British Council launches ‘Study UK Alumni Awards’ to celebrate international UK alumni achievements
These awards honour leaders who have leveraged their UK education to make significant contributions to their communities, industries, and countries.
The British Council is celebrating its thirteenth year of the Study UK Alumni Awards, honoring international achievements by UK alumni worldwide. These prestigious awards acknowledge leaders who have leveraged their UK education to make significant contributions in their respective fields. This year's categories are diverse, ranging from Business and Innovation, Culture, Creativity and Sport, Science and Sustainability, to Social Action. Applications for the awards are open from 1 September 2026, to 15 October 2026.
The finalists and winners of the global Alumni Awards will be revealed in 2027, celebrated through a digital campaign that will showcase their remarkable journeys and accomplishments. Global award winners are invited to visit the UK, re-connect with their universities, meet current GREAT scholars, and engage with fellow global winners. This unique opportunity not only enhances their international profiles and career prospects but also fosters meaningful connections within the academic realm.
In addition to the global awards, select countries will host national ceremonies. Finalists for these national awards will be announced between December 2026 and May 2027. National ceremonies are typically hosted by the British Ambassador or High Commissioner, with VIP guests attending, resulting in substantial press and PR coverage for the finalists.
Ghana has consistently participated in the Study UK Alumni Awards, celebrating exceptional UK alumni who have positively impacted their professions, communities, and beyond. In 2025, Ghanaian alumni King Adawu Wellington and Adaku Ufere-Awoonor were honored through the Awards. King was selected as a global finalist, while Adaku, who won the Science and Sustainability Award, became a global winner in her category.
Ghana also hosted the national Alumni Awards in 2026, recognizing 12 finalists across four categories: Business and Innovation, Culture, Creativity and Sport, Science and Sustainability, and Social Action. Four outstanding alumni emerged as national winners, representing the diverse contributions of UK alumni in Ghana.
The success of Ghana's finalists at the global level in 2026 also underscores the caliber and impact of UK alumni from Ghana. These achievements demonstrate the Study UK Alumni Awards' role in providing UK alumni with recognition for their work, sharing their stories with a wider audience, and showcasing the global impact of a UK education.
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