Alumni Awards 2026

This award identifies a graduate aged 29 or under, who has demonstrated excellence in their field considered above and beyond expectation.

This award recognises a graduate and member of staff who has demonstrated exceptional achievement in research and academia. Through outstanding research performance and recognised academic excellence, they have advanced knowledge in their field, inspired others, and brought distinction to their university on a national or global stage.

This award recognises a graduate who has achieved outstanding success in the creative industries, including the arts and cultural sectors, Through their work as a creator, innovator, or leader, they have inspired others and brought pride to the university community on a national or global stage.

This award recognises a graduate who has demonstrated outstanding leadership within their industry. Through professional excellence and significant contributions to their field, they have driven progress and inspired others at a national or global level.

This award honours an outstanding graduate who has made a significant and lasting contribution to society. Through their work, they have improved lives, empowered communities, and driven meaningful change at a local, national or global level.

This award recognises a graduate who has made an outstanding contribution to climate action and environmental sustainability. Through their work, they have advanced sustainable practices, addressed environmental challenges, or contributed to solutions such as green technologies or circular economy approaches, helping to protect and sustain the natural environment.

This prestigious award recognises the outstanding lifetime accomplishments of a graduate for their ongoing and significant contribution to their profession or society since graduating. Candidates must be aged 40 years or older to be nominated for this award. Please note, if you have won this award previously, you are not eligible to be nominated again.