Vice Chancellor's Global Graduate Prize
This prize, supported by the Vice–Chancellor, recognises an individual student for their global graduate attributes and is open to students on all three campuses - UK, China and Malaysia.
Why does the Vice–Chancellor sponsor this prize?
By the time you graduate, we hope that our academic and extracurricular opportunities will have allowed you to grow professionally, to develop as a person and to formulate exciting plans for the future. Everyone’s journey is different and we’re proud of how our students mature and broaden their horizons.
You will leave us not just with an internationally–recognised degree but with a critical way of thinking and the ability to work independently. Although you might not have all the answers, you’ll have the skills and aptitude to tackle any questions - qualities that will help you succeed in whatever you choose to do.
What are we looking for in your application?
We are looking for evidence that you can demonstrate a range of ‘Global Graduate Attributes’, that not only reflect your education at Nottingham, but will prepare you effectively for the globalised world of work and for continuous personal and professional development.
Your application should include evidence that you can demonstrate any of the following attributes:
- The acquisition of a broader international perspective.
- A good understanding of a diverse and global society.
- Communication with others across cultures.
- Developing cross–cultural and intercultural awareness through a range of activities.
- An understanding of what it means to be a global citizen.
Have a look at the 2017/2018 winner to get inspiration for your application. Falonnie Chin Pei Lin, 3rd year Finance, Accounting and Management student from the Malaysia Campus.
Am I eligible to apply?
This prize is available to students at all campuses at the University in the UK, China and Malaysia. Only one winner will be chosen.
Interviews will be held Tuesday, 17 March 2020, please ensure your are free on that date before applying. Please refer to the key dates below.
How do I apply?
- Applications open: Monday, 3 February 2020
- Deadline for applications: Saturday, 29 February 2020 before 10 am (UK time)
- Video conference interviews will be held: Tuesday, 17 March 2020 at 17:00 @ EA53
Apply here.
What is the prize?
The prize for the Global Graduate prize is £300 to be used towards travel.
The 2019/2020 finalist from the Malaysia Campus
Namita Suberi, Student of BA (Hons) English Language and Literature, Year 3
"University of Nottingham has provided me with a fresh start as well as an opportunity to broaden my perspectives. It has been a safe environment for me to experiment with my ideas without hesitation, which has prepared me to develop myself in academia. The NAA modules, especially, have helped me into reflecting upon my strength and weaknesses, allowing me to improve on the areas that I lacked while teaching me to emphasize and utilise my strengths. I would have never discovered this if not for the opportunity and platform provided by the classes and the NAA modules which facilitated my interaction with people from different culture and background. Overall, I am honoured to say that the learning journey has been very memorable and fulfilling. And I would urge future students to utilise the abundance of knowledge at your disposition and revel in it."
Ooi Sze Min, Student of Nutrition, Year 3
"As I progressed into undergraduate studies from foundation year, I knew just being excellent in academics is not enough to bring me far in future career prospects. When I discovered that NAA is available in University of Nottingham Malaysia, I seized the chance to be a part of this learning journey. The NAA modules have provided me a platform to enhance my communication skills, build my intercultural awareness, and challenge me to constantly reflect on myself, allowing me to identify my strengths and weaknesses. Upon completion of the NAA programme, I am proud to say that I definitely know myself better and have stronger confidence in keep improving myself after graduation. If you think you are ready to become a better person than you were yesterday, then I strongly encourage you to grab this opportunity. You will not regret it."