How to enter the CREST Awards

How to enter the CREST Awards

You can enter students (or yourself, for CREST Silver and Gold) using our online platform. Create projects, add details, including project work for Bronze, Silver and Gold, and pay your entry fees.

For CREST Silver and Gold this is where your project will be assessed by our trained assessors.


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