ABOUT THE COMPETITION
We aim to challenge young minds from schools and universities across the UAE with a keen interest in science, to put their energies toward an exciting competition.
The challenge requires students from both categories (schools & universities) to gather teams of five to put their knowledge and skills to the test by answering questions and solving problems.
The students from schools will compete against fellow schools, and universities will compete against fellow universities.
All students will receive a certificate of participation, and teachers will receive a token of mentorship. The winning teams will receive attractive prizes, trophies, prestigious scholarships, medals, and certificates.
The competition will be held face-to-face on Saturday, 29 April 2023. We invite your school to this exciting competition and benefit from this learning opportunity.
HISTORY IN THE MAKING
GUIDELINES
How to register your school:
- Assemble teams of 5 students each
- Each student must register individually with the final name they want in their participation certificate
- The last date to register is Saturday, 22 April 2023
Rules
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The competition is now open to students across the UAE
High school students: Grade 9 and above (as of March 2023)
University students: All years -
There is no limit on the number of teams a school/university can register for the competition
Prizes
- Winning teams will receive trophies, prestigious scholarships, medals, and certificates
- All students will receive a certificate of participation and teachers will receive a token of mentorship
For any queries, please email [email protected].
AGENDA
AGENDA FOR SCHOOLS
AGENDA FOR UNIVERSITIES
Frequently Asked Questions
What is STEM?
STEM means Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics and is the focus of the curriculum at many schools and is the basis for many of the most in demand careers.
What is the STEM Challenge?
The STEM Challenge is an annual event that aims to challenge young minds from schools across the UAE with a keen interest in science, technology, engineering, and math, to put their energies and skills toward an exciting competition. The inter-school event requires teams of four to put their knowledge and skills together to answer STEM-related questions and solve problems.
How will it benefit our students?
The STEM challenge allows students to compete at an interschool level, to put their STEM skills including problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking to the test, and to practice teamwork.
Is there any cost involved in participation?
The competition is accessible to all students at no cost.
What does the challenge consist of?
The challenge includes STEM-related quizzes, a building project to test their engineering skills, and a final power round of questions and answers!
Which subject areas will it cover?
The major areas covered are Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Technology (Computer science), and (a bit of) Astronomy, however any area of science is possible.
Who can participate?
Students studying from Grade 9 and above (as of March 2023) from all schools across the UAE.
What is the maximum number of members per team? Can different schools merge teams?
Each team must consist of five students belonging to the same school, however exceptions can be made where a school is unable to form a team and has participants from another school.
Is there a limit to how many teams can participate from a school?
There is no cap on the number of teams that can participate from one school as long as the team members meet the eligibility criteria.
Do the participants have to study anything in advance?
There is not any particular study guide but students can study general materials in all of the sciences and mathematics to prepare.
Do we have to be physically present in any of the rounds?
This year, the competition will beheld face-to-face on Saturday 29 April 2023, while observing all safety protocols.
Why is a mentor required?
The mentors play a vital role in guiding students on how to get ready for the challenge. Also, all updates will be first communicated to the mentors as they will be considered the point of contact throughout the challenge.
What’s the last date to register?
The last date to register is Saturday, 22 April 2023.
How should we register?
Please click the ‘Register Now’ button on this page; it will redirect you to a form that you can fill in.
Who should register: students or the mentor?
Each participating student must register their details individually. Students are required to finalise the mentor and team name before registering. The mentor does not need to register through the form.
Will students receive any recognition for participating?
All students will receive a certificate of participation and teachers will receive a token of mentorship. The winning teams will receive trophies, prestigious scholarships, medals, and certificates
Will the mentors be awarded anything?
Yes, they will receive a token of appreciation from Curtin University upon successful participation of their teams in the competition.
Is it possible to substitute one of my team members with another from my school?
Any changes in the team should be sent to [email protected] . The registration team will assist with the change.
When will we get the certificate of participation, and which rounds do we have to pass to get the certificate?
All students participating in Round 1 will receive a certificate of participation which will be sent within the week.
What are some suggested ways to prepare for the competition?
Extensive reading in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, including current research findings.
Will we be given further instructions before each round?
Yes, an announcement will be made before the beginning of each round.
Is it too late to add another member?
Any changes in the team should be sent to [email protected]. The registration team will assist with the change.
Who should we contact with further questions should we need it in the future?
Please feel free to write at [email protected]. It is advised to have all your doubts cleared by Saturday 15 April 2023.
What will be the responsibilities of the mentors?
The mentor will be your to-go person to seek guidance & suggestions on how to best prepare for the upcoming challenge.
Can we update our team's name?
Any changes in teams have to be sent to [email protected]
Will this competition will allow us to get a scholarship at Curtin University?
The top 3 teams will be given substantial scholarships at Curtin’s campus in Dubai.