Students in STEM, embark on the iAwards journey!
The iAwards is a future focused initiative that brings students alongside industry to celebrate innovation in technology. We are looking now for school students and undergraduates that are working on innovative technology projects to enter their innovations.
Student entry categories
Prep to Year 12 Student category
Register your innovation for the iAwards 2026 – Excellence in Innovation undertaken by a student or group of students who are studying in Primary or Secondary education (Prep to/including Year 12).
Undergraduate Tertiary Students category
Register your innovation for the iAwards 2026 – Excellence in Innovation undertaken by an undergraduate tertiary student or group of students enrolled with a registered tertiary institution.
Why you should enter:
- Showcase your innovation in up to three levels – state, national and international
- Receive valuable feedback during a robust judging process
- Attract the attention of the ICT and wider business industry, as well as government
- Compete in the National iAwards competition
- Gain recognition and media exposure
“Being part of a tech industry competition and connecting with some of the best in Australia…the opportunity doesn’t get any better.”
Jesse Waller, CEO and
co-founder of InnerSteps
iAwards Student Winner, 2024
"It was inspiring. The whole experience opened my eyes to what the industry is like...and the judges encouraged me to keep trying new things."
Stephanie Ku
TAPI, National iAwards Merit Recipient, 2025