The Lyle Prize
The Lyle Prize awards two First Generation Scholars on courses in the School of Law, Politics and Sociology a £500 educational travel award. The award provides an opportunity for the selected students to develop an understanding of Brussels as the heart of the European Union; its relevance to business, politics and society; and its rich culture which has been shaped by a host of foreign cultural influences, making it one of the most international cities in the world.
Winners experience a fascinating behind-the-scenes insight into how Brussels works through arranged visits with Members of European Parliament (MEPs) to the European Parliament and key institutions within the European Commission. They also have free time to enjoy the city’s historic sites, its many museums and galleries and the relaxed café and bar scene.
The competition is made possible by the generous support of Dominic Lyle, Director General of the European Association of Communications Agencies (EACA), and Vyvyan Lyle, alumna of Sussex Law School. Mr and Mrs Lyle sponsor the prize to encourage more Sussex students to consider working in Brussels or for the European Community.
Applying for the Lyle Prize
Entries for the Lyle Prize are now closed and will reopen in 2017.
Taseen Barkat and Phin Jennings, winners of the Lyle Prize 2016
Taseen Barkat (Year 2 Sociology) and Phin Jennings (Year 1 Politics) have been confirmed as winners of the Lyle Prize 2016.
Applicants were invited to submit a 1000-word essay in response to the question 'What are the key factors that will determine the United Kingdom's future in Europe?' as well as a 250-word statement explaining how they expected to benefit from the award.
Entries were reviewed by Professor Paul Taggart, Director of the Sussex European Institute (SEI).