British Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad(BAAO)
One of the most competitive physics challenges on Astronomy and Astrophysics in the UK
Top students from the UK and China compete together for the top awards
Benefcial for applying science majors in top universities
Opportunity to be invited to the British Physics Olympiad Camp (China)
Date：Mar. 16, 2024 (Sat.) 9:30-12:30 (180 mins)
Introduction
The British Physics Olympiad is a charitable trust overseen by a committee of trustees. It was initiated in 1979, and has been used as a qualifier for the selection of the UK Physics Team for the International Physics Olympiad from 1983. The BPhO aims to encourage the study of physics and recognise excellence in young physicists through annual physics competitions.
The British Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad(BAAO) papers are set to be stimulating, challenging students to think deeper, whilst at the same time bringing them closer to many of the latest ongoing research topics and discoveries in astronomy. In combination with its dedicated university based training camps, the BAAO provides students with an intriguing path to discovering more about astronomy and astrophysics, and following this through to higher education.
Challenge Rules
Language
English
Date
Mar. 16, 2024 (Sat.) 9:30-12:30(180 mins)
Participants
High school students, top scorers in BPhO are encouraged.
Format
Individual test
Type
3 problems each including several questions with different points.
The exact number of questions is subject to the competition year.
Location
Paper-based in partnering school
Global Awards
- Gold
- Silver
- Bronze
(For judging the global awards, British competitors will be ranked first by their overall scores, creating boundaries for the gold, silver and bronze awards. Competitors from other countries are not ranked together with their British competitors, but are compared by the boundaries. Chinese competitors with good results will therefore have an increased chance of receiving an award.)
Registration Details
Fee
Includes the exam, grading, proctor fee, past-papers, certificates.
Deadline
Mar. 5, 2024
ASDAN EPQ Scholarship
3000RMB/std
Gold
2000RMB/std
Silver
1000RMB/std
Bronze
Noted：The ASDAN Scholarship is only available to Year 10, 11 and 12 students for participating ASDAN Extended Project Qualification(EPQ). EPQ is recommended by the G5 group and many leading universities as a competitive academic experience. Scholarships cannot be exchanged for cash. For further details see:http://www.seedasdan.org/epq/。
Exam Center
FAQ
If, for some reason, the student is unable to attend after paying the fee, please contact us. If you apply before the registration deadline, 25% of the registration fee will be deducted as academic materials and service fees. If you apply after the registration deadline, no refund will be given.
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