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FCDO Next Generation Economics Competition 2027

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) with the LSE Hub for Equal Representation · United Kingdom

Applications upcomingNo foreign travel required

A government competition in which UK secondary and sixth form students write a letter of up to 1,000 words on a big economic challenge, with cash prizes and a funded visit to the FCDO and LSE for top entrants. The 2027 competition has been announced but not yet opened.

Grade
Year 10–13 / S3–S6
Same as Grades 9–12 in the US
Age
14–18
Residence
United Kingdom
School attendance: United Kingdom
Entry
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Students answer one of four economics questions in a letter addressed to the FCDO Chief Economist. In 2026 winners of each of two age categories (Under 16 and Under 18) received £350, runners-up £200, and the top eight entrants were offered a fully funded visit to the FCDO and LSE in London (UK-based entrants only).

Topics

BusinessHumanitiesEssayGovernment
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