Youth Competition Announcement - UK Junior Water Prize (UKJWP) 🎉
What is the competition?
This competition challenges secondary school students aged 15-18 across the UK to submit a scientific research project that addresses a water-related issue. It's a fantastic opportunity for young people in STEM to tackle one of the world’s most urgent challenges: the global water crisis.
Who's running it?🏃♀️
Organised by Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) in partnership with Arup and Jacobs.
What can the students win?🏆
The winning UK entry will represent the nation at the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize in Sweden, with:
An all-expenses paid trip to World Water Week
A chance to win the grand prize of US$15,000
International recognition on a global stage alongside entries from 40 other countries.
Who can apply?📃
Applicants must be:
Aged 15–18
Based in the UK
In secondary education when the project was completed
Working individually or in a team of up to two co-applicants
Key dates🗓️
Deadline Tuesday 05 May (9:00am)
Jury interviews Week of 25 May, location TBC*
Winner notified 29 May
Winner announced 09 June at the Flood & Coast conference in Liverpool
International final 22–27 August*
*Applicants must be available on these dates (support will be provided to minimise clashes with exams).
Project journey🚣♀️
Choose a research topic
Develop a clear hypothesis
Conduct experiments and analysis
Submit a research paper (max. 20 pages) and summary (max. 200 words)
Shortlisted candidates will present their work to an expert jury, while the winner will go on to create a digital poster and one-minute video pitch for the international competition.
What participants gain💪
Experience
UK winner: fully funded trip to Stockholm for World Water Week
Shortlisted entrants: present to senior environmental professionals
Expert feedback from leading industry judges
Networking with peers and professionals
Invitation to attend Flood & Coast in Liverpool
Exposure
Represent the UK internationally
Feature interview in The Environment magazine
Please get in touch with awards@ciwem.org if you would like to learn more about the competition.
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