British Council Invites Applications for Study UK Alumni Awards 2027 Celebrating UK Alumni Achievements

Dhaka : The British Council, UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, is inviting applications for the Thirteenth edition of its prestigious Study UK Alumni Awards. The awards celebrate leaders who have used their UK education to make a significant contribution to their communities, industries and countries.
The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate outstanding achievements and impact across four categories: Science and Sustainability; Culture, Creativity and Sport; Social Action; and Business and Innovation. Eligible applicants can compete at both the National and Global levels. The four global winners are chosen from the 28 global finalists by our judging panel members. Global Alumni Award winners will have the opportunity to raise their international profiles, expand professional networks, and enhance their careers through a dedicated networking visit to the UK. In addition, Bangladesh will host a national ceremony to honour its finalists.
The last date to submit applications is 15 October 2026. The winners of Bangladesh awards will be announced in January 2027 whereas, the Global winners will be announced in August 2027 and celebrated through a digital campaign highlighting their remarkable stories and successes.
Last year, the award received almost over 1,800 applications from international UK alumni nearly from 100 countries across the UK. The twelfth edition of the Study UK Alumni Awards was a resounding success, with the national ceremony held in Dhaka in December 2025 to celebrate winners and finalists from diverse fields and countries. Building on this momentum, the British Council now invites applications for the 13th edition, continuing its mission to honour alumni who are shaping industries, driving innovation, and making a lasting impact on societies worldwide.
Speaking about the Alumni Awards 2027, Maarya Rehman, Deputy Director, British Council said “The Study UK Alumni Awards celebrate the remarkable ways in which UK alumni are turning their knowledge, skills and experiences into meaningful contributions to their communities, industries and wider society. We have seen through our alumni community in Bangladesh how diverse and inspiring these journeys can be, from advancing science and innovation to driving social change and creative enterprise. I encourage eligible UK alumni to take this opportunity to share their stories, celebrate their achievements and join a global community of changemakers. The Awards are not only a recognition of what alumni have accomplished, but also a platform to amplify their impact and connect them with new opportunities and networks.”
For comprehensive details on how to apply, categories, application process and eligibility criteria, please visit https://www.britishcouncil.org.bd/en/study-uk/alumni-awards-2027

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