If you’re passionate about science, technology, engineering, or mathematics, you might like to show off your skills and knowledge by entering a competition. There are heaps of high school STEM competitions out there, here are a few.

Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – combine your knowledge of science with a knack for filmmaking and create a video exploring the 2023 theme ‘Green’. Entries for the 2023 competition are open now and close Friday 14 April. 

UNSW Bragg Student Prize for Science Writing – sharpen your STEM and writing skills by responding to a set essay topic. Dates for 2023 are yet to be announced, so keep an eye out.

Web.Comp – a week long competition where students can design their own web pages and submit their creations to compete against other students’ designs. The competition is free to participate in for all Australian students, and starts on Monday 8 May.

Australian STEM Video Game Challenge – if you love both science and video games, here’s your chance to combine the two. Work in teams to design and develop a video game based on a chosen theme. Registrations are open now until Monday 17 July