FT/ RGS Essay Competition 2026


The FT Essay competition in association with the RGS has been launched. This year, the title is:

What factors drive migration, how are patterns shifting and what are the consequences?

Please include changes resulting from climatic factors and post-2020 geopolitics in your answer. Check the website for all the terms and conditions.

You can submit your essay at any time before the deadline. Search FT.com for the latest news to help with your essay. You can also use other sources.

What the judges are looking for

  • A clear essay or ArcGIS StoryMap that is well-evidenced and reaches a clear conclusion

  • Submissions that do not exceed 1,000 words (excluding the title and references) – submissions over 1,000 words will not be considered. The word count must be provided in the document.

  • Referenced sources of information and data, including the FT

  • Submissions which are the entrant’s own work and relevant to the question and guidance

You have until the 9th of November to submit your entry.

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