CAULLT Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Academic Development

CAULLT is proud to recognise and celebrate outstanding contributions to academic development, educational research, and digital innovation in higher education. Our awards program honours the dedicated professionals who are transforming teaching and learning across Australian universities.

Our Awards Program

We offer three prestigious awards that acknowledge different aspects of excellence in academic development and educational leadership. Each award celebrates innovation, impact and the commitment to enhancing student learning experiences.

CAULLT Academic Development Award
Recognising outstanding academic development practices

This award celebrates innovative approaches to academic development that demonstrate clear principles of good learning and teaching. We seek practices that are distinctive, evidence-based and show measurable impact on teaching and learning within your institution.

Who can apply: Staff from CAULLT member institutions
Key focus: Academic development practices, innovation, and impact
Next deadline: TBC

Learn more about the Academic Development Awards

CAULLT/HERDSA Award for Outstanding Leadership in Research and Development

Honouring leadership in higher education research and development

Developed in partnership with HERDSA, this award recognises individuals who demonstrate innovative and effective leadership in higher education research and development across a broad range of categories that enhance teaching, learning, and student experience.

Who can apply: Staff from CAULLT member universities or members of HERDSA working in the tertiary education
Key focus: Leadership in educational research and development
Next deadline: TBC

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CAULLT/ASCILITE Award for Outstanding Leadership in Digital Learning
Celebrating innovation in digital learning leadership

Created in collaboration with ASCILITE, this award honours individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership in leveraging digital technologies to enhance teaching, learning, and overall performance in higher education.

Who can apply: Staff from CAULLT member universities or ASCILITE members
Key focus: Digital learning innovation and leadership
Next deadline: TBC

Learn more about the CAULLT/ASCILITE Award →

Why Apply for a CAULLT Award?

Recognition and Impact
CAULLT awards provide national recognition for your contributions to academic development and educational innovation. Winners join a community of distinguished practitioners whose work is shaping the future of higher education.

Professional Development
The awards process offers valuable opportunities for reflection on your practice, articulation of your impact, and connection with peers across the academic development community.

Sharing Excellence
Award recipients present their work at prestigious conferences and events, contributing to the collective knowledge and inspiring others in the field.

Network Building
Through our awards program, you’ll connect with like-minded professionals who share your passion for educational excellence and student success.

Support and Resources

If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact us on enquiries@caullt.edu.au

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CAULLT Awards recognise the vital work of academic developers who are committed to enhancing teaching, learning, and student success across Australian higher education.