Who can apply

• Student housing investors, developers, and operators
• Policy makers – government, city, departments
• Higher education institutions
• Student organisations, foundations, NGO’s
• Service providers

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• How has this initiative been able to create affordability?
• What has the impact been so far? Please provide quantitative/qualitative data to support this answer.
• How can this initiative become scalable?

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Operators, investors, and developers
• Architects and design firms

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• How is this development mixed-use, which blend(s) does it incorporate? It can relate to your offerings, tenants, and/or services.
• Why was mixed-use considered and what are the benefits of mixed use in terms of business plan & operational performance?
• What are the social value creators of this property? If possible, please provide qualitative and quantitative performance indicators.

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Shared living operators (incl. student housing & coliving)
• Higher education institutions
• Student-led unions and organisations

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• What is your organisation’s approach to improving and addressing the mental health and wellbeing of residents?
• To what extent has the initiative been developed with resident input and involved them in its implementation?

• Are residents satisfied with the programme? Please provide qualitative and/or quantitative evidence.

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Any organisation working within student housing i.e., operators, developers, investors, service providers, government, higher education.

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• How is the talent a change-initiator within or for their organisation and beyond?
• Which ideas/processes has the talent put forward for the improvement of their organisation and/or the industry?
• What positive impact has the talent had on their project or team? Please provide evidence supported by qualitative or quantitative data.

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

The property needs to have opened between November 2023-2024.

• Student housing investors, developers, and operators
• Architects & design firms

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• How has innovation and sustainability been incorporated throughout the entire development i.e, design, construction, and operation?
• How has environmental and social sustainability been incorporated?
• What makes this property a trend-setter for the industry? What can others learn from the property?

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Student housing investors, developers, and operators
• Higher education institutions with on-campus accommodation
• Architects and design firms

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• Can you describe the brand and property’s strategy and philosophy?
• What makes this property unique and innovative? This can relate to design, community-building, sustainability, diverse services/offerings etc.
• How satisfied are students with the property? If possible, please provide evidence of resident satisfaction, supported by qualitative and quantitative data.

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Student housing operators

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• What are the identified needs and wants of the residents and which initiatives have you adopted to specifically address/fulfil them?
• How does the layout and branding of the property contribute to social engagement amongst residents?
• How satisfied are student residents with your brand? Please provide evidence of resident satisfaction, supported by qualitative and quantitative data.

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Student housing investors, developers, and operators
• Architects & designers

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• What was the design thinking process for this property/area (i.e., philosophy & approach)?
• What impact has the design had on student residents? Please provide qualitative/quantitative data to support this answer.
• What are some of the lessons learned from this design?

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply?

• Student housing operators
• Service providers

Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• Which digital solution have you implemented and how has it positively impacted student living and/or learning?
• How does your solution support users in increased engagement, interaction, responsiveness and/or operational excellence?
• How effective has your solution been? Please provide qualitative and/or quantitative evidence to support your answer.

When applying, you will be allowed to upload a presentation to give the jury members a better impression through photos and videos.

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Who can apply

• Private and public/social investors
• Banks and Funds (Institutional, private, pension etc)
• Investors behind university halls/campus development  
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Application questions

To apply for this category, you will need to answer the below three questions. Each question will be evaluated based on a five-point scale and per answer there is a limit of 2000 characters.

• Investment Strategy and Philosophy: Describe the overarching strategy and philosophy guiding your investments in student housing. Explain how your investments align with principles of social impact, sustainability, placemaking, and/or community development.
• Originality and Innovation Investments: Highlight the unique aspects of your investment approach, including examples of your commitment to ESG, and diverse services or offerings that enhance the student living experience and contribute to the growth of the surrounding area.
• Impact Assessment: Provide evidence of the impact of your investments on student residents and the local community. Include qualitative and/or quantitative data showcasing resident satisfaction, community engagement, environmental sustainability metrics, economic growth indicators, and any other relevant measures of success.

Applicants are encouraged to supplement their responses with a presentation showcasing their investment portfolio, sustainable practices, community engagement efforts, and impact metrics through photos, videos, and other visual aids.