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New Postgraduate Bursary Launched to Support Welsh Students
April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026
We are delighted to announce a
new Postgraduate Bursary
for Welsh students, this National Scholarship Week. Funded by the Ashley Family Foundation, this new bursary will support students with a connection to Wales to study at CAT’s internationally recognised Graduate School of the Environment.
From September 2026, the bursary will help remove financial barriers to postgraduate study in sustainability, climate action, and environmental leadership.
What is the new CAT Postgraduate Bursary?
The new bursary will provide £9,000 in tuition costs to a new full time postgraduate student starting their studies at CAT in September 2026.
The funding is available to students enrolling on one of CAT’s Master’s degrees.
Who is eligible for the bursary?
The
bursary
is open to applicants who:
Are Welsh, or
Have lived and/or studied in Wales within the last five years, and
Are passionate about creating positive environmental and social change.
The aim is to support talented individuals who may otherwise be unable to access postgraduate education due to financial constraints.
Empowering the Next Generation of Welsh Changemakers
The new partnership between CAT and the Ashley Family Foundation reflects shared commitments to education, sustainability, and supporting opportunities for people across Wales, particularly those who may face obstacles in accessing postgraduate study.
The
bursary
is designed to unlock transformative opportunities for students who have the drive and potential to lead climate action in their communities and beyond and will help to widen participation in the environmental sector and increase representation of Welsh voices in climate action.
“
Financial barriers continue to prevent many talented individuals in Wales from accessing the specialist postgraduate education needed to help address the climate and nature crises. This bursary will give a full time student the chance to gain advanced knowledge, confidence, and skills at a critical time — and the ripple effects of their work will extend far beyond their own careers to communities and organisations in Wales.
” said Dr Adrian Watson, Head of the Graduate School of the Environment.
Graduates of CAT’s pioneering sustainability programmes frequently go on to careers in renewable energy, community climate action, sustainable architecture, environmental policy, ecological restoration, education, and starting their own enterprises. A significantly higher proportion of CAT graduates begin their own sustainability-focused organisations compared to sector averages, a testament to the practical, solutions‑driven nature of CAT’s teaching and environment.
A Partnership for Positive Change
This
dedicated bursary
is funded entirely by the Ashley Family Foundation, a UK‑registered charity committed to strengthening rural communities and supporting social and environmental wellbeing across the UK, with deep roots in Wales.
By investing in postgraduate environmental education, the Foundation is helping to nurture skilled, creative thinkers capable of developing innovative responses to the climate and nature emergencies, delivering lasting social, cultural, and environmental benefits for Wales.
Dr Adrian Watson added: “We are hugely grateful to the Ashley Family Foundation for recognising the transformative potential of environmental education. Their support will help ensure that more Welsh students can access the knowledge and tools needed to create meaningful change in their communities.”
How to Apply for the CAT Postgraduate Bursary
Students interested in applying can find full details about the bursary, eligibility criteria, and other funding opportunities by joining our upcoming Postgraduate Funding Webinar on 06 May.
Applications for the
Ashley Family Foundation bursary
, and other funding opportunities available to new students wanting to study sustainability at CAT, close on 10 June 2026.
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April 22, 2026
We are delighted to announce a
new Postgraduate Bursary
for Welsh students, this National Scholarship Week. Funded by the Ashley Family Foundation, this new bursary will support students with a connection to Wales to study at CAT’s internationally recognised Graduate School of the Environment.
From September 2026, the bursary will help remove financial barriers to postgraduate study in sustainability, climate action, and environmental leadership.
What is the new CAT Postgraduate Bursary?
The new bursary will provide £9,000 in tuition costs to a new full time postgraduate student starting their studies at CAT in September 2026.
The funding is available to students enrolling on one of CAT’s Master’s degrees.
Who is eligible for the bursary?
The
bursary
is open to applicants who:
Are Welsh, or
Have lived and/or studied in Wales within the last five years, and
Are passionate about creating positive environmental and social change.
The aim is to support talented individuals who may otherwise be unable to access postgraduate education due to financial constraints.
Empowering the Next Generation of Welsh Changemakers
The new partnership between CAT and the Ashley Family Foundation reflects shared commitments to education, sustainability, and supporting opportunities for people across Wales, particularly those who may face obstacles in accessing postgraduate study.
The
bursary
is designed to unlock transformative opportunities for students who have the drive and potential to lead climate action in their communities and beyond and will help to widen participation in the environmental sector and increase representation of Welsh voices in climate action.
“
Financial barriers continue to prevent many talented individuals in Wales from accessing the specialist postgraduate education needed to help address the climate and nature crises. This bursary will give a full time student the chance to gain advanced knowledge, confidence, and skills at a critical time — and the ripple effects of their work will extend far beyond their own careers to communities and organisations in Wales.
” said Dr Adrian Watson, Head of the Graduate School of the Environment.
Graduates of CAT’s pioneering sustainability programmes frequently go on to careers in renewable energy, community climate action, sustainable architecture, environmental policy, ecological restoration, education, and starting their own enterprises. A significantly higher proportion of CAT graduates begin their own sustainability-focused organisations compared to sector averages, a testament to the practical, solutions‑driven nature of CAT’s teaching and environment.
A Partnership for Positive Change
This
dedicated bursary
is funded entirely by the Ashley Family Foundation, a UK‑registered charity committed to strengthening rural communities and supporting social and environmental wellbeing across the UK, with deep roots in Wales.
By investing in postgraduate environmental education, the Foundation is helping to nurture skilled, creative thinkers capable of developing innovative responses to the climate and nature emergencies, delivering lasting social, cultural, and environmental benefits for Wales.
Dr Adrian Watson added: “We are hugely grateful to the Ashley Family Foundation for recognising the transformative potential of environmental education. Their support will help ensure that more Welsh students can access the knowledge and tools needed to create meaningful change in their communities.”
How to Apply for the CAT Postgraduate Bursary
Students interested in applying can find full details about the bursary, eligibility criteria, and other funding opportunities by joining our upcoming Postgraduate Funding Webinar on 06 May.
Applications for the
Ashley Family Foundation bursary
, and other funding opportunities available to new students wanting to study sustainability at CAT, close on 10 June 2026.
CONTACT US
Want to know more about studying at CAT? Get in touch with our Graduate School Admissions Team or sign up for our email newsletters.
Get in touch
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