Queensland Government
Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services
  • What you need to know about the Duke of Ed Award

    Dukes is an internationally-recognised development program for young people aged 14 to 25. Dukes introduces you to a range of opportunities so that you can gain new skills, have new experiences and make a difference to your community and your world.

  • The Duke of Ed Award levels

    Dukes consists of Bronze, Silver and Gold Award levels.

  • The Duke of Ed rules and requirements

    The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is flexible but there are some rules and requirements.

  • The Duke of Ed Award sections

    The Duke of Ed Award consists of four sections for Bronze and Silver and five sections for Gold. The four sections are Skill, Volunteering, Fitness/Physical Recreation, Adventurous Journey and there is a Residential Project for the Gold Award. Each section helps you to make the most of the opportunities the Award offers and makes sure you get a well-rounded experience.

  • The Duke of Ed Award and QCE

    Find out how you can receive credits towards your Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) with the Duke of Ed Award.

  • How to apply for the Duke of Ed Award

    Registering for Dukes is as easy as 1-2-3. Check out our step-by-step guide and apply now!

  • The Duke of Ed Award testimonials

    Dukes testimonials.

Mount Isa to Africa

Ruth Hosking sitting on a seat in front of a yellow building. She has a young Ugandan child on her lap. Ruth is wearing a checked shirt and navy pants and has a stethoscope around her neck. The boy is wearing a blue shirt and navy shorts. Both are smiling at the camera.

Ruth Hosking proves there is no limit to what you can achieve with Dukes. It even got her started in her career!