The Male Undergraduate of the Year Award

Could you be the Male Undergraduate of the Year?

We're searching UK Universities to find the Male Undergraduate of the Year! In partnership with L’Oréal Groupe, we’re looking for someone who’s ambitious, adaptable, and unafraid to challenge the status quo - a natural problem-solver with an entrepreneurial mindset and the confidence to try new things.

You don’t have to use our products to share our values - integrity, empathy, and ethical judgment are at the heart of everything you do. If you’re driven by curiosity, passionate about making an impact, and ready to shape the future with courage and authenticity, this is the award for you.

This award is open to students who:

Are studying any degree subject
Identify as male
Are on course to achieve a 2:2

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PRIZES

What could you win?

You could win a graduate role with L’Oréal Groupe – the world’s number one beauty company. Kick off your career with a global brand that thrives on creativity, innovation, and bold ideas. From day one, you’ll be part of real projects, learning from industry leaders while making your own mark in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

All longlisted students will also receive a branded goodie bag from L’Oréal Groupe

WHAT IT TAKES

What makes an award winner?

An award-winning male undergraduate of the year is agile and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced environments while remaining flexible in their approach. They show an entrepreneurial spirit, unafraid to challenge the norm or try new ideas, reflecting L’Oréal Groupe's test-and-learn culture. Comfortable in being different, they stand out through their unique perspective while balancing ambition with empathy for others. Above all, they are guided by strong ethics and integrity in their judgements, embodying the values that make a true role model for future leaders.

FROM OUR PARTNER

L'Oréal and the Male Undergraduate of the Year Award

L'Oréal Groupe isn't just a beauty company; we are a global powerhouse of innovation and technology, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the most influential companies of 2025. Fortune also named us Europe's most innovative company for 2025, highlighting our pioneering spirit in product, process, and culture.

For those looking to make a significant impact, L'Oréal Groupe offers an unparalleled environment. We're proud to be recognized as one of The Times Top 10 Graduate Employers, celebrated for our exceptional onboarding at the Target Job Graduate Recruiter Awards, and named The Times Marketing Employer of Choice for four consecutive years.

Our sponsorship of the Male Undergraduate of the Year award is a crucial step in unlocking the beauty industry, directly challenging outdated perceptions of who the market is accessible to and showcasing the vast, technology-driven opportunities available to all. By actively seeking and celebrating male talent, we aim to showcase diverse perspectives, fuel continuous innovation, and ensure our global leadership in beauty reflects the rich tapestry of consumers we serve, aligning perfectly with our mission to offer the best of beauty to everyone, everywhere.

To find out more about our early careers, click here.

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GOING ALL THE WAY

How do I win?

Register

Extended Deadline:

January

2026

Online tests

Deadline:

January

2026

Submit by

26 January

2026

Your details must be submitted, and all online tests completed by 9am on Monday 26th January 2026

If you are successful in getting through to the next stage, you will hear from us by 18th February 2026.

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Assessment

If you are successful in making it to the next stage, you may be invited to an assessment centre at L’Oréal Groupe's London office.

Grand final

The final shortlist of ten students will be invited to the awards ceremony on 24th April 2026, where the award winners will be announced.

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