The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of the alumni and showcase the impact of UK higher education. Award winners and finalists are leaders in their fields who have used their experience of studying at a UK university to make a positive contribution to their communities, industries and countries. 

Have you studied in the UK and have gone on to achieve exceptional success? If so, apply for one of the Awards. 

There are four award categories:

Science and Sustainability Award

Recognising alumni who have distinguished themselves through their career and achievements in the world of science and sustainability, and who can demonstrate the impact and scale of their achievements in their profession, and beyond. Areas of work could include: Climate action, clean energy, medicine, sustainable cities and communities, engineering, industry and construction. 

Culture and Creativity Award

Recognising alumni who have carved a career for themselves in arts and culture. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate their artistic ingenuity, influence and creativity. Areas of work could include: Arts, design, media, video, TV, music, sports, bloggers, vloggers, YouTubers and the humanities.

Social Action Award

Recognising alumni who have made an exceptional contribution and commitment to creating positive social change and improving the lives of others. Areas of work could include: Reducing inequality, poverty and hunger. Education and upskilling. Peace and justice.

Business and Innovation Award

Recognising alumni who are active in initiating and contributing to innovative or creative new ideas, solutions or business opportunities, that have the potential for growth. Areas of work could include: Entrepreneurship, business, technology.

What makes a great application? Find out our top tips on the Study UK Alumni Awards website. Some of the benefits of winning a prestigious Alumni Awards:

  • Raise your international profile through global press and digital coverage.
  • Build your professional networks and business connections
  • Win a professional networking visit to the UK

Timeline

1 September 2023 Applications open
22 October 2023 Applications close at 23.59 (GMT)
November 2023 Shortlisting of applications
December 2023 - January 2024 Announcement of finalists
March 2024 Sri Lanka - national-level winners announced

All eligible applicants will be put forward for the global Alumni Awards. The finalists and winners of the global Alumni Awards will be announced in 2023 and celebrated in a digital campaign that will raise the profile of their story and success. Award winners have the opportunity to raise their international profile, expand their professional networks, and to enhance their careers, through a professional networking visit to the UK.

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