2024 Oxford Scientist Schools Competition: Teacher Submission Portal
Here teachers can submit articles for their students (maximum 700 words). Articles will be judged by our panel of experts, and the winning article will be published in the next issue of The Oxford Scientist magazine and online. Students must be attending a school, college or sixth form student in the UK in Year 10, Year 11 or Year 12, Year 13 (or equivalent) to take part in the competition. We extend our thanks to our sponsors Examable and UK Schooling for their generous support.
Deadline: Midnight, Wednesday 10th July, 2024
If you are a student, please get in touch with your school teacher to ask them to submit it on your behalf.
or get in touch via competition@oxsci.org for any enquiries such as being home schooled or mitigating circumstances.
Please note that the submission must be submitted by a UK School teacher on behalf of their students. If you are submitting for more than one student, please submit a separate form for each student.
Please check FAQ https://oxsci.org/schools-competition/faqs/ for more information. If you have any questions about the competition, please email competition@oxsci.org
I confirm that I am a school/college/sixth form Teacher in the UK submitting on behalf of my student who is a student at the same school: All submissions must be from teachers or a member of staff with a school email address in the UK. Please speak to your school teacher or contact competition@oxsci.org if it is not possible.
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Yes, I confirm
No
Teacher and School Information
Title of UK Teacher/Staff submitting the entry (eg Dr, Mr, Ms, Rev....)
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Name of UK Teacher/Staff submitting the entry
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First Name
Last Name
What is your educational role regarding the student? (eg Subject Teacher, Form Tutor, Head of Science...)
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School Name and County
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Name of UK School
County of School
Type of School
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State funded Comprehensive/Non Selective
State funded Grammar/Selective
Private School
International School in the UK
Special Requirements School
Other
Please enter and confirm your School/College teacher email
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(Optional) Telephone Contact
Which line is this? (Office, Reception...)
UK Telephone Number
Would you like to be on the mailing list to be notified about future competition releases and any extra tips for students? (Can be removed anytime by emailing)
Yes
(Optional) Are you interested in Olympiad and Oxford Scientist Competition talks delivered at your school by our partner and The Oxford Scientist?
Yes
How did you hear about the Oxford Scientist Schools Competition?
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Ran the competition before
Other Teachers
Students
Mailing List
Royal Society of Chemistry
UCAS
Facebook, Instagram, The Student Rooms
Unifrog
www.oxsci.org
Welsh Government
LinkedIn
Reddit
Other
Student Name and Age Group
Student's Name
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First Name
Last Name
Student Year Group (UK Equivalent: check FAQ if unsure)
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Year 13
Year 12
Year 11
Year 10
Student Email (Optional: A copy of submission confirmation will be sent)
example@example.com
Essay Submission
700 words maximum - see FAQ. No biliography required.
Student Essay Theme Choice
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Evolution: anything and everything from Survival to Free Will
Data and humans in the digital age
Student Essay Title
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Please copy and paste the Student's essay as plain text (700 words maximum)
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0/700
Originality Declaration
Please read and confirm the following statement to verify that the submission adheres to the competition’s standards of originality and independent effort. (Honour pledges are not required but may be useful to ensure academic integrity)
To the best of my knowledge and understanding of the student's abilities, I confirm that the submitted essay is the original work of the student, created independently without plagiarism or unauthorized assistance. I attest that the content reflects the student's own efforts and is consistent with their level of skill and understanding.
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Yes, I confirm
No, I cannot confirm. I understand the student's submission may be disqualified.
Permission for Publication upon becoming a Winner:
(Permission can be changed later)
I confirm, on behalf of the student, that we agree to the publication of the student’s name and article in the Oxford Scientist Magazine and on www.oxsci.org if they are one of the winners. This consent is required to participate in the competition.
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Yes, I agree
Publication Opportunity upon becoming a Finalist:
(Optional) This allows more students to have the opportunity to be featured and published online even if they don't become a final winner. (Permission can be changed later)
I confirm, on behalf of the student, that we would like to have the name/article published as a finalist on an affiliated partner site if the student reaches the final round. This provides additional recognition and exposure for their achievements as well as more students a chance to have their work published.
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Yes
No
Submission Confirmation
I confirm that the information provided above is correct to the best of my knowledge.
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