information?

• Website: University of Reading Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship