FAQ 6 - Are there any deadlines for CREST?
No – there are no deadlines or time limits for CREST.
Please note that UK certificate delivery takes 2-4 weeks once payment has been received. International orders may take longer.
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FAQ 12 - Can I submit for CREST Silver or Gold Award without a mentor?
Yes, you can submit for CREST Silver or Gold Award even without a mentor. Mentors are not a requirement when taking part in CREST, however, they are strongly recommended at Gold level, preferred at Silver, and optional at Bronze and Discovery levels. ...
The CREST guiding principles
The below principles are the overall ideas that govern how the CREST Awards work. They are different to the CREST criteria, although the criteria are based around these. Real-world context CREST projects and activities have a clear real-world ...
CREST for underrepresented audiences funding
Engage Grants (formerly known as CREST for Underrepresented Audiences grants) are available twice a year, in the autumn and spring terms, to help support UK schools in challenging circumstances to run CREST Awards. Schools that have high numbers of ...
CREST entry fees for Welsh students
CREST Award fees for students in Wales are paid in full by the Welsh government. This arrangement will continue until at least 31 March 2025. Please choose Wales as your delivery country when asked. This will ensure you aren't charged for your Award ...
Enter an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) for a CREST Award
Many students who complete an EPQ as part of their A-Level studies could be getting extra recognition for their work by applying for a Gold CREST Award. CREST awards are globally recognized awards which celebrate independent student led research ...