The THE Awards enter their third decade at a challenging time for higher education, not just in the UK and Ireland – where our main focus lies – but across the globe. But if anything, it’s even more important in such times to celebrate and promote the very best work taking place, some of which may otherwise go unrecognised or underappreciated.

The awards look for work that exemplifies clarity of vision, the innovative delivery of teaching, research and administration, and even, when required, displays of expert strategising and rebuilding.

The 2025 winners were announced at a glittery ceremony that took place in Edinburgh on 13 November, hosted by renowned comedian and presenter Ed Byrne. Watch the highlights video here: