What is the 1in5 project?

The 1 in 5 project believes that if 1 in 5 undergraduate students conducting their final year piece focused it on environmental change, there would be a significant impact.

This is where you can come in.

We know you care but might feel powerless when thinking about how you can make an impact regarding climate change and biodiversity issues. The 1 in 5 project provides you with the opportunity to use your ongoing degree to make a difference!

Who can participate?

Anyone can participate- no matter what subject you are studying.

Currently, there are only example projects from a few different subjects. However, we are confident that students from any subject background can partake. If you get to choose the topic of your project and want ideas for where to start- check out our example projects page.

If your lecturers have a role in deciding the topic then ask them about 1 in 5, and if necessary direct them to this website.

What would I be doing?

There are many ways you can contribute- be it through a written dissertation, legal work or even a piece of music.

Whatever big project you have to complete in third year, regardless of the subject- all you need to do to participate in the 1 in 5 project is to make it environment related- this can include both climate change and biodiversity related topics.

So all you’re doing is completing you degree as normal, but with an environmental twist- simple!

Why do it?

We know that 84% of young people are worried about climate change, but the majority feel powerless [1].

Becoming a part of the 1 in 5 project gives you the opportunity to be part of a growing group of young people that want to make a change by turning their concerns into active contributions.

What will the impact be?

Increased climate issue awareness, knowledge and agency
Engaging in more difficult conversations about climate change
More likely to adopt environmentally friendly behaviours
Feeling of action and contribution
And many more…