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An international STEM award where students complete a long-term, self-directed research or engineering project. Typically suited to students aged 16+, working individually or in groups. Rated Advanced Level, with difficulty mainly coming from the 70-hour commitment, independent project management and external assessment against advanced criteria.

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A global photography competition where young photographers submit single images responding to an annual theme. Open to photographers aged 19 or under worldwide, with up to three entries per person. Rated Intermediate Level, with difficulty mainly coming from originality, visual storytelling and highly competitive international judging.

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UK Chess Challenge is a nationwide junior chess pathway for UK players aged 18 or under, welcoming a wide range of playing experience through schools, clubs and individual routes. Participants can progress from local activity towards regional and national honours. The main challenge is making accurate decisions under time pressure and adapting across repeated games against unfamiliar opponents.

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A global technology and entrepreneurship competition where student teams build an app or AI-based solution to a community problem. Open worldwide to eligible participants aged 8–18 in a female-identifying competition environment. Rated Advanced, with difficulty mainly coming from technical development, user research and producing a complete business pitch.