The canvas is ready. What will you CRE[AI]TE? We are excited to launch CapCut’s 1st AI Festival, a global celebration of original work and the imagination AI makes possible. Submissions are now open through Augus...
Prize summary: $10,000
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Global competitions accept participants from every country, making them the most accessible and the most competitive student challenges available. They are typically organised by international foundations, United Nations agencies, multinational companies and leading universities seeking diverse perspectives. Because entrants come from all time zones and education systems, winning or placing in a global competition carries significant weight on any CV or graduate application. Filter by category or education level to find international opportunities that match your field and academic stage.
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The canvas is ready. What will you CRE[AI]TE? We are excited to launch CapCut’s 1st AI Festival, a global celebration of original work and the imagination AI makes possible. Submissions are now open through Augus...
Prize summary: $10,000
Join the Autodesk Buildathon on 17 - 18 August, a two-day international online design challenge for students to design for impact, and develop real-world skills used in architecture, construction, and engineering industr...
Prize summary: The winning team will be invited to present their project at an Autodesk VIP networking event with all expenses paid.
Ten Moir Gallery
Deadline
Sep 01, 2026
2 months from now
Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide to submit work to our rotating online art challenges. Each challenge is centered around a unique theme and gives artists the opportunity to share meaningful, c...
Prize summary: Cash awards, curated showcase placement, artist interviews, mini spotlight features, homepage features, social media promotion, newsletter features, digital certificates, and addit
The Creative Communication Award (C2A) 2026 is an international competition recognizing excellence in communication design, advertising, digital media, photography, packaging, branding, and visual communication. Open...
Prize summary: Winner certificate, winner badge, international recognition, publication, and media exposure
Busan Textile & Fashion Industries Association
Deadline
Oct 06, 2026
3 months from now
The 30th Busan International Textile Design Competition | Theme | Open Theme | Eligibility | Open to all applicants who are high school students or older | Application Period | June 1 (Mon) ~ October 6 (Tue), 2026,...
Prize summary: Grand Prize : KRW 2,000,000 (1 winner) / Top Excellence Award : KRW 1,000,000 (2 winners) Total Prize Money : KRW 7,300,000
Organized by the School of Architecture, Tianjin University and Urban Environment Design (UED) Magazine. Endorsed by the Union Internationale des Architectes (UIA).
Deadline
Oct 10, 2026
3 months from now
The UIA-HYP CUP 2026 International Student Competition in Architectural Design is now open for entries. Now in its 15th consecutive edition, the competition is the only UIA-endorsed international student architecture com...
Prize summary: Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes, plus honorable mentions and certificates.
Radicepura Garden Festival
Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
4 months from now
The Radicepura Garden Festival, since it started in 2017, it is the first major international event intended to promote the culture of Mediterranean gardens, involving the main players of landscaping, art & architecture,...
Prize summary: The 8 winning projects will be realized in the Radicepura Horticultural Park
Administration for Digital Industries, moda; Department of Information and Technology Education; Chinese Society for Information Management
Deadline
Nov 07, 2026
4 months from now
The InnoServe Awards 2026 invites tech-driven student teams globally to showcase their prowess in Generative AI, smart manufacturing, cybersecurity, green tech, and other cutting-edge tech projects. Whether you want to v...
Prize summary: Win up to NT$200,000 in cash prizes, plus travel subsidies for finalist teams and a chance to visit Taiwan.
Anthology Magazine
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
5 months from now
Established for writers who like to share authentic travel experiences and to provide a platform for publication. The Anthology Travel Writing Competition is open to original and previously unpublished travel articles in...
Prize summary: The winner will receive €300 and the chance to see their work published in a future issue of Anthology.
Volume Zero Competitions
Deadline
Dec 03, 2026
5 months from now
As Volume Zero celebrates a decade of shaping global architectural discourse, we are proud to introduce our 30th international architecture competition THE UNBOX 2026: a call to rethink the "DNA" of our shared environmen...
Prize summary: Prizes of total USD 10000, broken down as follows: 1st Prize: USD 5000;;2nd Prize: USD 2500;;3rd Prize: USD 1500;;Gold Mention: USD 1000
Volume Zero Competitions
Deadline
Dec 03, 2026
5 months from now
Marking a decade of pioneering global design discourse, Volume Zero is proud to announce the launch of its 29th international architecture competition: Micro Living 2026. This landmark edition marks a significant milesto...
Prize summary: Prizes of total USD 10000, broken down as follows: 1st Prize: USD 5000;;2nd Prize: USD 2500;;3rd Prize: USD 1500;;Gold Mention: USD 1000
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