Why do your D of E?
Good question! Because, from the first day to the last it’s a real adventure.
Every section gives you something different - that's the fun of it!
You’ll enjoy loads of new experiences, discover talents you never thought you
had, challenge yourself and meet loads of people just like you. Plus you’ll do
things you love and get a kick out of. It’s a real buzz!
Then there’s all the other stuff…
…achieving an Award will give you skills, confidence and a view on life that
everyone is looking for, from employers to colleges and universities.
.you're getting recognised for doing things you want to do (and may even be
doing already).
you’ll make a difference to other people’s lives and your community, be
fitter and healthier, make new friends and have memories to last you a
lifetime.and above all, it's a great laugh - the question should really be why
wouldn't you bother!
Every section gives you something different - that's the fun of it!
You’ll enjoy loads of new experiences, discover talents you never thought you
had, challenge yourself and meet loads of people just like you. Plus you’ll do
things you love and get a kick out of. It’s a real buzz!
Then there’s all the other stuff…
…achieving an Award will give you skills, confidence and a view on life that
everyone is looking for, from employers to colleges and universities.
.you're getting recognised for doing things you want to do (and may even be
doing already).
you’ll make a difference to other people’s lives and your community, be
fitter and healthier, make new friends and have memories to last you a
lifetime.and above all, it's a great laugh - the question should really be why
wouldn't you bother!
Whats involved?
There are three levels of programme you can do which, when you've
successfully completed them, lead to a Bronze, Silver or Gold Duke of
Edinburgh’s Award. The main differences between them are the minimum length of
time it takes to complete them, how challenging it is and the minimum age you
can start.
Depending on your age, you are free to start at any level but most people
prefer to try for Bronze and work upwards. There are age restrictions for each
one so it makes sense to build yourself up rather than dive in at the deep
end.
Don’t forget, you have until your 25th birthday to complete whichever
level you’re working on and achieve an Award - but remember, all activities must
be completed before then.
The tables on the right show you minimum timescales for each level and
section. We've put the length of time in months - you need to show regular
activity and commitment during this time of averaging at least an hour a week.
You can't achieve an Award in a short burst of enthusiasm over one weekend!
successfully completed them, lead to a Bronze, Silver or Gold Duke of
Edinburgh’s Award. The main differences between them are the minimum length of
time it takes to complete them, how challenging it is and the minimum age you
can start.
Depending on your age, you are free to start at any level but most people
prefer to try for Bronze and work upwards. There are age restrictions for each
one so it makes sense to build yourself up rather than dive in at the deep
end.
Don’t forget, you have until your 25th birthday to complete whichever
level you’re working on and achieve an Award - but remember, all activities must
be completed before then.
The tables on the right show you minimum timescales for each level and
section. We've put the length of time in months - you need to show regular
activity and commitment during this time of averaging at least an hour a week.
You can't achieve an Award in a short burst of enthusiasm over one weekend!
BRONZE AWARDsometimes happens when you and your friends decide to start your adventure together. However, your Leader must agree this.) Expedition. You must do a minimum of 3 months activity for each of the Volunteering, Physical and Skills sections, and plan, train for and do a 2 day (1 night) Expedition. Physical or Skills sections. It’s your choice which one and, though you can change your mind later, you should decide which section you want to do for longer at the beginning. Knowing how long you’re going to do it for will help you to choose your activity and set your goals for each section. programme. |
SILVER AWARDyour Silver DofE programme. If you've achieved your Bronze Award, your Leader may allow you to start your Silver a month or two before your 15th birthday. Expedition. You need to do at least 6 months Volunteering and a minimum of 6 months on either Physical or Skills and 3 months on the other . It’s up to you which one you do for longer. night) expedition. extra 6 months volunteering or doing whichever of the Physical or Skills sections you have spent more time on. Though you can change your mind later, you should decide which section you want to do for longer at the beginning. Knowing how long you’re going to do it for will help you to choose your activity and set your goals for each section. your Bronze, or 12 months if you've jumped straight into Silver. |
GOLD AWARDyou are 16 you can do your Gold DofE programme. No activities can be
counted for this before your 16th birthday.You’ll spend 12 months on your Volunteering section. For Physical and Skills you must spend 12 months on one and six months on the other - you decide which way round you do it. Your expedition will be for four days and three nights (plus an acclimatisation day) and should take place in 'wild country'. away from home for five days and four nights doing a shared activity with people you don't know. It's great fun and a real chance to do something different! further six months either volunteering or whichever one of your physical or skills activities you spent the most time on. achieved your Silver Award, or 18 months if you've started at Gold level without doing your Silver - even if you've done Bronze. |
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