Revell Research Systems Prize

About the Prize

The Revell Research Systems Prize at the University of Plymouth was established in 2006 to mark the 21st anniversary of Revell Research Systems, the Exeter-based management and technology consultancy founded by Alastair Revell in 1985. It has been awarded every year since. From the beginning, the Prize has sought not only to recognise outstanding academic achievement, but also to encourage talented graduates to realise their full professional potential as they begin their careers.

It is currently awarded each year to the top final year student on a BSc (Hons) degree programme within the cognate area of Computing. It consists of a small cash reward and a certificate, which is usually presented to the recipient during the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics Award Ceremony.

Awarded to the Computer Science student achieving the highest-rated final-year academic performance, this prize recognises exceptional talent, commitment and performance. The award celebrates the outstanding creativity, dedication and ambition that we develop within our School.

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Professor Alexander Belton

Head of School
School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics
University of Plymouth

The History of the Prize

Back in 2006, our Chairman and Managing Consultant, Alastair Revell, had been significantly involved in developing and delivering the FdSc Internet Technology in Business programme, along with earlier precursors, which were all awarded by the University. It seemed natural to combine celebrating our business success with the graduation of the very best student from that programme.

Consequently, the Prize was first awarded in the 2006 academic year to the top final year student on the FdSc Internet Technology in Business programme, which was run at Exeter Business School. The prize was subsequently transferred to the BSc (Hons) Computing programme for the 2007 and 2008 academic years. The scope was widened in 2009 to include the BSc (Hons) Computing group of related programmes.

The University of Plymouth re-organised its Computing related degree programmes for the start of the 2011 academic year. The Company agreed that the prize should be awarded to the top final year student within the cognate area of Computing from the 2011/12 academic year onwards, which continues to be the case.

A Tradition of Excellence

Over the years, the Prize has been awarded to some of the University of Plymouth's most accomplished computing graduates. It recognises those individuals who have distinguished themselves by achieving the highest grade through excellence, commitment and hard work, and who have intrinsically demonstrated the qualities needed to succeed in a rapidly changing digital profession.

Established by Revell Research Systems with the University of Plymouth, the Prize reflects a shared commitment to recognising academic excellence as an important foundation for future professional achievement and contribution to society.

While the Prize marks achievement at the point of graduation, its purpose is ultimately aspirational. It encourages all graduates to look beyond their academic success and towards the impact they can make throughout their careers. The most respected professionals are not simply known for what they know, but for the difference they make, the standards they uphold and the trust they earn.

We hope the Prize continues to inspire new generations of graduates to strive for excellence, pursue professional registration and aspire to become chartered professionals. The future of the digital profession will be shaped by those who combine expertise with integrity, leadership and a commitment to serving society.