About the International Award

Not all learning happens in the classroom. Young people need experiences outside the classroom to become committed, responsible and fulfilled citizens of the world. 

Since its launch over 60 years ago, the  Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award has inspired millions of young people to transform their lives.  It equips you for life through encouraging growth through engagement in physical recreation, skill development, community service and adventurous journeys. Doing the Award is a personal challenge and not a competition against others; it pushes you to your personal limits and recognizes your achievements.  

​​The Award Framework

The Award is comprised of three levels and four sections. 

Award Levels

NIST Students can start the award in Y10. The levels are:

• Y10: Bronze Award - You must engage in the award for a minimum of 6 months.
• Y11 Silver  Award - You must engage in the award for a minimum of 12 months.
• Y12: Gold Award - You must engage in the award for a minimum of 18 months.

Award Sections

There are 4 main required sections of the award. They are :

• Adventurous journey
• Service
• Physical Recreation
• Skills
• Gold level students also have to engage in a residential programme.

You can find more detail of each section of the award by clicking on the links above.
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Starting the Award at NIST

 In the 2019-20 school year NIST will offer the bronze and silver awards and then start offering the gold award the following year.

If you are interested in participating in the award then please contact Mr Andy at adorn@nist.ac.th