

Earn an accredited Environmental Leadership qualification with VICTA.
If you’re ready to take control of your time, your goals, and your future, this programme is for you. Join us for six months to gain real-world skills in project management through a dynamic, hands-on experience. With a mix of in-person and virtual sessions, you’ll learn how to stay organised, manage deadlines, and lead successful group projects. You’ll get a define role and a chance to project manage, with opportunities to research, engage with different stakeholders, and learn more about different environmental organisations. All while building confidence and collaboration skills that will set you apart.
The programme includes two one-night residentials (locations TBC) which will bring the project to life, and give you the chance to explore new places and have fun with your coursemates.
Upon completion, you will earn an accredited Level 3 qualification in leading a project for positive change, and 8 UCAS points.
VICTA has teamed up with the Leadership Skills Foundation (LSF) to deliver their Environmental Leadership Programme. Developed by LSF alongside the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), the programme supports young adults like you to develop the skills they need to make positive change for the natural world.
Why apply?
- A great opportunity to meet other like-minded young people with a vision impairment
- Grow in confidence
- Increase your independence skills
- Improve your teamwork skills
- Instil life skills and reinforce independent travel
- Help create a project for positive change
- Stand out on your application for university or include on your CV
- Earn 8 UCAS points (A-level equivalent)
- Create exciting new memories
Who can apply?
Applicants must be:
- Registered or registrable as blind or partially sighted
- At least 18 years old on 1 October 2026
- Under 29 years old on 1 October 2026
- Able to take medication independently (if applicable)
- Able to communicate your needs independently
- Looking to take on a new challenge
- Able to commit yourself and your time to the programme



