UniCEP & Miss Man International Education
ISCO International Science Olympiad
Be a Science Talent in the World! A global challenge blending science with innovation to ignite students' curiosity and passion for discovery.
Grades 1 – 12
50 minute exam
English & Chinese
Registration Deadline
1 Nov 2026
Competition Date
15 Nov 2026
Results Announced
1 Dec 2026
About the Olympiad
What is ISCO?
Miss Man International Education and UniCEP (Universal Center of Educational Platform) proudly introduce the International Science Challenge Olympiad (ISCO).
This thrilling global event blends science with innovation to ignite students’ curiosity and passion for discovery.
Goal and Purpose
ISCO aims to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through engaging, real-world science challenges. It’s more than a competition — it’s a journey into the exciting world of STEM!
What Makes ISCO Special?
Students apply theory to real-world scenarios, gaining a deeper understanding of how science shapes our world and future.
Topics Covered
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Technology
- Space Science
- Life & Natural Environment
Sample Questions
ISCO Categories
Grouped by school grade levels — download or preview a sample exam paper.
Key Dates
Qualification Round Details
Date of Competition
15 November 2026
Competition Portal
Online or Paper-based
Question Format
25 Multiple Choice Questions
Languages
English and Chinese
Scoring Criteria
Correct answer: +4 points · Incorrect answer: −1 point
Award Information
Awards & Prizes
Each level winner receives a prize (only one student per level)
1st Place
Science Talent 1
$200
2nd Place
Science Talent 2
$150
3rd Place
Science Talent 3
$100
Medals & Mentions
Gold — 10%
Silver — 20%
Bronze — 30%
Honourable — 40%
Global Round
Global Rounds — ISCO
Sydney, Australia
Scheduled for April 2027
Malaysia
Scheduled for June 2027
Syllabus
Course Syllabus
- Animals and Biology
- Living and Non-Living Things
- Nature and Environment
- Life Science
- Matter and Materials
- Simple Machines
- Living and Non-Living Things
- Earth and Space
- Environment and Sustainable Development
- Natural Environment
- Energy
- Matter, Energy, and Forces
- Earth Science and Space
- Human Body Structure and Function
- Biodiversity and Ecosystems
- Science Inquiry
- Physics: Mechanics, Optics, Sound
- Chemistry: Properties of Matter, Chemical Reactions
- Biology: Cell Structure and Function, Genetics
- Space Science: Astronomy
- Physics: Electricity, Magnetism, Dynamics
- Chemistry: Elements and Compounds, Reactions, Acids & Bases
- Biology: Ecosystems, Human Biology
- Space Science: Atmosphere and Weather
- Physics: Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Modern Physics
- Chemistry: Physical, Organic, and Analytical Chemistry
- Biology: Molecular Biology, Human Physiology, Ecology & Evolution
- Space Science: Astrophysics, Planetary Science
Terms & Conditions
Rules & Regulations
Please review the official rules governing the ISCO Qualification and Global Rounds.
General Rules
- ISCO International Science Challenge Olympiad is an international competition open to students from Grades 1 to 12.
- The Olympiad consists of two rounds: the Qualification Round and the Global Round.
- Students may register online through the UniCEP Olympiad website or via official country representatives.
- The registration fee is $30.
- All registered participants will take an online qualifying exam or paper-based exam for the Qualification Round.
Qualifying Details
- Students who are awarded Science Talent, Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Honourable Mention in the Qualification Round are eligible to participate in the Global Round.
- Global Round qualifiers must complete a separate registration on the official website or through their country representative and provide the necessary travel documentation.
- Details regarding the venue of the Global Round will be announced closer to the event date.
Awards for the Qualification Round
Students who qualify for the Global Round receive a Certificate of Achievement and a medal based on their Qualification Round performance:
| Score | Award |
|---|
| 100 – 90 | Gold Medal + 10% discount |
| 89 – 70 | Silver Medal + 7.5% discount |
| 69 – 40 | Bronze Medal + 5% discount |
| 39 – 20 | Honorable Mention Certificate |
| 19 – 0 | Participation Certificate |
Science Talent winners (youngest and fastest top scorers of each category) receive an additional +15% discount on Global Round registration fees.
Awards for the Global Round
- The top 10% will receive a Gold Medal.
- The next 20% will receive a Silver Medal.
- The next 30% will receive a Bronze Medal.
- The next 40% will receive an Honorable Mention Certificate.
Science Talent winners (youngest and fastest top scorers of each category) will receive electronic devices as prizes.
Ready to be a Science Talent?
Registration for ISCO closes 1 November 2026 — the qualification round takes place 15 November 2026.
