Held in Singapore's Catholic Junior College, the Whitley Business Forum (WBF) is the school's first student-organised business conference. Standard Chartered Bank's Regional CEO of ASEAN and South Asia and the Singaporean Minister of Education will be speaking in a panel discussion, along with one or two other distinguished business professionals (TBC at a later date). Topics covered include how students can prep for growing industries, and how to make use of one's education to jumpstart a career in business.
WBF is a one-day conference that will be held sometime in early September, between the 2nd and the 6th.
The Green Wave Objective is in place to motivate and create awareness to students of the environment and their personal impact that they have on it. The Green Wave Objective teaches students how to think, be critical and act in order to protect the environment going forward. The project should be in the form of a report, an actual product or equipment.
Pictures or any other evidences that will support the cause of the project should also be submitted together with the project. Students are encouraged to submit reports that focus on the application and development of the project products and concepts, rather than just concentrate on fact finding.
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The Singapore Young Physicists’ Tournament (SYPT) tests participants' ability to solve complicated real-world physics problems. In a typical Fight, the Reporter has to present their solutions to proposed problems in a convincing way, defending their stand through scientific discussions with the Opponent The competition seeks to bring students through a process of what physicists do; from research to modelling, experimentation and finally to an oral defense before peers and experts.
The SYPT provides authentic learning experiences in the learning of physics. Participants of the SYPT stand to represent the country in the International Young Physicists’ Tournament (IYPT). Singapore hosted the IYPT for the first time in 2017.
The following changes have been made with the intent to encourage more schools to participate in SYPT: A new category, Poster Presentation, is introduced to encourage teams to work on the SYPT problems. The number of silver and bronze awards have been...
The Singapore Junior Chemistry Olympiad (SJChO) is a competition organised by the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC) in partnership with NUS, NTU and Nanyang Polytechnic and supported by the Ministry of Education. SJChO provides a platform for all upper secondary (or equivalent levels) students to challenge themselves in their chemical knowledge and skills. It also seeks to promote the excitement in learning and doing Chemistry as well as to identify and develop chemistry talents. SJChO has the following objectives: To develop a holistic culture and passion in chemistry teaching & learning. To advance chemistry as a subject and lifelong interest. To identify, reward and nurture talents in chemistry and related disciplines. To promote public awareness of chemistry, its applications & impact in our life. To encourage collaboration, interaction & friendship through chemistry.
Please take note that this year SJChO-20 is being postponed till next year due...
Singapore Physics Olympiad is organised each year by NUS. This is a prestigious Olympiad which is in its 30th year of competition. NUS aims to encourage participants to expand and grow in their knowledge of Physics. By participating in this Olympiad, students are exposed to an elite level of competition and intellect.
Students who are successful and perform well will have the opportunity to be selected to represent Singapore at the Asian and International Physics Olympiads. The experimental round takes place at National University of Singapore.
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The Singapore Biology Olympiad has been an annual event since 2000. Each year, several hundred of our top biology students from junior colleges take an initial theory test, from which perhaps several dozen students are shortlisted to take the practical test. Those emerging tops after these two rounds are awarded medals.
However, being a medallist at SBO is merely the first step in the selection towards representing Singapore at the IBO! Selected medallists are interviewed and a final shortlist undergo an intensive training programme by dedicated academics from NUS and NIE. Eventually, a "Final Four" and one reserve are chosen to form the Singapore Team. Then it's off to the IBO!
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American Mathematics Competitions program leads the nation in strengthening the mathematical capabilities of the next generation of problem-solvers. Through classroom resources and friendly competition, the MAA AMC program helps America’s educators identify talent and foster a love of mathematics.
The MAA AMC program positively impacts the analytical skills needed for future careers in an innovative society. The American Mathematics Competitions are a series of examinations and curriculum materials that build problem-solving skills and mathematical knowledge in middle and high school students.
The program begins at the middle school level of competition, AMC 8 and extends through high school with the AMC 10 and 12. Finally, the students with top scores are invited to take a series of invitational exams culminating in the USA Mathematical Olympiad and the International Mathematical Olympiad.
