The Urdang International Awards Public Speaking and Presenting Examinations are designed to develop confident, articulate, and effective communicators.
Public Speaking and Presenting Examinations
The programme provides a structured and progressive pathway from Entry Level through to Advanced Grade 8, supporting candidates in building essential communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills relevant to education, professional environments, and public performance.
The programme provides a structured and progressive pathway from Entry Level through to Advanced Grade 8, supporting candidates in building essential communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills relevant to education, professional environments, and public performance.
These examinations equip candidates with the ability to communicate clearly, present ideas effectively, and engage audiences with confidence and authenticity.
These examinations equip candidates with the ability to communicate clearly, present ideas effectively, and engage audiences with confidence and authenticity.
Overview of the Programme
Overview of the Programme
Public speaking and presenting are essential life skills that support success in academic, professional, and creative contexts. The Urdang International Awards programme focuses on developing both the technical and expressive aspects of communication, enabling candidates to present information, ideas, and opinions with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Public speaking and presenting are essential life skills that support success in academic, professional, and creative contexts. The Urdang International Awards programme focuses on developing both the technical and expressive aspects of communication, enabling candidates to present information, ideas, and opinions with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
The syllabus develops:
The syllabus develops:
Vocal clarity and projection
Structured communication and organisation of ideas
Confidence when speaking before an audience
Presentation and delivery skills
Audience engagement and awareness
Professional communication techniques
Aims of the Public Speaking and Presenting Programme
Aims of the Public Speaking and Presenting Programme
The programme aims to:
Promote confident and effective verbal communication
Develop clarity, articulation, and vocal control
Encourage structured thinking and organisation of spoken material
Build confidence in presenting ideas to an audience
Develop professional presentation and communication skills
Support personal, academic, and professional development
The programme aims to:
Promote confident and effective verbal communication
Develop clarity, articulation, and vocal control
Encourage structured thinking and organisation of spoken material
Build confidence in presenting ideas to an audience
Develop professional presentation and communication skills
Support personal, academic, and professional development
Objectives of the Public Speaking and Presenting Programme
Objectives of the Public Speaking and Presenting Programme
The objectives are to enable candidates to:
Communicate clearly, confidently, and effectively
Present prepared material with structure and purpose
Engage and maintain audience interest
Demonstrate vocal variety, articulation, and projection
Express ideas with clarity and confidence
Respond thoughtfully to questions and discussion
Develop confidence in formal and informal speaking situations
The objectives are to enable candidates to:
Communicate clearly, confidently, and effectively
Present prepared material with structure and purpose
Engage and maintain audience interest
Demonstrate vocal variety, articulation, and projection
Express ideas with clarity and confidence
Respond thoughtfully to questions and discussion
Develop confidence in formal and informal speaking situations
Examination Structure
Examination Structure
Examinations may include the following components, appropriate to the grade level:
Spoken Communication Task
Candidates may be asked to:
Speak on a given topic or about an object
Respond to questions
Express opinions clearly
This task develops spontaneous communication skills and confidence.
Prepared Presentation
Candidates present a prepared talk on a chosen subject, demonstrating:
Clear structure and organisation
Confidence and communication skills
Vocal clarity and expression
Engagement with the audience
Discussion (Viva Voce)
Candidates participate in a short discussion with the examiner, demonstrating:
Understanding of their chosen topic
Ability to communicate ideas clearly
Confidence in responding to questions
Examinations may include the following components, appropriate to the grade level:
Spoken Communication Task
Candidates may be asked to:
Speak on a given topic or about an object
Respond to questions
Express opinions clearly
This task develops spontaneous communication skills and confidence.
Prepared Presentation
Candidates present a prepared talk on a chosen subject, demonstrating:
Clear structure and organisation
Confidence and communication skills
Vocal clarity and expression
Engagement with the audience
Discussion (Viva Voce)
Candidates participate in a short discussion with the examiner, demonstrating:
Understanding of their chosen topic
Ability to communicate ideas clearly
Confidence in responding to questions
Progression Through Grades
Progression Through Grades
The graded structure provides a clear pathway:
Entry and Primary Levels
Building confidence in speaking
Introduction to presentation skills
Developing clarity and communication
Intermediate Levels (Grades 4–5)
Structured presentations
Greater vocal control and audience engagement
Increased confidence and independence
Advanced Levels (Grades 6–8)
Professional presentation skills
Clear structure and persuasive communication
Confident audience engagement
Mature communication and presentation ability
The graded structure provides a clear pathway:
Entry and Primary Levels
Building confidence in speaking
Introduction to presentation skills
Developing clarity and communication
Intermediate Levels (Grades 4–5)
Structured presentations
Greater vocal control and audience engagement
Increased confidence and independence
Advanced Levels (Grades 6–8)
Professional presentation skills
Clear structure and persuasive communication
Confident audience engagement
Mature communication and presentation ability
Skills Developed Through the Programme
Skills Developed Through the Programme
Candidates develop transferable skills including:
Confidence and self-assurance
Clear and effective communication
Presentation and leadership skills
Critical thinking and organisation
Professional speaking skills
Interview and public speaking preparation
Reporting and Presenting skills
These skills support success in:
Academic presentations
Interviews and professional environments
Performing arts and media
Leadership and public roles
Candidates develop transferable skills including:
Confidence and self-assurance
Clear and effective communication
Presentation and leadership skills
Critical thinking and organisation
Professional speaking skills
Interview and public speaking preparation
Reporting and Presenting skills
These skills support success in:
Academic presentations
Interviews and professional environments
Performing arts and media
Leadership and public roles
Examination Formats and Availability
Examination Formats and Availability
Urdang International Awards Public Speaking and Presenting examinations are available:
From Entry Level through to Grade 8
In age-appropriate and progressive stages
For schools, colleges, theatre schools, and private candidates
Urdang International Awards Public Speaking and Presenting examinations are available:
From Entry Level through to Grade 8
In age-appropriate and progressive stages
For schools, colleges, theatre schools, and private candidates
Centre and School Registration
Centre and School Registration
If you are interested in offering the Urdang International Awards Public Speaking and Presenting examinations at your school, college, or organisation, please contact us
If you are interested in offering the Urdang International Awards Public Speaking and Presenting examinations at your school, college, or organisation, please contact us
Our team will be happy to support you in introducing the programme and integrating it into your curriculum or training provision.
Get in touch with our team to discuss your needs and find the right pathway for you
Get in touch with our team to discuss your needs and find the right pathway for you
Get in touch with our team to discuss your needs and find the right pathway for you
Get in touch with our team to discuss your needs and find the right pathway for you
