What Could You Win?
A full scholarship place on our Foundational Training Pathway (Levels 1–3) for one winner
This gives a student the opportunity to develop core improvisation-led communication, collaboration and confidence skills - this would take place at our London theatre spaces.
Innovator of the year
Celebrating innovator of the year in UK STEM.
Category: Personal Achievement & Potential
Are you the Innovator of the year?
We’re searching for students who are making a difference through creativity, curiosity, and real-world STEM impact. This award celebrates undergraduates who apply science and technology to solve problems through research, projects, entrepreneurship, or community work.
More than just an award, this is a platform to showcase your potential. You’ll gain recognition, connect with leading employers, and share your vision for the future of STEM.
To enter, you must be:
– Studying in the UK (school/college or university)
In partnership with:
The Free Association
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The Free Association is a London-based training company and the UK's leading improvised theatre and school. Based out of their Southwark theatre they specialise in experiential, improv-led learning that unlocks Curiosity, Collaboration and Creativity. For over a decade, we’ve equipped teams across some of the world’s most forward-thinking organisations with practical, repeatable tools to communicate clearly, listen actively and innovate together.
Our workshops create what we call an “Idea Friendly Environment” - a psychologically safe space where people feel heard, take smart risks, and build on each other’s ideas. It’s not about being funny or put on the spot; it’s about presence, empathy and responsive teamwork that translates directly to day-to-day work.
We work across multiple sectors including financial services, technology and engineering, and law, and as of 2025 have built our own purpose-built theatre and training venue in Southwark. Each year we train over 2,000+ students through our improv school, and through our Innovators of the Future initiative we extend these same skills to schools and young people-helping the next generation grow in confidence, communication, and creativity.
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Judging Process
Each student submission will be reviewed by a panel of industry experts and early career professionals.
Entries will be scored against key criteria: impact, innovation, inclusivity, and evidence of results. Finalists will be announced and invited to a celebration event, where the category winners will be revealed.
STEM students bring their curiosity, creativity, and lived experience to help assess which employers truly stand out to the next generation.
Student Voice
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Early careers professionals use their recruitment expertise and deep understanding of the STEM landscape to spot genuine innovation and impact.
Early Career Peers
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A powerhouse panel of respected STEM leaders brings strategic insight, sector knowledge, and a keen eye for excellence to the judging process.