Africa Pitch My Dissertation Competition

'Inspiring tomorrow's innovation leaders'

Africa Pitch My Dissertation Competition

'Inspiring tomorrow's innovation leaders'

About Pitch My Dissertation (Africa)

We are starting a revolution to catalyse research and enterprise by inspiring students to produce impactful dissertations. Unleash your potential, unlock new opportunities and contribute to the AU 2063 Agenda.

 

What we’re looking for:

We’re keen to see entries that demonstrate originality, creativity, relevance, practicality and measurability.

A well-developed concept should:

 improve access and quality
 be innovative and bold
 be relevant, applicable and with a high potential for impact.

A well-developed entry should satisfy the following criteria:

 make explicit link to one or more Sustainable Development Goals
 clear social impact/benefit
 be sustainable
 involve youth co-creation or community engagement
 have the potential for commercialisation
 have measurable output.

How to enter​

1. Complete and submit your final year Bachelor’s or Master’s dissertation
2. Submit your entry by completing the application form or uploading a short 60-second video. Entries will be shortlisted by a panel of experts. Read our terms and conditions and eligibility requirements.
3. Prepare your 5-minute pitch, if shortlisted for the Pitch Day
5. PMD Competition.

How to enter

1. Complete and submit your final year Bachelor’s or Master’s dissertation
2. Submit your entry by completing the application form or uploading a short 60-second video. Entries will be shortlisted by a panel of experts. Read our terms and conditions and eligibility requirements.
3. Prepare your 5-minute pitch, if shortlisted for the Pitch Day
4. PMD Competition.

Judging panel

Shortlisted finalists and winners are assessed by an independent panel of judges. They consist of international experts and seasoned professionals in education, employability, and enterprise from private and public sectors. Find out more about their work below. If you’re interested in becoming a judge, please email pmd@thestudentcoach.co.uk.

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