Celebrating the achievements of alumni in Hong Kong
When outstanding individuals receive a world-class education in the UK, the effects can last a lifetime. The Study UK Alumni Awards shine a light on the impact that international alumni of UK higher education institutions are making in their chosen fields, and how this was sparked by their studies in the UK.
The British Council has launched the twelfth year of a prestigious award celebrating the outstanding achievements of the UK’s international alumni around the world.
The Study UK Alumni Awards are open to alumni living anywhere outside of the UK. 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. The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate and showcase the impact and value of a UK higher education and raise the international profile of UK alumni and their former universities.
The awards are open to international alumni currently residing in any country outside the UK, who have within the last 15 years (i.e. 2010 - 2025), enrolled at an officially recognised body or received a recognised award from a UK higher education institution, at degree level or above (degree level is defined as band 9 and above on the UK ENIC band framework), either at a UK university in the UK, for a minimum of one term or semester, OR awarded a full UK degree level qualification (or higher), awarded by a recognised UK HEI, in their home country (Transnational Education - TNE/long distance).
There are four award categories:
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, but are not limited to: entrepreneurship, business, technology and finance.
Culture, Creativity and Sport Award
Recognising alumni who have carved a career for themselves in arts, culture and sport. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate their artistic ingenuity, influence and creativity.
- Areas of work could include, but are not limited to: arts, design, humanities, traditional media, music, video, TV, sports and online content and audiovisual media creation (e.g blogging, vlogging including for YouTube and social media).
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, but are not limited to: climate action, clean energy, medicine, sustainable cities and communities, engineering, industry and construction.
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, but are not limited to: education, peace and justice and reducing inequality, poverty and hunger and broader humanitarian work or work for social good.
Have you studied in the UK and gone on to achieve exceptional success? If so, apply for one of the Awards. Applications open from 1 September 2025!
Timeline
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1 September 2025 |
Applications open |
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16 October 2025 |
Applications close at 17.00 UK (BST) |
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October - November 2025 |
Shortlisting of applications |
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December 2025 - March 2026 |
Announcement of national finalists |
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1 March 2026 [country specific date] |
[Country name] national-level winners announced |
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July - August 2026 |
Global finalists announcement and digital celebration |
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August 2026 |
Global Alumni Awards winners announced |
Applications open on 1 September 2025 and close on 16 October 2025. Finalists and winners from countries hosting national awards, and all eligible applicants from countries not hosting national awards will be put forward for the global Alumni Awards.
For Hong Kong, we will partner with the London Ball Foundation to host the Study UK Alumni Award Ceremony in Spring 2026. This event aims to celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of UK alumni within our community. The award ceremony will not only honour individual accomplishments but will also serve as a platform to strengthen the connections within our alumni network.
The finalists and winners of the global Alumni Awards will be announced in 2026 and celebrated in a digital campaign that will raise the profile of their story and success. Winners of the global awards will be celebrated on a global scale and invited to the UK to re-connect with their universities, meet with the Study UK stakeholders and to support the ongoing development of their careers.
About the London Ball Foundation:
The London Ball Foundation is a charitable organisation committed to strengthening cultural and educational ties between Hong Kong and the United Kingdom. Through flagship initiatives such as My Dream program, which empowers young people to pursue their aspirations, and the biennial Education Summit, which fosters dialogue on global trends for universities, the London Ball Foundation champions opportunities for growth and exchange.
As a proud partner of the Study UK Alumni Awards in Hong Kong, the London Ball Foundation shares the mission of celebrating the achievements of UK alumni who are making a positive impact in their professions and communities. The 2026 Alumni Awards will be presented at the prestigious London Ball Gala in Spring 2026 bringing together leaders, innovators, and changemakers to honour excellence and inspire future generations.
More about London Ball: londonball.org