Celebrating Student Achievement
At the Central Institute of Technology and Innovation, we believe in recognising and celebrating our students’ hard work, academic excellence, and innovative thinking.
Through a range of prizes and awards, we honour high achievement, outstanding leadership, and commitment to future-focused learning.
Whether it is a Dean’s commendation, a cash prize, or a place on the Dean’s List, these honours acknowledge our students’ dedication and inspire others to aim high.
Successful students will be notified by the Central Institute of their awards and prizes and celebrated at the annual Awards and Prizes Evening.
Awards and Prizes Summary
Letters of Commendation
- Dean’s Letter of Commendation
Awarded each semester to students who achieve a GPA of 5.5 or higher.
Prizes and Academic Honours
- Dean’s List (Undergraduate)
Awarded annually to students in the top 10% of their course cohort. - Institute Medal – AUD $1,000
Awarded to any undergraduate who receives distinctions or higher in all units completed at the Institute. - Dux of the Institute – Undergraduate – AUD $1,000
Awarded to the undergraduate with the highest GPA over their course at the Institute. - Dux of the Institute – Postgraduate – AUD $1,000
Awarded to the postgraduate with the highest GPA over their course at the Institute. - Specialisation Award – Undergraduate – AUD $500
Awarded to the top student in each undergraduate specialisation. - Specialisation Award – Postgraduate – AUD $500
Awarded to the top student in each postgraduate specialisation.
Innovation and Leadership
- Best Capstone Project – Undergraduate – AUD $500 (individual) or AUD $250 per team member
Awarded to students who demonstrate innovation, leadership, and future thinking in their final capstone project. - Best Capstone Project – Postgraduate – AUD $500 (individual) or AUD $250 per team member
Awarded for excellence in postgraduate capstone projects, with a focus on innovation and leadership.