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Since 1992, YDSP has played host to budding engineers and scientists, and indulging their curiosity with activities and programmes designed to stretch and nurture young minds to their fullest potential. An initiative by the Defence Science & Technology Agency (DSTA) and DSO National Laboratories (DSO), YDSP is the perfect start to shape your creativity and spirit of innovation.
Feel the thrill of exploring scientific concepts with like-minded friends at the YDSP Science & Technology Camp! More than just an exciting holiday camp, it is an adventure into the incredible world of science and technology. Apply your ingenuity with hands-on workshops, go on eye-opening excursions and challenge your Greater Mind in a mini-competition. Who says we’re all work and no play?
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The Science Summer Camp is designed to stir curiosity and inculcate a life-long fascination for science into the students through inspiring lectures by university professors, creative workshops and engaging demonstrations at state-of-the-art laboratories at NUS for an experiential learning in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Familiarise yourself with 3D printing through hands-on modelling workshop Be a Forensic Scientist to solve a murder mystery using DNA Analysis in the “DNA Workshop” Explore sub-atomic and molecular structures using an Electron Microscope in the “Nanotechnology Workshop" Dive right into the realm of Mathematics and experience for yourself how they are applied in our daily lives Engage in hands-on activities to understand the application of chemistry in “Food Science” Immerse yourself in Singapore’s nature reserve with the Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve (SBWR) Walk Witness the Amazing Scientific Demonstrations to...
The students have to test their skills in all major areas of Earth sciences, including geology, geophysics, meteorology, oceanography, terrestrial astronomy and environmental sciences. The theoretical examination includes problems which are supposed to measure the participants’ knowledge and understanding of Earth science areas. The practical examination consists of tasks which are designed to assess participants’ abilities to carry out scientific investigations in earth science inquiries.
The examinations are prepared by specialists in Earth sciences and Earth science education, who also provide solutions and evaluation guidelines. Each delegation is composed of 4 students and 2 supervisors. The latter must be specialists in Earth science and Earth science education and capable of serving as members of the International Jury. The official language of IESO is English; however, the supervisors may translate the written examinations and related materials into to the participants’...
The Creative Arts Programme (CAP) is jointly organised by the Gifted Education Branch, Ministry of Education Singapore and the National University of Singapore. It comprises a Creative Arts Seminar and a Mentorship Attachment, and is offered for both English and Mother Tongue participants. Taking place over end May into early June, the intensive seminar provides participants with the opportunity to attend a plethora of carefully-curated talks and workshops, as well as develop their writing during hands-on sessions. Subsequently, participants may apply for a 9 month-long mentorship programme under the guidance of local writers. Objectives: To expose participants to local literature and other forms of art. To enable participants to understand and appreciate the local, regional and global literature scene. To provide participants with the opportunity to pursue their interests as well as learn and work together with like-minded peers. To provide the opportunity for participants who...
A highly competitive televised game show that is broadcast on MediaCorp's Channel 5, the NSC provides Secondary Three students a chance to put their skills and knowledge to the test during studio rounds and at on-site challenges hosted by A*STAR research institutes and other research organisations. Through the series, not only students but members of the public will be able to marvel at how science is in everything around us. The National Science Challenge (NSC) is running for the 15th season this year. Since Jan 2002, the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) and Science Centre Singapore have been organising a series of exciting science programmes on a search for the brightest young minds in Singapore.
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Presented by City Developments Limited (CDL), the biennial Singapore Young Photographer Award (SYPA) was launched in 2006. It aims to raise the standards of photographic art in Singapore and promote photography amongst the young by recognising and nurturing budding talents.
Initiated by the late Mr Kwek Leng Joo, Deputy Chairman of CDL, SYPA is an extension of the photo tribute “To Singapore with Love” in celebration of Singapore’s 40th birthday in 2005. For the 8th edition CDL SYPA in 2020, the theme ZERO aims to provoke rethinking of climate related problems around us and how we should change for a more sustainable future. SYPA invites creative interpretation and presentation of issues that aim for ZERO . It can be about zero waste, zero energy, zero marine pollution that links to UN Sustainable Development Goals 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15.
