Learn more about all three levels and the commitment each requires by downloading the Summary of Conditions our at-a-glance reference guide to completing your Duke of Ed Award. (Click here for the black and white print version)
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award recognizes participants milestones at the Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, during which they challenge themselves in each of the following areas:
SERVICE
Aims to encourage young people to volunteer their time so they may better understand the benefit of service to their community. Learn more.
SKILLS
Aims to encourage the development of personal interests and practical and social skills. Learn more.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
Aims to encourage young people to participate in sports and other physical recreational activities for the improvement of health and fitness. Learn more.
ADVENTUROUS JOURNEY
Aims to encourage a sense of Adventure while undertaking a team journey or expedition. As part of a small team, participants will plan, train for and undertake a journey with a defined purpose in an unfamiliar environment. Learn more.
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (For Gold Level only)
Aims to broaden horizons, experiences and outlooks through involvement with others in a residential setting. Learn more.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award recognizes participants milestones at the Bronze, Silver and Gold levels, during which they challenge themselves in each of the following areas:
SERVICE
Aims to encourage young people to volunteer their time so they may better understand the benefit of service to their community. Learn more.
SKILLS
Aims to encourage the development of personal interests and practical and social skills. Learn more.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
Aims to encourage young people to participate in sports and other physical recreational activities for the improvement of health and fitness. Learn more.
ADVENTUROUS JOURNEY
Aims to encourage a sense of Adventure while undertaking a team journey or expedition. As part of a small team, participants will plan, train for and undertake a journey with a defined purpose in an unfamiliar environment. Learn more.
RESIDENTIAL PROJECT (For Gold Level only)
Aims to broaden horizons, experiences and outlooks through involvement with others in a residential setting. Learn more.
THE DUKE OF ED IS:
A MARATHON, NOT A SPRINT
The Duke of Ed Award cannot be completed quickly. It’s all about sustaining an ongoing commitment in activities of choice, perseverance, and developing good habits. It takes commitment to see it through and earn something over the long term.
NON-ACADEMIC & NON-COMPETITIVE
The Duke of Ed is a personal challenge which recognizes that there are a lot of aspects to a well-rounded person, including achievements outside the classroom. Anyone who puts in the effort will receive the Award, so youth can collaborate with peers instead of competing with them. The Award is based on personal choice and reflects the abilities and interests of individual participants. No two Awards are alike!
RESPONSIBILITY
It’s up to each individual to ensure they stay on track and that all the Award requirements are met. It’s more than just completing the activities.
PROGRESSIVE
As youth grow, The Award grows with them. At Bronze they may need a lot of help. At Silver, they are more independent. By Gold they build their own experience.
FUN
The Award is fun. The activities that a young person selects reflect their own interests and passions. Also doing The Award great way to spend time with friends and making memories that will last forever. So enjoy the challenge!
BENEFIT OF DOING THE DUKE OF ED
GREAT FOR APPLICATIONS
Having your Duke of Ed Award looks great on post-secondary applications, scholarships, CVs and resumes. Whether applying for post-secondary or about to enter the work force, The Award shows commitment and achievement, as well as dedication to a variety of activities.
A MARATHON, NOT A SPRINT
The Duke of Ed Award cannot be completed quickly. It’s all about sustaining an ongoing commitment in activities of choice, perseverance, and developing good habits. It takes commitment to see it through and earn something over the long term.
NON-ACADEMIC & NON-COMPETITIVE
The Duke of Ed is a personal challenge which recognizes that there are a lot of aspects to a well-rounded person, including achievements outside the classroom. Anyone who puts in the effort will receive the Award, so youth can collaborate with peers instead of competing with them. The Award is based on personal choice and reflects the abilities and interests of individual participants. No two Awards are alike!
RESPONSIBILITY
It’s up to each individual to ensure they stay on track and that all the Award requirements are met. It’s more than just completing the activities.
PROGRESSIVE
As youth grow, The Award grows with them. At Bronze they may need a lot of help. At Silver, they are more independent. By Gold they build their own experience.
FUN
The Award is fun. The activities that a young person selects reflect their own interests and passions. Also doing The Award great way to spend time with friends and making memories that will last forever. So enjoy the challenge!
BENEFIT OF DOING THE DUKE OF ED
GREAT FOR APPLICATIONS
Having your Duke of Ed Award looks great on post-secondary applications, scholarships, CVs and resumes. Whether applying for post-secondary or about to enter the work force, The Award shows commitment and achievement, as well as dedication to a variety of activities.
Bronze LevelSTARTING AGE: 14 years of age.
SECTIONS: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey. DURATION: Minimum of 6 months. |
Silver LevelSTARTING AGE: 15 years of age.
SECTIONS: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey. DURATION: Minimum of 6 months if completed Bronze level or minimum of 12 months if directly enter the Silver level. |
Gold LevelSTARTING AGE: 16 years of age.
SECTIONS: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation, Adventurous Journey and Residential Project. DURATION: Minimum of 12 months if completed Silver level or minimum of 18 months if directly enter the Gold level. |