Overview
The Impact Creator Award aims to identify and commend exceptional projects
that create an impact on students’ learning experience and/or campus
enhancement. This Award is designed to honour projects that exemplify
creativity and demonstrate problem-solving abilities that make meaningful
changes to the University!
Eligibility
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All graded individual or team projects from undergraduate courses of
Semester A or B in 2025/26 are eligible to be nominated.
- Each team project may comprise up to five members.
Selection Criteria
While acknowledging academic credit, this Award also prioritises the
following criteria:
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University-wide Impact (40%): The project has the potential to
improve the physical or social environment of the campus, addressing
issues such as sustainability, accessibility, or community building.
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Innovation and Creativity (20%): The project should demonstrate
originality and uniqueness.
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Impact on Student Learning Experience (20%): The project has the
potential to enhance the student learning experience, such as improving
access to resources, fostering collaboration, or enhancing engagement.
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Feasibility/Sustainability (20%): The project is realistic,
well-planned, and can be implemented within a given timeframe and
resources.
Priority will be given to projects that effectively address the following
pressing issues outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
- SDG3: Good health and well-being
- SDG7: Affordable and clean energy
- SDG9: Industry innovation and infrastructure
- SDG11: Sustainable cities and communities
- SDG12: Responsible consumption & production
- SDG13: Climate Action
Prize
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Each awardee from winning individual projects will receive a cash
voucher of HK$1,000. For team projects, each member of the winning teams
will receive a cash voucher of HK$500.
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Winning projects will be given priority for funding consideration under
the
Learning Experience Enhancement Initiatives
of the LEAD Scheme, providing students with opportunities to implement
their ideas on campus and realise them in practical and real-world
contexts.
Nomination Procedures
Nominations should be submitted through the Colleges and Schools. Students
interested in being nominated may contact their Course Teachers / Project
Supervisors.