Trinity College Cambridge Robson History Prize 2026

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Competition Overview

Eligible ages: 16 - 18

School level: Year 12 / Lower Sixth / S5 or international equivalent

Competition stages: Essay submission and judging; outstanding essays may be highly commended.

Registration method: Individual Allowed

Fee: Free / no entry fee listed

Online / in-person: Online

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Dates

Registration open: Unknown

Registration deadline: 31 Jul 2026

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Competition date end: Unknown

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Competition Evaluation

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Suitable level: Advanced Level

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Entry requirement: Open entry

Skill demand: Advanced skill demand

Output: Mature or multi-part output

Preparation: Substantial preparation

Why this level

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Last evaluated: 12 Jun 2026

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History essay prize for penultimate-year school students; students from any country are welcome. Essays up to 3,000 words including footnotes; generative AI assistance prohibited.

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Last checked at: 6 Jul 2026

Verification status: Verified

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Why this listing is included

Trinity's Essay Prizes page lists Robson History Prize as OPEN NOW for 2026.
Official page states students from any country are welcome and eligible students should be in the penultimate year of school.
Official page states submissions must be made by 12 noon UK time on Friday 31 July 2026 and first/second prizes are £600/£400 split with the school or college.

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Age 16-18

Registration closed

Deadline: 8 Jun 2026 · Competition: Unknown

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