FAQs

Q: What is the deadline for submission?

A: The deadline for entries is 12.00pm on 26 February 2010.

 

Q: Can I submit more than one entry?

A: Only one entry will be accepted per person.

 

Q: Who is eligible to enter the competition?

A: Any full or part time student at a UK university studying on an under-graduate or post-graduate course.

 

Q: Are there any submission instructions?

All entries must comply with the conditions of entry. Please see the rules for further information.

 

Q: Is there an entry fee?

A: There is no entry fee for the competition. See the rules for more information on the conditions of entry.

  

Q: What formats do you accept for online submissions?

A: Entries will be accepted in doc, docx and pdf format.

 

Q: If I reach the finals, will Deloitte cover my travel expenses?

A: Deloitte will cover reasonable travel expenses within the UK for finalists to attend the final in London.

 

Q: How will my entry be judged?

A: There are 4 key areas upon which your entry will be judged. See the rules for more information.

 

Q: What is the word limit?

A: 2,012 words (excluding references and citations).  You must state the number of words at the end of your entry.

 

Q: When will I know if I have been successful?

A: The winners will be announced at the final on 11 May 2010.

 

Q: If I win, when will the work experience take place?

A: This is subject to both your availability and Deloitte’s availability.

 

Q: Can I enter as a team?

A: All entries must be made by individual students.

 

Q: Does my application to this competition mean I have applied to the graduate scheme?

A: Entries to the competition do not automatically enter graduates to the graduate scheme. If you wish to apply to the Deloitte Graduate Recruitment Scheme please visit the Graduate Recruitment website.

Still got questions?  Email businesscompetition@deloitte.co.uk.