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What is The Inform Prize?​
Launched in 2014 and funded by Intelligent Plant to encourage students to think about how they might communicate their ideas and research findings to local employers, and promote interaction between industry and academia.
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Students are tasked with creating a digital solution to a real life problem. A panel of judges are presented with videos by the students which demonstrate their teams product in action.
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Teams also take part in a question and answer session before the judges go on to decide who the winners are.​
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Our core mission with The Inform Prize is to help computer science students develop essential workplace skills like teamwork, communication, and product marketing.
We also aim to connect students with industry professionals, fostering opportunities for employment and local economic growth. This interaction benefits both students, and businesses, encouraging talent to stay in the local area.
As The Inform Prize grows, so do the costs. To continue improving the event, we need businesss support. Sponsorship is the best way to help. We offer Silver, Gold and Platinum levels.
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Visibility: Your company will be featued in event promotions, reaching attendees and a wider audience through social media.
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Community Impact: Supporting local talent helps retain skilled graduates in Aberdeen, boosting local businesses and the economy.
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ESG Benefits: Sponsoring shows your commitment to the community, enhancing your company's image and boosting team morale.
Inform Prize 2024 - Aberdeen - Video Highlights
"The whole event was excellent. I was immediately struck by the ‘local derby’ energy in the room, with the two universities engaged in a bit of friendly competition. Meanwhile, the engagement with industry guests was brilliant to see, with local employers showing genuine interest in the students’ work, and the students doing a fantastic job of communicating their ideas.
I came away from the Inform Prize wondering why we don’t have something like this in Glasgow – or, indeed, across Scotland. If we could replicate the energy, enthusiasm, and engagement that Steve Aitken and the team have created in Aberdeen (complete with that ‘local derby rivalry!) we’d surely be on to a winner when it comes to promoting interaction between industry and academia, and seeding innovation in our tech sector as a result – not to mention developing a generation of computing professionals with the skills required to successfully pitch and develop their ideas."
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- Matthew Barr, Head of Section and Program Director, University of Glasgow
Discussing his experience of The Inform Prize