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*SCAPE Co. Ltd is a non-profit organisation that supports youth, talent and leadership development. The organisation aims to motivate and empower youths to realise their potential, and seeks to be the home of enterprising youths committed to creating their own future. It was set up in 2007 in response to a call for more spaces for youth social, recreational, sporting, and community activities, and to showcase their talents. The *SCAPE building, incorporating community and retail spaces, was launched in 2010. Reality is shaped by how big you dare to dream and how far you’re willing to go to make it happen. *SCAPE empowers youth with multiple channels and spaces that bring aspirations to life, riding on boundless vigour and creativity. The youth of today are inspired to DREAM IT AND LIVE IT AT *SCAPE! *SCAPE offers a series of programmes for youths to learn new skills, harness their creativity, and create something impactful while cultivating an enterprising spirit. The 5 clusters...
The National University of Singapore Geography Challenge (NUS GC) is an annual non-profit Geography-centred competition jointly organised by the NUS Department of Geography and the NUS Geographical Society. As NUS GC runs for the 23rd year, we will continue on our quest to ignite passion and inspire secondary school students to develop a keen interest for the dynamic discipline of Geography.
Through healthy competition, we seek to engage, empower and educate students on world issues and highlight the omnipresence of Geography in our everyday lives. In the course of participating in this challenge, NUS GC also aims to encourage students to embark on independent learning.
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The Canon PhotoMarathon (CPM) is a single-day photography competition where participants are given Competition Themes to capture. The Themes are only unveiled on event day at specific timings. Participants then have three hours to submit ONE picture per Theme for the competition. Pictures submitted for the competition MUST be shot on event day.
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The glaring difference between a photograph one remembers long after viewing, and one might sadly forget too soon, depends in part on whether the photo convincingly captures a definitive moment in time. As viewers, we long for connection to these moments. In strong photos, a backstory becomes apparent and the tale it tells might evoke an emotional response captivating viewers even further, burning the image into memory, allowing your audience to unfold stories of their own, all in response to your art. In Duggal’s Capture the Moment Contest, we invite you to submit for consideration, a photo of one captured moment. Your image provides a unique record of one moment of inspiration. The story it tells may be abstract, concrete, internal or external – it’s up to you. Capture the moment.
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Since 1966, the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) has been an annual event organised by the Ministry of Education to celebrate the vitality of our youth and their diverse arts talents. The SYF objectives are: to support nation-building and develop cultural awareness and appreciation through aesthetics education; to serve as a platform for the development of character, 21st-century competencies and social-emotional learning through the arts; to encourage mass participation in arts co-curricular activities (CCAs) in schools where students enjoy the arts as CCA members or as audience members at performances and exhibitions; and to celebrate youth vitality through the showcasing of diverse artistic talents and creativity.
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The National Data Science Challenge (NDSC) aims to: Equip students and professionals with essential technical skills and expertise to prepare them for the digital and data-driven economy.
Bring the tech community closer through working together and knowledge sharing Provide an environment for the development of creative new ideas in Data Science.
Through this competition, we hope to showcase the ubiquity and usefulness of data in getting insights, thus reinforcing Singapore’s emphasis on driving the digital economy and the use of big data.
In light of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) cases in Indonesia, the local government has issued an advisory for all event organizers to cancel or defer large-scale events at the time being.
Therefore, with our utmost regret, we have to postponed until further notice the National Data Science Challenge 2020. Our priority at the moment is towards the health and wellbeing of all participants and everyone that is involved in it.
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The National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA) Youth Leadership Development Programme is an exciting self-development programme for young people between the ages of 13 and 30 years old.
It is a holistic, balanced and non-competitive programme of voluntary leisure time activities, designed to provide our young people with a platform to develop personal qualities and skills to make a difference to themselves, their communities and the world.
For more information visit the official website here .