Thomas Reid Collecting Prize

The Thomas Reid Collecting Prize is part of the Scottish Universities Book Collecting Prize Scheme, intended to encourage the collection of the printed word in physical form among students of Scotland's ancient universities. 

The prize is named after Thomas Reid (d.1624), a great book collector who gave more than 1300 volumes to the University of Aberdeen, and is open to all students of the University. Applications may include the printed word in any physical form, from books to match tickets to film posters. The collection can be of any size, and does not have to be complete by the date of submission.

The winner will be awarded £500 to spend on growing their own collection. They will also work with Museums and Special Collections staff to identify items worth up to £250 which will enhance the University Collections.