This is your opportunity to contribute an innovative idea, or ideas, that could shape the future of the Libraries. We want to hear from you, whether you have a digital solution, a wellbeing initiative or a proposal that makes the library more inclusive, accessible or inspiring.
The competition will be open for entries to all current University of Leeds students – undergraduate and postgraduate. You can enter individually or as a team of up to three people. The competition will close on Monday 23 November.
The winner(s) will receive £1,000 prize on the title of Library Innovation Champion(s). The second-place idea will receive £500 and the third place will receive £250. All prizes will be rewarded in vouchers.
Entries will be shortlisted by a panel of library representatives.
Shortlisted finalists will benefit from tailored mentoring support to develop their ideas and presentation skills.
On 1 March 2027, the shortlisted finalists will present their developed ideas to a judging panel at a live event. The judges will vote to select a winning idea.
Read the competition information for everything you need to know.
