IOA Young Person's Competition 2026

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Theme: Sound Unleashed. Entries are videos, preferably MP4 and under 5 minutes; individuals or teams of up to five may enter.

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Source URLs

• https://www.ioa.org.uk/student-training-career/ioa-student-competitions/ioa-young-persons-competition-2026
• https://www.ioa.org.uk/dam/jcr:bc39c479-a992-4669-8402-ffe1fa566101/Copy%20of%20IOA%20Young%20Person%E2%80%99s%20Competition%202026%20Terms%20&%20Conditions.pdf
• https://www.see-science.co.uk/whats-on/competitions/

Why this listing is included

• Official IOA page says the 2026 theme is Sound Unleashed and entries should be submitted as a video, preferably MP4 and under 5 minutes.
• Official IOA page says the competition is open to individuals or teams of up to five aged 13-25.
• Official IOA page says winning entries receive £1,000 per winning entry.
• Official terms say entries open 1 March 2026 and close at 23:59 on 31 July 2026.

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