The deadline for this scholarship has now closed.

Cranfield University is committed to enabling a more sustainable future for all, and as part of this we have partnered with Green Future Investments Limited to offer the Brian Meredith Net Zero Scholarships to students starting in October 2025. These £20,000 prestigious scholarships will be awarded to students based on their academic excellence, financial needs and their future potential to make a difference.

If you are an outstanding student with an equally outstanding passion for helping the world achieve net zero, Cranfield University and Green Future Investments are committed in offering you this unique opportunity as we strive to educate talented individuals for a longstanding career in sustainability.

Find out more about Brian Meredith

At a glance

  • Funding value£20,000 in total each.
  • Suitable for Applicants fromUK, Rest of world, EU
  • Deadline07 Apr 2025
  • Funding provider(s)Green Future Investments Ltd

What it covers

£20,000 in total for each scholarship.

For UK students and international students studying certain eligible courses, this covers the full tuition fee plus a stipend towards living expenses.

Who can apply

Full-time students studying on one of the eligible MSc courses listed below.

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject and provide a 200-500 word supporting statement on how they plan to make a positive difference to issues surrounding global climate change following their studies.

Scholarship students will be required to assist with activities to promote the awards and Cranfield’s work around sustainability and clean tech solutions, through blogs, social media and by providing testimonials.

If awarded this scholarship, the scholar will not be eligible for any other Cranfield scholarship which may have already been offered. 

Further information

Read former Brian Meredith scholar, Isabelle Biggs' blog 'From Design Thinking to Dyson' and discover where her scholarship and her degree has taken her.

How to apply

You must have an offer of admissions on one of the above listed MSc courses before applying for the scholarship.

To apply for one of our MSc courses, please complete the online application form.

Once you have your six-digit Cranfield application number use the link below to submit your scholarship application.

Apply now

 It is recommended that you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

  • Application deadline: The deadline for this scholarship has now closed
  • Applicant shortlisting and selection: 10 April – 29 May 2025
  • If interviews are required, these will completed by: 16 May 2025
  • Applicants notified of the final decision by: 30 May 2025