Schedule & key dates

By participating in the E2i Student Design Challenge, you’re contributing to the creation of safer, more secure, and more connected communities.

October 2024

E2i Student Design Challenge launch

February 2025

Entry submission opens on the E2i website

30 April 2025

Entry submission deadline

May 2025

Judging of entries

31 May 2025

Eight selected SDC Security Innovation Matters Finalists announced

July 2025

Finalists attend E2i Security Innovation Matters symposium in Brussels for awarding of the E2i SDC Winner and Highly Commended entrants

Ready to make a difference?

Register your interest today and be the first to receive the challenge briefs and submission instructions.

By completing registration, you will be able to:

  • Download the Student Design Challenge design briefs

Brief 1: Safety and security on and around public transport

Brief 2: Safety and security in public spaces at night-time

  • Participate in exclusive webinars
  • Participate in live Q&A sessions with experts via Zoom
  • Have the opportunity to receive promotion of your ideas and designs on social media platforms

Register now and become part of a design community working to create innovative solutions addressing critical safety and security challenges!

Register your interest now!

Register your interest today and be the first to receive the challenge briefs and submission instructions.