The Hackathon 2024 champion team posing with a trophy

Alongside our team champions, at this year’s Imperial Hackathon we’re excited to present nine award categories recognising excellence in innovation, impact and presentation.

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Overall awards

Overall awards

Gold: First place champions

The overall winners of the Hackathon are awarded the prestigious Imperial Hackathon trophy. Each team member will also receive: 

  • an Imperial Hackathon gold medal
  • a personal invitation to attend the Global Natural Science and Innovation Competition Finals at Imperial's South Kensington Campus in London
  • HK$8,000 towards travel expenses to London for you and an accompanying chaperone
  • letter of recommendation from Imperial and winner's certificate

Silver: Second place team

Our second place team receives the Imperial Hackathon second place trophy. Each team member will also receive: 

  • an Imperial Hackathon silver medal
  • an Amazon voucher worth HK$1,000
  • a letter of recommendation from Imperial and winner's certificate

Bronze: Third place team

The third placed team receives the Imperial Hackathon third place trophy. Each team member will also receive: 

  • an Imperial Hackathon bronze medal
  • an Amazon voucher worth HK$1,000
  • a letter of recommendation from Imperial and winner's certificate

Specialty awards

Best real-world impact award

For the solution with the greatest potential to make a tangible difference in society.

Best technical solution

Awarded for outstanding technical execution, engineering, or coding excellence.

Most innovative concept

For the boldest and most original idea that pushes boundaries and rethinks the norm.

Best presentation/pitch

Recognising clarity, storytelling, and the ability to inspire the judges.

Best startup star award

For the idea with the strongest business potential and scalability.

New for 2025

Community choice award

Voted by participants and audience members for their favourite team or project.

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How to apply

Follow our step-by-step guide to eligibility criteria, forming your team and how to pitch your ideas.

Key dates and deadlines

Whether you’re a newbie or experienced hacker, keep up to date with all the Hackathon deadlines.

FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions, plus contact details if you need more help.