FirstYearHack 2025

BUILD, PITCH, WIN

FirstYearHack is BACK, the ultimate hackathon for first-year students! Winning teams receive £400 in prizes.

Sat 15 Nov 2025
Hacking at BH Floor 6 and 7
Intro at Lecture Theatre 1 (BH (S)1.01)
All UK First-Years

Choose your track

First Year Hack is split into beginner-friendly tracks. Pick one that excites you - mentors and workshops will guide you.

Web Innovation Track A (Technical)

Build a full web application around a theme (TBD).

Web Innovation Track B (Technical)

Build a full web application around a different theme (TBD).

Social Impact Track - Education (Non-Technical)

Led by Enactus KCL, design a socially impactful initiative around the theme of Education.

Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on:

  • Creativity
  • Impact
  • Feasibility
  • Presentation
  • Technical Execution (for web tracks)

Food & Refreshments

  • Lunch provided (pizzas, incl. vegetarian options)
  • Soft drinks and snacks
  • Plates, cups, and napkins provided
  • Vegan & gluten-free options (TBC)

Event Platforms

  • RegistrationLuma
  • Project SubmissionsDevpost
  • Resources & ScheduleNotion workspace
  • Community & UpdatesDedicated Discord server

Links for Devpost/Notion/Discord will be shared via registration email and on the day.

Prizes (TBC)

    No settled prizes yet, but a budget of £800 is allocated.

How to Get Involved

We're welcoming first-year students from universities across the UK - no prior experience required! Come with a team of four, or join one on the day.

Expect a day full of

  • Hands-on creation & teamwork
  • Mentorship & guidance
  • Cross-university networking

Schedule Overview

  • 10:00Registration
  • 10:30Kickoff & Team Formation
  • 11:00Hacking Begins
  • 13:00Lunch Break
  • 18:00Project Submissions & Presentations
  • 19:00Winners Announced
  • 19:30Event End

Location

Bush House, 30 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BG, UK

Event will commence at Bush House Floor 6 and 7. Intro at Lecture Theatre 1 (BH (S)1.01)