Submissions are invited for Northern University London Essay Competition for Students in Class 11. The last date of submission is January 6, 2025.
About the University
Northeastern University – London is a public university in London, England. It was founded in 2010 as New College of the Humanities by the philosopher A. C. Grayling, who became its first Master.
Competition Details
Northeastern University London is inviting competition entries from students who are currently in their penultimate year of secondary education (equivalent to Year 12 in the English education system, or Grade 11 in India).
The selection of essay titles engage across a broad range of technology, social science and humanities topics and we look forward to receiving entries from talented and intellectually curious students who show passion in their subject area. We welcome entries from students located anywhere in the world.
Eligibility
The Northeastern University London Essay Competition is open to students who are currently in their penultimate (second to last) year of secondary education (Year 12 in England or Grade 11 in India). This is a global competition, so we encourage entries from those studying anywhere in the world.
Essay Questions
Each essay question relates to a subject. Pick your essay question from the options below:
- Business: What kinds of businesses have benefited the most from Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, and how?
- Computer & Data Science: Assess the ethical implications of integrating AI technology into various aspects of society, such as healthcare, education, and employment. How can we ensure that AI systems are designed and used responsibly to promote fairness, transparency, and accountability?
- Economics: Artificial Intelligence: A blessing or a curse? What socio-economic challenges will humanity face in the next decades?
- English: How important is it to be able to relate to literary characters, their values, and their world?
- History: What can historians learn from the study of gender relationships in the past?
- Law: What role should employment law play in regulating the use of artificial intelligence and automation in hiring and workplace management practices?
- Politics: Digital technology is fundamentally changing politics. Discuss.
- Philosophy: Could a machine ever experience emotions like we can?
- Psychology: What are the psychological effects of bullying on adolescents, and how can they be mitigated?
Prizes
The following prizes will be awarded:
- Overall winner across all essay subjects- £1000
- Winner in a subject category- £500
- Runner up in a subject category- £250
How to Submit?
Interested individuals can submit online via this link.
Submission Deadline
The last date of submission is January 6, 2025.
FAQs
Who is this competition open to?
This competition is open to students who are in Year 12 in England, Grade 11 in India, IB1 for students studying the IB Diploma, or students in their penultimate year of secondary education – this could also be the first year of college for some students in the UK.
What is the maximum word count?
1,500.
