Choose it. Make it. Show us how you got there.
Every entry should include three things.
1. Final Work
Your completed response to one of the three Creative Challenges.
2. Development
Include 2–3 sketches, images, screenshots, work-in-progress shots or other examples showing how your idea developed.
3. Process Note
Include a short description explaining your idea, the tools or techniques you used and how the work developed from your initial concept to the finished piece.
Key Dates
Entries Open: 21 November 2026
Submission Deadline: 8 January 2027 at 5.00pm
Finalists Announced: 15 January 2027
Who Can Enter?
The competition is open to second-level students aged 16–18.
You do not need to be studying Art or a specialist digital media subject to enter.
Already making animations, games or 3D work? Great. Trying it for the first time? You’re welcome too.
How Your Work Will Be Judged
Technical polish is only part of the picture.
The TUS Clonmel Creative Challenge is designed to reward imagination, communication, creative development and experimentation.
40% – Creativity & Originality – Fresh ideas, imagination and a distinctive approach.
30% – Storytelling & Communication – How clearly and effectively your idea is communicated.
20% – Craft & Execution – How well you develop and realise your idea.
10% – Experimentation & Process – Evidence of exploration, development and creative thinking.
Use what you have! You do not need expensive equipment or professional software. A phone, tablet, school computer, camera, drawing materials or freely available creative software can all be used. Choose the tools that work best for your idea.
Drawing and Animation: Krita, ibisPaint, FlipaClip, Stop Motion Studio, OpenToonz
Game Creation: GameMaker, GDevelop, Godot, Scratch, Pocket Code
3D and Visual Effects: Blender, DaVinci Resolve
These are suggestions only. You may use any suitable tools, software or equipment. Some applications have device, account, age or system requirements, and availability or pricing may change. Check the relevant provider before use. TUS does not require any particular software for entry.
Prizes
Competition prize details will be announced separately.
Creativity and the quality of your idea are more important than the equipment or software you use.
Ready to Take the Challenge?
Choose your challenge.
Develop your idea.
Make something original.
Entries open 21 November 2026.
Submit your work by 5.00pm on 8 January 2027 using the link below.
Submit your work here
Digital Arts and Media at TUS Clonmel
The Creative Challenge is presented by the Department of Digital Arts & Media at TUS Clonmel, Tipperary.
The three challenges connect directly with three undergraduate programmes at TUS Clonmel. Select a programme below to view full course information on the TUS website.
